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Your family?My family? I don't know. But my job, yeah. I go to work every day at the same time. I mean, I have to get up early every day and then go to work at the same time in the same place. Then I have to do my best to achieve the company's goals. I have lunch at the same time, too. I leave work and go home at the same time every single day. And my wife, she is there when I arrive. She's there with my children. I have two children. She asks me how my day was, and I can only remember the same thing I did like always.Then you say you're tired of routine. Is that what you mean? You're tired of your job and also your family because they are part of your routine. Am I right?I don't know. I suppose so. I am angry all the time. I don't want anything. I don't want to talk to anyone in my house, at the job, anywhere. I don't know what to do.All right. There is something that is bothering you. Let's find out. Tell me about your house and about your wife and your children. What are they like?Well, my wife works online, but she works part-time, just 4 hours. She's very responsible. She also takes care of my children and she cooks every day. I know she's a wonderful woman, but all I do is fight with her when I see her. I don't know why.I see. I need to know, Danny. Do you still love her? What do you think?Yes, of course I love her. She's the love of my life. I never cheated on her. I love her so much. We met when we were studying at university and we were best friends ever since. Then she was my girlfriend and I proposed to her at the same university where we met. We got married and I had a wonderful son and then a beautiful daughter. They are my life. I love my family. That's why I am here. I don't want to lose them. I don't want to divorce.Okay, I understand. Then why do you think you fight with her?That's what I don't know. Maybe I don't love her as much as I think. Is that the reason?I can't tell you that. You have to answer that question. But I will help you. Don't worry. Now, tell me about your family. Your brother, sisters, your mother, and your father.I don't see them very often. I usually visit my mom once a month and my dad too. I have one brother but he lives in another country, and I don't have any sisters. As I told you before, I don't see them very often so I don't have any problems with them.All right. Now tell me about your job. About your co-workers too.My job? Well, I work as a coordinator. I have to work with many people. I work in the sales area. I have to see that everyone meets their sales goals for the day. I work with an average of 25 people and the majority reach their sales goal. I don't have any problem with them. I also have fellow coordinators and they are very kind. I finish work at 5 in the afternoon and go home. My job is stressful, but I like it.But you said before that you were tired. Tired of your job and the routine.Yeah. Well, I suppose that's the answer because I get angry after leaving my work.Okay. I need you to tell me exactly what do you do from the time you arrive until you leave work?Well, I arrive at my job. I drink a cup of coffee. I turn on my computer. Start with the instructions. I talk to my team. Then they start working. And I supervise their job. I have lunch. Then I get back to work and continue supervising until the time I have to leave. That's all.Hmm. That's weird. There must be something. What about your boss?My boss? That stupid man. He's the worst man ever. Seriously, no matter what I do, he will never be satisfied with my work. Never. He's always criticizing me and highlighting my mistakes, and he does it in front of my workers. He's a pain in the ass. Every day I have to fight with him before going out. He's an idiot.I think we already found the problem. Everything is fine until you talk to your boss, Danny. The problem is not your wife, children, or your job. The main problem is your boss. The only thing you have to do is talk to him and tell him how you feel, or talk to your boss's boss.So, it's not that I don't love my wife or children or my job itself. Oh, God, I'm relieved.No, of course not. Many have problems at work and take it out on their family, which is not good. It is important to work on it in time to avoid confusing those feelings and ruining your family.

