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How to "Fall in Love" with Learning English

I live in an area where the fall season is just stunning! Just look at the picture below (no filter, and the colors are much more vibrant in person!). It's easy to understand why I fall in love with fall every fall. Okay, let's try that again. Every fall, I am so amazed by the beauty I see in th...

Dec 08, 2024 delight fall in love passion

"My English is Terrible"

Raise your hand if you’ve ever said this about your English… I’ve got both hands raised up high! 🙌 If there’s one word I often hear English learners use to describe their English, it’s “terrible.” I guess we should start by understanding what "terrible" actually means. What does the dictionary s...

Dec 08, 2024 harm terrible work in progress

What are you afraid of?

I used to be terrified of speaking English in public. My hands would start sweating and my heart would pound so loud I was afraid others could hear it. I could never understand how I was able to talk to myself in the mirror so fluently, but in front of others, I just felt like a fraud. Why was I...

Dec 08, 2024 afraid communicate perfectionism

Can I Learn English while Sleeping?

If you've been studying English for a while, you've likely come across videos that promise to "help" you learn English while sleeping. Who wouldn't want to learn a new skill while sleeping? How much easier would that be? To answer the question above, no, you cannot learn an entire language while...

Dec 08, 2024 learning english memories sleep

How to "Think" in English

When I began my journey towards English fluency, I was often so disappointed at myself because I could not "think" in English. But why? Even after watching a million videos on how to think in English, I still couldn't do it. I still can't 100% of the time. Why does it seem impossible to think in...

Dec 08, 2024 natural think using english

How I Became Fluent in English

My journey towards English fluency began back in 2011. I was a senior in high school, and that was the year I became extremely passionate about languages in general. Not only that, I became passionate about teaching. What if I told you that teaching English was primarily what led me to becoming ...

Dec 08, 2024 dedication fluent giving practice teaching transformation

How Learning a Language Changes our Brains

The other day, my son and I were playing with Play-Doh, and as we molded and shaped our masterpieces, I couldn't stop thinking about how learning a language shapes our brains. You read it right: your brain is never the same once you start learning another language! Since this is a newsletter abo...

Dec 08, 2024 brains change neuroplasticity

The Best Way to Learn Vocabulary

I feel so happy when my students ask me about the best way to learn vocabulary. Do you know why? Because building a strong vocabulary is one of the foundational pillars of fluency. Trying to become fluent without expanding your vocabulary is like trying to learn how to swim without ever getting ...

Dec 08, 2024 tools vocabulary

The Formula to Practice your English Consistently

As English learners, we all dream of speaking English fluently and confidently. But we also know that simply dreaming about fluency won't make it a reality! So, what makes fluency come true? The answer is: consistent, intentional practice. In order to master any skill (playing the piano, swim...

Dec 08, 2024 ability formula motivation practice prompt

You Might be More Fluent than you Think...

Welcome to our very first issue of The Lighthouse. Do you feel like you need some guidance in your English learning journey? Do you feel like you want something to start your week off on the right note? If so, I'm thrilled to announce that The Lighthouse is here to brighten your Mondays and yo...

Nov 28, 2024 fluent the lighthouse

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The Lighthouse Newsletter

Navigating your Way to English Fluency

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Navigating your Way to English Fluency

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