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Apr 17, 2017

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If you are listening to this, it’s very likely you have learned a foreign language which is English; good for you, great job by the way.

And maybe you have tried or you are considering learning another foreign language. This book has some very valuable advice and strategies on how to do that. And don't forget, and I talk about this a lot, I believe everyone learns a foreign language differently and at least they have their own preference on how to learn, you have to make the process fun and interesting.

So even though this book has great tips, it’s not like it has the answer for everybody. We have to experiment, try out different things, see what works for us, see what we enjoy doing and keep applying those methods.

However, there are universal methods of learning a foreign language, methods that I believe most people can benefit from. And through research and experimentation, we can learn these methods and apply them and see quicker results in our language learning journey, our language learning process. And the book "Fluent Forever" has great tips.

Apr 10, 2017

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Today I'm going to give you a few ideas on a book called "Give and Take. Why helping others drives our success." This book is by Adam Grant, who is a professor at a very prestigious business school.

And in this book, the author argues that success depends on how we approach our interactions with others. So how we approach others, how we deal with other people is very, very important.

Apr 3, 2017

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Today I have an episode based on a book called "Ego is the enemy" by Ryan Holiday.

And if you've never heard the word ego, ego, E G O just to give you a brief definition. The ego is a person's sense of self-esteem or self-importance. Basically, the ego makes you think of how important you are, how valuable you are. So if the ego gets out of control you might think you're too valuable.

This book is all about maintaining the ego in check. Keeping something in check means keeping it at a reasonable level. And Ryan Holiday goes very deep on the subject of how to keep an ego in check but he also talks a lot about why the ego can really damage our chances of success. And what does success do? Well, it could bring us a fulfilling happier life.

 

Mar 27, 2017

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Today’s book I am going to talk about is kind of a special one for me. Why? Because it’s one of the first books that I can remember that really got me thinking a lot more about how to deal with the everyday stresses and struggles of life. I first read this book in college, I was probably around twenty years old, and it was very impactful. And when I first read it, it brought completely new ideas to me, I tried them out, I experimented with these ideas a little bit. So what is the book I am talking about? Well, the book is called The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle. And in general, this book is all about accepting the present moment. How often during your day are you regretting things that have happened in the past? Thinking about the decisions you shouldn't have made, or things you shouldn't have said. And also how much of your day do you spend thinking about the future, worrying about the future? What’s going to happen, what’s going to happen in your life that you might not want to happen? And lastly, do you find yourself always thinking, “In the future when this happens, or once I am able to do this, everything will be better. If I get this job, if I pass this test, if I become fluent in English, if all of these things happen, then my life will be great". Well, this all causes stress, and in The Power of Now, there are some very very useful tools for dealing with these thoughts that can cause you to be anxious

 

Mar 21, 2017

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There are four core human drives (motivations) that form how people think and behave.

Understanding these core drives helps us to understand what people want, as well as provides us with information on how to help others with services that meet these wants through business.

Satisfy all these wants = a great business idea! 

Learn about these four basic drives and how they affect our behavior, and apply these lessons to your English learning in this episode of the Feel Good English podcast. 

Personal development for English learners. 

Mar 9, 2017

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For years I have had an on-and-off again relationship with the gym. 

Believe me, I know the importance of staying fit. Having a healthy body makes just about all other aspects of life easier. 

But after maintaining a long gym routine, sometimes even for a year or more, I would always find a reason to stop going. Something would change in my life so I would take a week off from the gym, which would turn into two weeks, then a month, then I'd realize I hadn't been in months. 

And that's what happened recently. So I am trying something different, because, well, it's time. 

I found a book at the library (yes, the library) called "You are Your Own Gym: The Bible of Bodyweight Exercises" by Mark Lauren.  

And so far I'm thrilled (very excited). 

In this episode, I am going to tell you the 5 main reasons bodyweight exercising looks promising, and maybe it'll be something you can try out too! 

 

 

Mar 1, 2017

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How and what you think is CRITICAL – it’s the foundation everything else is built upon.

Set your goals high...then exceed them!

Feb 22, 2017

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We can all become better conversationalists. And when learning English, you can also focus on improving your communication skills in general. That's one benefit of learning a foreign language. 

In this episode, I share lessons from a Ted Talk called 10 Ways to Have a Better Conversation. 

Focus on what "way" at a time, and become better at not just English, but communicating in general. 

Feb 15, 2017

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Have you ever thought about starting your own online business? Wouldn't it be nice to make some extra money on the side by doing something you love? 

In the book, "Will it Fly" by Pat Flynn, you'll learn practical step-by-step tactics that can help you combine your talents with your passion to creating a valid business idea. 

Learn about two of the beginning steps in this episode of the FGE podcast. 

 

Feb 8, 2017

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In this episode, I answer some question I have received over the last few months from listeners around the world. 

Find out my opinions on building vocabulary, understanding t.v. series and movies in English, and what to do when you have to live with your... mother-in-law!?!

Yes, learn how to deal with mother-in-laws in this episode of the Feel Good English podcast. 

Feb 1, 2017

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Brian Kwong runs the website add1challenge.com A community of language learners who support each other to reach new levels of the language they're learning, like English. 

In this interview, we talk about how Brian came up with the AddChallenge idea, as well as how a structure of accountability can be a powerful language learning tool. 