获取全部文本资料公众号搜索：yymaster888Welcome back to the English podcast, your cozy little place to learn easy English through real everyday conversations. I'm Anna.And I'm Jake. And today we're talking about something that might feel a little personal, a little uncomfortable, but honestly, it could be the reason you're not moving forward in your career or life.Ooh, that sounds serious, Jake.It is serious, Anna. Because today's episode is called Stop Losing Opportunities Because of Your English.Wow, that hits close to home for so many learners, doesn't it?It does. Because imagine this: you're in a meeting, you have a brilliant idea, you know it could save the company time, money, maybe even both. But when you open your mouth, your English feels small. So you close it, and someone else says the same idea, and they get the credit.Ouch, that hurts just hearing it.It does. Or imagine you're at a networking event. You see someone you really want to talk to. Maybe they're a leader in your field. You walk over, you smile, and then your brain goes blank. You say hello, and then nothing. And they walk away.And you walk away thinking, that could have been my opportunity.Exactly. And that's the feeling we're tackling today. Not just how to speak English, but how to speak fluently enough to stop losing chances.Because every time you stay silent, opportunities don't wait for you.They don't. They move on to someone else. So today we're going to give you the tools to speak up, speak clearly, and speak with confidence, even when your English isn't perfect.And before we jump in, if this topic hits home for you, leave us a like and subscribe to the English podcast. It really helps us keep making these episodes for you.Okay, Anna. Let's start with the biggest fear.The biggest fear? I think I know what you're going to say.What is it?Fear of being judged. Fear that people will think you're not smart because your English isn't perfect.Yes, that's the monster under the bed for so many learners. And here's the thing: that fear is real. It's not silly, but it's also a lie.A lie?Yes, because people don't judge your intelligence by your grammar. They judge it by your ideas. And if you don't share your ideas, they can't judge them at all.So, staying silent is actually worse than making a mistake?Much worse. Think about it. If you make a grammar mistake, people might notice, but if you stay silent, people will think you have nothing to say. Which is worse?Definitely the silence. At least with a mistake, people hear you.Right. So, the first step to stop losing opportunities is to accept that your English doesn't need to be perfect. It needs to be heard.That's a powerful sentence. Let's repeat that for our listeners."My English doesn't need to be perfect. It needs to be heard."Say it with us one more time.Now, let's talk about the second fear.The second fear is being misunderstood. You say something and the other person looks confused. Or worse, they smile and nod and you know they didn't get it.The international smile and nod. We've all been there.Yes, it's like a universal language of "I have no idea what you just said, but I'm too polite to ask."And that feeling is terrible. But here's the secret: even native speakers get misunderstood all the time. Communication is messy.So, the goal isn't to never be misunderstood. The goal is to know how to handle it when it happens.Exactly. And the magic phrase is—"Let me rephrase that."Yes, such a simple sentence, but it changes everything.Let's break it down. Rephrase means to say something again in a different way. So, when someone looks confused, you don't panic. You just say, "Let me rephrase that."And then you try a different way to explain your idea. Maybe shorter, maybe with an example, maybe with simpler words.So, the basic sentence is, "Did you understand me?"Which puts pressure on the other person.Right. The better sentence is, "Let me rephrase that."That puts the responsibility on you. You're saying, "I want to make sure I'm clear." That sounds confident, not insecure.Let's do a quick role-play.I'll be the confused colleague. Anna, you're the confident speaker.Okay. So, our team needs to deliver the project by Friday. If we don't, we might lose the client.Mhm. Sorry, what was that?Let me rephrase that. We need to finish by Friday. If we're late, the client might leave us.Ah, yes, I understand now. Friday is important. See how she didn't panic? She just rephrased.Exactly. And that's a skill you can practice. The more you practice rephrasing, the more confident you become.Because you know you have a backup plan. If they don't understand you the first time, you can try again.That takes so much pressure off. You're not trying to be perfect. You're trying to be clear.Okay, let's talk about the third fear. This one is sneaky.What is it?The fear of sounding too simple. Like you know you have a complex idea, but you feel like your English is too basic to express it. So, you don't try.Oh, I know this one. You have a great idea, but you think, "If I say this in simple English, people will think I'm simple."Right. And this is where we have to break something. We have to break the belief that big ideas need big words.

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获取全部文本资料公众号搜索：yymaster888Hi, I'm Lisa. Let's learn some advanced vocabulary and expressions from a news article so that you can take your already advanced English to the next level, the final level of fluency. My goal is to teach you to communicate with educated native speakers on any subject just like you can in your native language. One of the best ways for you to achieve that is to learn the vocabulary and the expressions that native speakers are using and to be able to use those words yourself. For example, do you know the meaning of the adjectives "precarious" and "disconcerting" or the verbs "to soar" and "to tumble"? In this video, you will learn to use these words and many more. You will also have a chance to practice your accent. I will read parts of the article and I will pause to give you a chance to repeat after me.This news article is about Wall Street, the stock market, and its impact on the economy. The title of the article isIntel's best day since the 1980s helps drive Wall Street to more records.Let's look at the verb "to drive." Of course, you know the meaning of to drive a car, but "to drive" can be used in other ways. It means to cause something to happen or to make it move in a certain way, to make it act in a certain way. In this context, it means that Intel's strong performance caused the stock market to rise. We can use "to drive" this way:"His speech drove the team to work harder.""Rising oil prices drove inflation higher.""The noise is driving me crazy." (meaning it's making me crazy)We can also say, "He has a lot of drive." What does that mean? It means he's very motivated. He's motivated to work hard. He has a lot of drive. Or we can say, "He is very driven." I believe that you are driven to improve your English and that's why you're watching this video. You have a lot of drive.Okay, let's look at the first