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  • How to,  Language Learning,  Thriving

    Language-Learning Tips: Change Your Relationship with Mistakes

    February 16, 2023 /

    Today we welcome to the blog Pat, the founder of Laid-back Languages. After struggling to learn French in school, Pat used psychology to crack the code of language-learning and has since taught himself five languages. In this post, he shares one of his biggest tips for language-learners: healing your relationship with mistakes.

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    Are You Fluent In Spanish?

    November 9, 2021 /

    How good are you at speaking the local language? Would you say you are fluent? Do you dream in that language? Check out this article for some of our insights on what it means to be fluent in Spanish.

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    Language-Learning Before You Move Abroad for Every Level

    June 17, 2021 /

    This extensive list of unconventional recommendations for language-learning are broken down into different categories of great ways to incorporate Spanish into your everday life. Perfect for anyone who wants to learn or brush up on their Spanish before a move abroad.

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    The Ultimate Guide to Spanish Expressions

    February 23, 2021 /

    Do you ever feel frustrated that you don’t understand certain expressions in Spanish? Today we’re exploring and explaining the top five common expressions you’ll want to know from Spain (plus many more resources!).

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    Language Learning: Reading in Spanish

    April 2, 2020 /

    What are you doing to learn Spanish? For us, reading in a foreign language is one of the best best ways to pick up on grammar structure and new vocabulary. However, follow these suggestions to get the most out of your experience.

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    How to: Talk on the Phone in Spanish

    February 13, 2020 /

    Talking on the phone in a foreign language can be scary. That is why today we are sharing our top tips for how to talk on the phone in Spanish!

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    My Experience Learning Spanish

    August 18, 2019 /

    Learning a language is an experience in itself. Today Claudia is diving into what her Spanish adventure was like and the elements she finds most important if you want to go on your own language learning journey.

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    Learn Spanish: Intercambios de Idiomas

    January 15, 2019 /

    Learning a new language can be frustrating. However, we have found that one-on-one intercambios or language exchanges can help with the process. Today we are sharing a quick video about how to make intercambios work for you!

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    Language Learning: It’s all about Confidence

    September 27, 2018 /

    Learning a language is not easy, but I have one tip to help you improve your skills—be confident in yourself! Not sure how to do this? Check out this post to find our top tips to start becoming more sure of your Spanish.

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    How to: Make the Most of Your Summer Abroad

    July 5, 2018 /

    Study abroad doesn’t necessarily mean an entire semester or year abroad. Today guest writer Ali from the blog Sustainable Psyche is giving us her top tips about how to make the most of your summer abroad.

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