To improve in a language… take a break from i...

In this video, I compare intensity and perseverance in language learning and explain why both matter. 

Happy New Year! In this video, I reflect on 2025 and share my goals for 2026. 

Increase your motivation to study English. Many students complain that they are bored with English. They are tired and don't want to study every day. They ask how they can increase their motivation for English. For a free transcript of this audio, please visit http://effortlessen ...  Show more

Stop watching Netflix episodes and Youtube videos for the moment. You might convince yourself that it helps you learn more vocabulary but that vocabulary is not the most important one if your goal is to become that leader in an English-speaking environment. 

I talk about 10 reasons (plus a bonus one!) why many language learners fail to learn another language and achieve a high level of proficiency. I talk about how to solve these issues so you can ensure you're not "doomed" to giving up and failing to achieve your l ...

Increase your energy for studying. Increase your concentration. Improve your memory. Feel more excited about learning and living. Our mental energy is connected to our physical energy. Our emotional health is connected to our physical health. The more energetic we feel physically ...  Show more