two paragraphs of the article to learn some more words. First, I will read it and you listen."Wall Street rolled to more records on Thursday as Nvidia and Intel led a rally for technology stocks after announcing a deal that includes a $5 billion investment. The S&P 500 index rose 0.5% and is on track for a third straight winning week. The Dow Jones Industrial Average added 124 points or 0.3% and the Nasdaq Composite climbed 0.9%. All three set all-time highs."Let's look at the word "rally." A rally can be a noun or "to rally" is a verb. The article states, "Nvidia and Intel led a rally for technology stocks." To rally is to recover, to become stronger again after a period of weakness. In this case, it means a sudden increase in the price of stocks after a decline. You can also use the verb "to rally" this way:"The stock market rallied.""The team rallied in the second half and won the game."In case you don't know, let's learn about the Standard & Poor's 500 index. It's commonly called the S&P 500. The article says the S&P 500 index rose 0.5%. The S&P 500 is a list of 500 large companies whose stock prices are tracked together to show how the US stock market is performing. If the S&P 500 goes up, it usually means that the economy is doing well. When the S&P 500 goes down, it often means the economy is slowing down.The S&P 500 index rose 0.5%. "Rose" is from the verb "to rise," which means to go up (rise, rose, risen). Don't confuse this verb with the verb "to raise." To rise is to go up, but to raise is to make something go up. They're similar, but they're used differently: one is a transitive verb and one is an intransitive verb."The sun rose," but "I raised my hand.""They raised prices," but "The prices rose." (That's an intransitive verb.)Let's look at "to be on track for." The article states that the S&P 500 is on track for a third straight winning week. These are tracks—they are train tracks. So to be on track means to be moving in the direction to reach a goal, to be likely to achieve something. For example:"She's doing very well at work. She's on track for a job promotion.""This project is on track for completion by the end of the year."The opposite of on track is "to get off track." That's when you start going in a different direction, in the wrong direction. Let's listen:"When I do those things, I'm on track mentally, emotionally, and physically.""And I knew that as long as I stayed on track, my career was secure.""I apologize. I completely got off track."You know the meaning of the word "straight," right? A straight line or straight hair, but the article talks about a third straight winning week—on track for a third straight winning week. In this case, straight means happening one after another without interruption, without stopping. For example:"I've worked late for three straight nights." (The same thing as three nights in a row.)"I've worked for 15 days straight without a day off.""I can't believe I slept for 10 hours straight." (And that means I didn't wake up at all during that time. 10 hours straight.)Let's listen to how some other people used it:"We were traveling three days straight from Turkey by bus.""They worked 20 hours a day for 100 days straight.""Literally just been laying down for the last 24 hours straight pretty much."Let's look at "all-time." In this article, it says "all-time high." All three set all-time highs. An all-time high means the highest level ever reached."Temperatures hit an all-time high this summer." (That means a record was broken. Temperatures were never higher than this summer. It was an all-time high.)"The city's population is now at an all-time high."We can also say "all-time low":"The temperatures hit all-time lows last January."We can say "all-time favorite":"That movie is my all-time favorite."Or "all-time best":"She gave an all-time best performance." (It was her best performance ever.)Or "all-time great":"Michael Jordan is considered an all-time great in basketball."Okay. Now, we're going to read the paragraphs again so that you can practice your accent. I will pause to give you a chance to repeat. Repeat after me:"Wall Street rolled to more records on Thursday""as Nvidia and Intel led a rally for technology stocks""after announcing a deal that includes a $5 billion investment.""The S&P 500 index rose 0.5%.""And is on track for a third straight winning week.""The Dow Jones Industrial Average added 124 points or 0.3%.""and the NASDAQ Composite climbed 0.9%.""All three set all-time highs."Now, let's look at two more sentences:"Intel soared 22.8% for its best day since 1987 after Nvidia said it would buy $5 billion of the chipmaker stock. Nvidia climbed 3.5% and was by far the strongest force lifting the S&P 500 because it's Wall Street's most valuable company."Let's look at the verb "to soar." Intel soared 22.8%. To soar is to rise or to increase very quickly. For example:"Gas prices soared after the hurricane.""Sales of the new phone soared during the first week.""My confidence soared when I got the promotion.""The eagle soared high in the sky." (A bird can soar; an airplane can soar.)You know the meaning of "far," but let's look at "by far." Nvidia was by far the strongest force lifting the S&P 500. We say "by far" when we want to emphasize that something is much better, much stronger, or much greater than anything else."She is by far the best singer in the group.""This was by far the most difficult test I've ever taken.""This is by far the best pizza I've ever eaten."Or we can use "far" with a comparative adjective. For example, "far bigger than":"Is the United States bigger than Switzerland? Yes, it's far bigger.""This restaurant is far better than the other one.""Is your English far better today than it was last year?"Okay, let's read that part again to practice your accent. Repeat after me:"Intel soared 22.8% for its best day since 1987""after Nvidia said it would buy $5 billion of the chipmaker stock."Notice how I connected the two S's. I didn't pronounce both of those S's; I blended them into one sound: "chipmaker stock." You say it: "chipmaker stock." Anytime we have two consonants that are the same—one is at the end of the word and the other one is at the beginning of the next word—we only pronounce one sound. For example:"She speaks Spanish." (We wouldn't say she speaks Spanish; she speaks Spanish.)"I'm married." (We blend those two M's into one sound. Don't say I'm married; it's I'm married.)Let's continue. Repeat after me:"Nvidia climbed 3.5%.""And was by far the strongest force lifting the S&P 500""because it's Wall Street's most valuable company."Let's continue with some more sentences from the article:"Fewer US workers applied for unemployment benefits last week than expected. That could indicate the pace of layoffs is slowing and it was a relief after the prior week's data showing a disconcerting leap to a 4-year high."Let's look at "unemployment benefits." Fewer US workers applied for unemployment benefits last week. Unemployment benefits are the money that the government gives to people who lose their jobs and are looking for a job.

