Summary of "My Top 10 Tips for Better English Speaking"
Key Wellness Strategies, Self-Care Techniques, and Productivity Tips for Better English Speaking
Overcome Fear
The biggest barrier to speaking is fear. Work on relaxing and building confidence to improve your language skills.
Relax and Be Confident
- Relaxation helps your brain function better and ideas flow naturally.
- Confidence is crucial; lack of language skill does not mean lack of intelligence.
- Only you can judge your progress, not others.
Know Your Audience
- Adapt your language to the situation and listener.
- For casual or quick interactions (e.g., asking for directions), focus on conveying the idea rather than perfect grammar or sentences.
- If someone is not patient or helpful, find someone else to talk to.
Build Vocabulary First
- Vocabulary is like the building blocks (sticks) of language; grammar is the glue.
- Having vocabulary allows you to communicate even if grammar is imperfect.
- Don’t get stuck trying to be perfect with grammar initially.
Avoid Assumptions
- Don’t assume everyone will be nice or helpful, nor that everyone is judging you.
- Keep trying until you find someone willing to communicate.
Start Conversations Naturally
- Don’t ask strangers to “practice English” as it puts pressure on them.
- Instead, start with a simple, natural conversation or question.
Accept Mistakes as Part of Learning
- Perfection is not necessary or realistic.
- Mistakes are valuable learning opportunities and help you improve.
Practice Regularly
- Use recordings, movies, TED talks, or interviews to listen and mimic native speakers.
- Record yourself and compare your speech to improve pronunciation, intonation, and grammar.
- Role-play interviews or conversations alone to practice.
- Speak to native and non-native speakers as much as possible.
- Avoid speaking your native language in language learning environments to maximize practice.
Be Adventurous and Persistent
- Learning a language is an adventure—embrace mistakes and challenges.
- Don’t be afraid to “fall flat on your face” as this is part of growth.
- Engage with new people, places, and experiences to improve.
Presenter
Adam (from ingvid.com)
Category
Wellness and Self-Improvement
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