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EPISODE · Jun 2, 2026 · 15 MIN

Why Are Adults So Afraid Of Making Mistakes?

from Hey Lady! | Confident English Podcast · host Emma Jakobi | Hey Lady! + MmmEnglish

When we were children, making mistakes was how we learned. So why does making mistakes feel so frightening as adults, especially when speaking English?✨ Start your 7-day free trial with Hey Lady!In this episode of the Hey Lady! Confident English Podcast, Emma explores why so many women feel anxious about making mistakes in English conversations and how that fear can quietly stop us from connecting with other people.Through Yuri’s story, you'll learn how fear affects your confidence, why your brain reacts so strongly in social situations, and how finding a safe, low-pressure environment can help you speak more freely and naturally.If you already understand English but still hesitate, overthink or avoid conversations because you're afraid of making mistakes, this episode is for you.💬 About EmmaEmma is the founder of Hey Lady! and creator of the YouTube channel mmmEnglish, trusted by more than 6 million English learners worldwide.Hey Lady! is a global English-speaking community for women who want to build confidence through real conversations, connection and consistent practice.✨ Join Hey Lady! free for 7 days🙋‍♀️ Have a question or challenge you'd like Emma to talk about in a future episode?You can send a voice message or share your experience below.🎤 Share your question or challenge

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When we were children, making mistakes was how we learned. So why does making mistakes feel so frightening as adults, especially when speaking English? ✨ Start your 7-day free trial with Hey Lady! In this episode of the Hey Lady! Confident English Podcast, Emma explores why so many women feel anxious about making mistakes in English conversations and how that fear can quietly stop us from connecting with other people. Through Yuri’s story, you'll learn how fear affects your confidence, why yo...

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