获取全部文本资料公众号搜索：yymaster888Okay, I need to admit something that still makes me cringe when I think about it.Oh, no. Is this worse than the ceiling stairs story?Much worse. So, for 3 months, 3 months, I watched every single video on YouTube about becoming a digital nomad, packing lists, best laptops, which countries have the fastest Wi-Fi, how to work from a hammock in Bali.Okay, that actually sounds fun, though.Jake, I don't even like working from coffee shops. I get distracted by the music. I hate packing, and I get motion sickness on planes.So, you spent 3 months researching a life you wouldn't even enjoy.Exactly. And the worst part? I never applied for a single remote job. Not one. I just watched and imagined and felt bad that I wasn't doing it.Okay, I'm genuinely curious now. Why do we do that? Why do we research things we know we'll never actually do?That's exactly what I want to dig into today. Because I don't think it's just me. I think a lot of people do this.So, what's actually happening when we fall into these rabbit holes?I think it's what psychologists call fantasy planning. Your brain gets a little hit of dopamine just from imagining the change. It feels like you're making progress, but you're not actually moving anywhere.Like, the research itself becomes the reward?Yes, and that's the sneaky part. Your brain goes, "Look, we're being productive. We're learning." But deep down, you know you're just avoiding the scary part.And what's the scary part?Actually doing it. Applying. Failing. Being bad at something new. Research is safe. Research doesn't reject you. Research doesn't say, "We went with another candidate."Oh, that hit close to home.Right? So, the fantasy becomes a comfortable place to live. You can stay there forever and never have to face the discomfort of real change.Okay, but here's my question. Is that always bad? Is all fantasy planning a waste of time?No. Actually, I don't think so. And this is where it gets interesting.Okay, I'm ready. Convince me.Sometimes, the research phase is actually your brain testing the idea. You're asking, "Does this actually fit me?" And you won't know that without exploring it.But you said you didn't even like coffee shops or planes.Right. And that's exactly why the research was useful. I spent 3 months watching those videos. And somewhere in month two, I realized I don't actually want this life. I want the idea of it, the freedom, the adventure. But the reality? Not for me.So, the 3 months weren't wasted?Not at all. They saved me from quitting my job, buying a one-way ticket, and realizing on day three that I hate tropical humidity and unreliable Wi-Fi.Okay, that's a really good point. So, the rabbit hole actually protected you.Exactly. But here's the key. I had to be honest with myself. I had to stop and ask, "Am I actually going to do this? Or am I just enjoying the fantasy?"And if the answer is just enjoying the fantasy?Then you can enjoy it, but without the guilt. You can say, "This is a fun daydream. I'm not going to do it. And that's okay."Wow, that takes so much pressure off. It's like giving yourself permission to just explore without commitment.Exactly. The problem isn't the rabbit hole. The problem is when you stay in it and beat yourself up for not taking action you never really wanted to take.Okay, let's slow down and look at some of the words we just used because I think they're really useful.Let's do it.This comes from Alice in Wonderland. She falls down a rabbit hole into a strange world.Now it means getting deeply into something and losing track of time. I fell down a YouTube rabbit hole last night.You can use it for anything. Research, social media, even old photos. I looked at one old photo and fell down a rabbit hole of memories.This is when you plan something. Usually a big life change, but you never actually do it.I spent months fantasy planning my move to another country. It's planning as entertainment.Exactly. It's not real planning. It's dreamy planning.Dopamine is a chemical in your brain. It makes you feel good.So a dopamine hit is a little burst of that good feeling. Scrolling through travel videos gives me a quick dopamine hit.

