#63 How to Become a Fearless Language Learner with Halima Salim

Halima Salim, founder of Blackboard English and the Fearless English Podcast, discusses empowering women language learners, overcoming negative self-talk and changing ideologies in the ESL community with Shannon Kennedy and Benny Lewis.Featured ResourcesBlackboard EnglishMentioned in this EpisodeBlackboard EnglishFearless English PodcastFearless English CourseBlackboard English FacebookBlackboard English YoutubeBlackboard English InstagramEpisode OverviewSome of the topics brought up during the interview are:Living in Saudi Arabia as an illegal immigrant and its impact on educationMoving to the UK and learning EnglishBecoming a fearless language learnerShutting down negative self-talkFacing your greatest fearsLearning to read and write at a later ageCreating opportunities for women through EnglishChanging ideologies in the ESL communitySupporting your children learning another languageCreating a supportive Instagram communityGaining confidence “being yourself”Podcast theme: “A New Beginning” by Shannon KennedyJoin Our PatreonEnjoy the podcast? Subscribe to our Patreon to get access to bonus content and monthly exclusives.