To apply to the add1 challenge, go to www.feelgoodenglish.com/add1

Jan 25, 2017

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 Are you Shy, or Just an Introvert? 

Even though Western culture idealizes the outgoing, confident, and very social personality, not everyone can be that person. And in the book, "Quiet" by Susan Cain, we learn that people that aren't extremely social, or as we call them here, introverts, can bring a lot of value to group settings. 

There have been many famous "introverts" too, which you can read more about in the book. 

In today's episode, learn more about: 

If you're an introvert

What the difference between being shy and an introvert is

How to "act" like an extrovert when society calls for it. 

So don't be shy, and listen to this episode of the Feel Good English podcast. 

Jan 18, 2017

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If you are taking on a big new mission, you have to find ways to stay motivated to keep moving forward. Progress is a HUGE motivator. So how do you see quick progress when you have long-term goals? 

In the book Rework, two very successful entrepreneurs give you excellent tools that you can use to make your projects, be it a business, job, or even English learning, a big success too! 

Learn to big ideas from this very insightful book, Rework, by Jasin Fried and David Hansson. 

Jan 11, 2017

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Essentialism is the practice of focusing only on the most necessary aspects.

In today’s world, it can be very difficult to know what to focus on, and even more so, how to stay focused without getting distracted.

I have found that if I get rid of unnecessary things and activities, I do better quality work, and feel less stress.

The book “Essentialism” gives you practical methods on how you can declutter your life and work, leading to more success and fulfillment.

Jan 4, 2017

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Here are four of the most important lessons on productivity from 2016. These lessons have resonated with me the most, and I think they can do the same with you. 

 

Dec 28, 2016

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Here are four of the most important lessons on motivation from 2016. These lessons have resonated with me the most, and I think they can do the same with you. 

 

 

Dec 19, 2016

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Do you feel overwhelmed, swamped, and just too busy? Sometimes we have so many things to do we think we will never be able to finish everything. We also can spend days, weeks and even months "thinking" about doing important tasks but constantly feeling anxious because we never actually do them.

This episode is on a book that I NEEDED TO READ. With so many things to do with the new podcast, website, etc.., I need to learn how to tackle the most important tasks first thing in the morning and get "addicted" to the feeling you get after completing your most valuable, important task (the frog).

The book Eat that Frog by Brian Tracy is great! It has helped me get focused on the right things, and I am sure it can help you decide which tasks need to be done first, to bring the most success and happiness into your life. to be done first, to bring the most success and happiness into your life.

Dec 12, 2016

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Making decisions is part of daily life. What should I have for breakfast? What career path should I take? What English program is going to help me become fluent faster? Sometimes we struggle with making the "right" decision, especially when there are big life choices to be considered. Fortunately, making the right decisions is a skill that can be developed. As discussed in the book "Decisive", by Dan and Chip Heath, various factors contribute to making bad decisions. Through deep research, the authors have found factors that contribute to making poor choices, but if we recognize these factors and learn how to avoid them when making decisions we can feel more confident about the decisions we make. Learn how to be a better decision maker on this episode of the Feel Good English podcast. 

Dec 5, 2016

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Are emotions happen for a reason. They help us deal with our environment, and are oven based on survival.

But they can also cause problems for you. Learning how to be emotionally smart is well, smart. 

EQ = emotional intelligence. We can improve our EQ through practice and learning.Become better at controlling your emotions to handle difficult situations, like speaking English, more gracefully and effectively. 

Nov 28, 2016

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Wake up and take control of your life!

Tony Robbins, the nation's leader in the science of peak performance, shows you his most effective strategies and techniques for mastering your emotions, your body, your relationships, your finances, and your life.

Learn strategies that will help you instantly become more motivated, focused, and positive, to get you closer to making your ideal life a reality. 

Nov 24, 2016

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Whether he was introducing the latest iPad or delivering a keynote presentation, Steve Jobs electrified audiences with his incomparable style and presentation skills. He didn’t just pass information in his presentations; he told a story and shared a vision. He gave his audience a powerful experience that was unique, inspiring, and unforgettable.

Now you can do it too, even as an English learner, by learning the specific techniques that made Jobs such an effective presenter. Using Jobs’s legendary presentations as a blueprint, communication skills coach Carmine Gallo has written a book full of presentation secrets to help you plan, deliver, and refine the best presentation of your life

Nov 21, 2016

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We all have obstacles in our life.

If you’re an entrepreneur, artist, or student, this book is about seeing problems in “a new light”. Stop making excuses and learn how to take the obstacles we all face and use them to achieve our goals.

It’s all about perception, action, and will, and in the first part of this 3-part series I am going to share with you everything the book teaches on how to see obstacles in a more productive, beneficial way.

Nov 14, 2016

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If you’re an entrepreneur, artist, or student, this book is about seeing problems in “a new light”. Stop making excuses and learn how to take the obstacles we all face and use them to achieve our goals.

It’s all about perception, action, and will, and in the first part of this 3-part series I am going to share with you everything the book teaches on how to see obstacles in a more productive, beneficial way.

Nov 8, 2016

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We all have obstacles in our life.

If you're an entrepreneur, artist, or student, this book is about seeing problems in "a new light". Stop making excuses and learn how to take the obstacles we all face and use them to achieve our goals.

It's all about perception, action, and will, and in the first part of this 3-part series I am going to share with you everything the book teaches on how to see obstacles in a more productive, beneficial way.

 

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