获取全部文本资料公众号搜索：yymaster888Hello, honey. You came home early today. I'm making lunch.Hello, babe. Yeah, I arrived early. I need to talk to you. Something happened.Really? Oh, my love. Here I am for you. Tell me. But wait a minute. I have to check the oven. By the way, Mario wants to talk to you. Why don't you talk to him while I finish cooking lunch? I'll be right back, okay?No, wait a minute. Martha. Oh, God.Hello, dad. It's good that you came home early. Wasn't there much work today?Yeah, I had some problems in the office, but everything is fine, son. How are you?I'm great. I'm so happy. I talked to the teacher and she told me that I am doing great. She told me that if I keep trying, I can be the best student. I mean, I am one of the best students now, but I want to be the best in the school.I am so happy to know that. I am sure you can achieve that goal. I trust you.Thanks, Dad. And I'm talking about that if I want to be the best, I have to have the best. And we have a science project this week. I need some material for my project. I will make a volcano. It will be amazing. I am sure I can win that contest. I will need some special paper and other things. I know they can be expensive. George, my best friend, told me we couldn't do it because it was very expensive. But I told him we can do it. You told me I had to do my best always. And you have a good job. George's father is an assistant and he doesn't earn much money. I understand that. But you are the boss in your area. I told him you could pay for those things. So we are making the volcano anyway. I just need $100, Dad. If you can give me that money today because we will go to buy the things later.$100? Well, that's kind of expensive. Do you really need it?Yeah, I also thought it was a little expensive at the beginning. But you are the boss, Dad. So I thought you wouldn't have any problem giving me $100. Am I right?Yeah, sure. I will give you the money later. First, I need to talk to your mother.Thank you. You are the best father. Uh my mom? I think she's cooking. She's making that delicious chicken stew. She says she has a surprise for you. I think she wants to talk to you about something important. And she prepared your favorite food. By the way, it's George's birthday next week. I will need $50 to buy him a present. I was thinking about a new protector for his cell phone. But I'm not sure. What do you think?But a new protector for his cell phone doesn't cost $50. That's too much.I know that. But I will also buy a cake. Chocolate cake. It's his favorite. So I will give him a chocolate cake and a new protector for his cell phone. I was planning to buy something else, but I can't think about it. Maybe a pair of socks?No, son. I am sure it's enough with his chocolate cake. That's all.Yeah, you're right. Dad, I will also need $200 to buy new shoes.New shoes? But I bought those shoes you have last year. What happened?Yeah, but all my friends have new shoes. There are some great sneakers on sale. We can go to the mall later to see them. Mom can go, too. And then to the movies.I think we will have to talk about it. Now, why don't you call Mom? I need to talk to her.Sure. Thank you, Dad. I will tell my mom you're calling her. Mom!Honey, what happened? Oh, George already told you I'm making your favorite chicken stew. I didn't want to tell you anything before lunch because I wanted it to be a surprise. I found it. Do you remember we were talking about that trip to Disneyland? Well, Mary, my cousin, knows a person who has this travel agency. He can help us. I was talking to him, and the trip will cost only $20,000. Approximately. 15 days in Orlando and Disneyland, all included. Isn't it amazing? We can pay for that, right? I will talk to him to coordinate. All right. What is that thing you wanted to tell me?I got fired, Martha. The company had problems and many workers have been fired. That is a big problem because now we won't have enough money. What will we do? Our son needs many things and he deserves it because he's one of the best students. You're also an excellent partner and the best mother ever. You deserve everything. I'm really sorry. I didn't want to disappoint you, but I think I've let you down.What are you talking about? You are the best father and the best husband a woman can ask for. You work hard every day to give us everything. We will be fine. I am here for you. Let's figure this out together, okay? I love you, honey, and I will talk to our son.Wait, Martha. Don't tell him anything. He will be very sad. Oh, God.Hello, Dad. Mom told me what happened. Uh don't worry. We will be fine. I will make my project anyway, but I will find other kind of material. And about George, I will make a cake with my own hands. Mom will help me. So, don't worry, okay? We'll be fine.Wow, you are the best son ever. I have the best family. Thank you so much. I love you.

获取全部文本资料公众号搜索：yymaster888Hello everyone. Welcome back to Listen Speak Academy. A while ago, we started a video following David and his visit to a new gym. This is part two.In this video, we will learn about some sports and gym vocabulary and casual conversation.Will David join this new gym?Let us continue the tour of the new gym you want to join.Yes, please. What is this big room?Welcome to the VIP training zone.Who can exercise in this room?This is for personal training sessions.Do I get my own coach?Yes, a coach helps you exercise for extra fee.That sounds very useful for me.Now let us see cardio area.There are many treadmills here.Yes, we call them joggers too. We also have these elliptical machines.Ellipticals are great for the knees.Exactly. They give a smooth workout. Let us look at the martial arts room.Wow, there are many black boxing bags.Yes, we have professional boxing equipment here.Do members need their own gloves?No, we provide gloves for everyone.This is great for a hard workout.Boxing is very popular at our gym. This is our indoor cycling studio.The stationary bikes look very modern.We play loud music during classes.Is it a difficult workout?It is fast but very fun.I like cycling inside and outside.Here is the large weights area. Look at all these heavy dumbbells. We also have modern strength machines.Are the machines easy to use?Yes, instructions are written on them.That is perfect for new members.Let us walk back to reception.Thank you. The gym is amazing.We have three different membership plans. The basic plan is $40. The VIP plan is $80.What does the VIP plan include?It includes the spa and pool.I choose the VIP plan, please.Great choice. Please sign this contract.Okay, I am signing it now.How would you like to pay?Can I pay with credit card?Yes, just tap your card here.

获取全部文本资料公众号搜索：yymaster888If you would like to improve your accent when you're speaking English, in this video I'm going to give you a very important tip that will definitely transform your accent.You cannot neglect the melody of English. Even if you're pronouncing all of the individual words and the consonant and the vowel sounds correctly, but you're not paying attention to the rhythm and the melody of your words, your speech is going to sound choppy and unnatural, and you even might sound less fluent.In this video, I will teach you the secret to having a better accent and sounding more like a native speaker. I will also teach you some common everyday expressions that native speakers use, and I will teach you how to say them with the perfect American accent. And even if you prefer a British accent, this video will also help you.One of the fastest ways to reduce your foreign accent is for you to focus on these three things:Word stressWord reductionConnecting words, not pausing between thought groupsIn this lesson, we will focus on word reduction. This is such an important topic and it's not commonly taught in English classes. Maybe you've already thought about word stress or maybe you've watched lessons on word stress. But have you thought about word reduction? That topic is just as important as word stress for having a natural sounding and a native sounding flow.Native speakers don't pronounce every word clearly and fully. If you don't reduce some words in your sentences, your speech will sound choppy and robotic. You will speak like this with each word stressed the same way:"Please pass the salt and pepper.""Hello, I'm Mike. I am a robot. I am here to serve you. How can I help you?"When we reduce words, the vowel sounds almost disappear. They become the schwa sound. It's the /ə/ sound. And the consonants are also sometimes eliminated.Let's look at this pronoun. You have probably learned that the pronunciation is "our", but let's listen to how native speakers are saying "our house", "our children", and "our school". Listen carefully."And so, we had tons of people over to our house.""There's hospice at our house. What will happen to our house?""We have to talk to our children about it.""The sort of planet we're going to leave behind for our children and grandchildren... but to really ingrain within our school."Notice that the O and the U are reduced. They're not saying "our", they're saying "er" — it becomes a schwa sound. "Our house." "This is our house."Let me practice that together. Repeat after me:This is our house.Do you like our new car? You say it.They're our friends.So "they are our friends" sounds very similar to "they're our friends". Remember, in natural sounding speech, pronouns are reduced and they're connected to the words around them. For special emphasis, we make an exception and we don't reduce the pronoun:"This is ours. It's not yours. It's ours."But otherwise, we would simply say,"This is our house. This is our car."Let's talk about the two ways to pronounce the conjunction and.In the strong form, it's pronounced as /ænd/. But it's usually not pronounced that way in most situations. You can pronounce it that way only in these cases:When you need to speak especially slowly or when you're pausing to think. For example:"I would like to order a sandwich... and... a salad."When you want to emphasize the fact that there's another thing. For example:"You had pasta AND pizza.""You speak Italian AND Japanese."Otherwise, we say and in its weak form, and it sounds like this: /ən/ or /n/. The 'a' becomes a schwa sound and the 'd' disappears.Let's practice:Black and white (Black 'n' white). We wouldn't say "black AND white".Bacon and eggs (Bacon 'n' eggs). Connect all of those three words and say them as one. Don't pause. Let me say that again: Bacon and eggs. These words are one unit and they belong together.Now it's your turn. How would you say these words? You say them:In and out -> I went to In-N-Out. Have you ever gone to In-N-Out Burgers in California? It's a really popular place.Again and againBetter and better -> Your English is getting better and better.Husband and wife -> Husband and wife. I didn't say husband AND wife. That D disappeared. 'N' wife. It's just a little N. Husband and wife. Are they husband and wife?Okay, let's keep practicing. You will see some words on the screen and you say them as one unit. Don't pronounce the 'd' and reduce the 'a' of "and". How would we say this? You say it:Mom and dad -> Have you met my mom and dad?Salt and pepper -> Please pass the salt and pepper.Sweet and sour -> I ordered sweet and sour chicken.Trial and error -> Notice I'm primarily reducing the "and", but I'm saying "trial and error". I'm saying those words clearly and fully. Let's make a sentence: We figured it out by trial and error.Peace and quiet -> I went to the mountains for some peace and quiet.Thunder and lightning -> We had thunder and lightning last night.

获取全部文本资料公众号搜索：yymaster888Hey, Dad. How are you doing? Is lunch ready? I am really hungry.No, it's not ready. And what is this mess? Why haven't you cleaned your room?Me clean my room? Why would I do that? Jenna does it for me. Jenna the housekeeper.No, you have to clean your room, Brian.Why? It's her work and she's a woman. Men don't clean. Relax that.What? Men don't clean? Where did you get that from? Who told you something like that?Oh, calm down, Dad. Forget it. I have to tell you something. Listen. I met this beautiful girl. She's in fourth grade. I like her a lot. She's my new girlfriend. Well, not yet, but she will be. I told her to go out with me. We will go to the movies. That's why I want to ask you for something. I need money, please. Just $50.You met a beautiful girl. You're talking about Patty, right? Your girlfriend.Patty? No, of course not. She's not my girlfriend anymore. I haven't told her yet, but she will know. I don't care. I like the other girl.Wait a minute. Patty is still your girlfriend then. And you're cheating on her? That's what you mean, right? You are dating a different girl and Patty doesn't know it.Well, kind of. But yeah, it's normal. We are men. We usually do that. You told me I have to start behaving like a man. Well, I did it. Are you proud of me?Are you kidding? That's not what being a man means. You are wrong. I never told you to do those kind of things. I don't do those kind of things.Don't get angry, Dad. I read that in a book. I thought I was doing the right thing.Oh my god. All right. I will have to tell you what being a real man means, son. A real man is a man with genuine self-confidence and true masculinity. He's a man who knows his own mind and knows what he's about in life and he's not afraid to stand up for what he believes in. And very important, it's not all about looks, money, and his status.If you ask a guy to describe a real man, he will often begin to imagine a handsome man with a high-paying job, a chiseled jaw, and a great sense of fashion. That's what is fed to us via the media. TV commercials, glossy magazine ads, billboards, and Hollywood movies in general all send out the message that success with women comes down to being a good-looking guy who earns a lot of money. Most women are interested in who a guy is on the inside, not just how he presents himself on the outside. If a rich, good-looking guy approaches a woman and then struggles to string a sentence together because he's shy and nervous, most women aren't going to be interested.Fighter spirit. Failures are nothing but great stories to be told once you are successful. Real men fall. They fail, but they never stop. No matter how hard life punches you, a real man strikes back even harder every time until he succeeds. A real man is a survivor.Standing up for your beliefs. A real man isn't ashamed of who he is. He embraces himself and wouldn't compromise his beliefs for any acceptance from the world around. He has the guts to stand against all odds to support what he truly believes in.Integrity. A real man doesn't demand respect. He commands it. He always keeps his words. When he makes a promise, he keeps it. He knows the importance of words and chooses them carefully. That's what builds his character.Also important, mental strength. It is hard to break a man. He may be sensitive, but he's strong enough to not let his emotional breakdowns get the better of him. His mind is his superpower. Every rough race in life only makes him stronger than ever before.Taking what is yours. Nobody in this world has the power to rob a man of what he truly deserves in life. A real man never lets anybody take him for a ride. He knows how to take what belongs to him.Accepting failure. A real man doesn't play the blame game. He has the courage to own up to his mistakes. He knows that his problems are consequences of his own doings. Yeah. Rather than talking about how unfair life is, he accepts his failure and works towards taking life by the horns.Knowing your worth. A real man always knows his true worth. He knows what he's good at and he knows what he deserves in life. He knows what he's born to do and he excels at it.Knowing what is right. A real man is wise enough to separate his personal bias from what is right. He's always informed enough to take the right decision. A real man is not defined by brawn. You don't need to have a killer body to be macho, neither a beard. It's the attitude that counts. Being violent with people or abusing them is not a sign of strength. It is in fact a proof of your weakness as a man.You know how they say boys don't cry? Well, that's nonsense. You know why? A real man is never insecure about being judged for his sensitive side. Men aren't heartless.A real man respects everyone, including, of course, his girlfriend. He takes care of her. He never makes her cry and he protects her all the time. That's what a real man does. So stop saying you are a real man because you can be with more than one girl at the same time. That's for cowardly and stupid people. Do you understand what I'm talking about?Yes, Dad. I'm sorry. I thought I was a real man, but now I know.Don't worry, son. You're still a teenager. You will learn with time, I am sure. We all make mistakes. Now, go talk to this girl and to Patty. Tell them the truth. Tell her to forgive you and face the consequences. That's what a real man does. Go.What a sunny day. I think I will make some lemonade. Do you want some?Yes, Dad. Thank you. By the way, why do you always wear a suit?What do you mean? I always wear like this. Don't you like it? It's a nice suit.Yeah, it's nice, but it's not cool. It's sunny, Dad. Don't you think you should be wearing a t-shirt, shorts, or sandals? You don't work today.Yeah, I don't work today, but I always wear like this. Well, not always. There was a time I didn't use to wear formal, when I was studying at the university.Really? I don't believe you. I always remember you wearing this suit.Oh, it was before you were born. Before I met your mother. In fact, there is a good reason why I always wear formal. It all started in the university with your mom.Seriously, you never told me about your story. My mom and you. Tell me.It was a long time ago when your mother and I studied at the university. We studied together. The first day of classes, I didn't notice her. I met a lot of people, my partners. But I don't know where your mother was. She said she was there, but I don't remember.Anyway, as I told you before, I used to wear jeans, baggy pants, and t-shirts. Soon I met your mother in one of our classes. We were friends, not best friends—at least not immediately. I had other friends. I spent time with them and with your mom. I talked to her, but only about the classes, homework, projects, and exams.The first time I saw her, I thought she was a nice person. But just that. I didn't find her so beautiful. I mean, she was beautiful and I knew it, but there was nothing special about her that made me fall in love with her. She used to wear glasses to study. I called her "Glasses." That was her nickname.Soon we became good friends. We used to talk a lot. We studied for the exams together at the library. We sat together. With time, we became best friends. We loved to spend time together, but only as friends.One day she had a problem. She said her glasses were broken, and they were. So she wasn't wearing her glasses that day. That's when I noticed something. I could see her eyes. I had never seen her eyes like that before. She was always wearing glasses. Man, she had the most beautiful eyes I had ever seen in my life.Seriously, I don't know what had happened, but I liked her as a woman. I started to see her as a woman, not like a friend anymore. I liked her a lot. And she was an awesome girl. I knew it. She was very intelligent. I had to study hard to pass my exams, but she didn't have to do it.

获取全部文本资料公众号搜索：yymaster888Let me tell you about the worst year of my life. I had no job, no plan, no direction. I woke up every morning with nothing to do and nowhere to be. And at first, I convinced myself that was freedom.But it wasn't freedom, was it?No, it was the loneliest I've ever felt, surrounded by endless time and absolutely no purpose.I know that feeling. I went through something similar. That hollow emptiness that just sits in your chest and won't leave.Welcome back. I'm Bob.And I'm Helen. Today, we're talking about something that destroys more lives than failure ever could.The cost of having no goal.And we're not talking about money. We're talking about something much more dangerous.I graduated top of my class. Everyone expected big things. My parents were proud. Professors wrote recommendations before I even asked.Sounds perfect on paper.Exactly. But inside, I had no idea what I wanted. So, I did nothing. Told myself I was taking a break, a few months to figure things out.I did the same after my first job. Told myself I needed to find myself. Looking back, I was just running away.First month felt amazing. Slept until noon. Watched entire seasons in 2 days. Met friends whenever. Felt like a vacation.So, when did it stop feeling like a vacation?Third month. Woke up at 2:00 p.m. Sunlight pouring through my window. Just lay there staring at the ceiling thinking, "What's the point of today?"What did you do?Nothing. Scrolled my phone for hours, ordered food, watched more TV, went back to sleep, did that again the next day.That's not living. That's just existing.Exactly. Just breathing. Just taking up space. Waiting for something to happen, but nothing ever did because I wasn't doing anything.Did anyone notice?My mother called one day. Normal conversation. Then she said something I'll never forget.What?Bob, you sound like a stranger. Not my son. A stranger who borrowed my son's voice.That's terrifying. Your own mother not recognizing you.I couldn't breathe because I knew she was right. I had become someone hollow. Someone who'd given up.What did you say?Nothing. Just sat there holding the phone. Tears running down my face.Did she hear you crying?Yes. She started crying, too. Said, "I don't care if you have a job or a plan. I just want my son back."It's heartbreaking.It was the first time I realized my aimlessness wasn't just hurting me. It was hurting the people who loved me.I had that moment, too. Not with my mother. With my best friend. She said, "I don't recognize you anymore." And I thought, "I don't recognize myself, either."Friends, now it's challenge time. Vocabulary learning part. Are you ready?Yes. You have to find the correct synonym for the word. Let's see how you do.Our first word is pouring. Remember our dialogue? Third month. Woke up at 2:00 p.m. Sunlight was pouring through my window.Here are your options. Which one is the correct synonym for pouring?What do you think? Pause for a moment. Think carefully.Time's up. The correct answer is B, flowing strongly.Yes. Pouring means flowing strongly and continuously, like rain pouring from the sky.Here are two examples to help you remember. Example one: rain was pouring down, so we couldn't go outside.Example two: people were pouring out of the stadium after the match.So remember, pouring entails strong, continuous flow, not dripping, not falling gently, flowing strongly.That's it. When you lose your goal, you lose your identity. You become invisible to yourself.But I didn't have a mother who called. No one checked on me. So I stayed there much longer.How long?Almost two years.Two years?Two years of nothing. Two years of watching everyone move forward while I stood still.How did you survive?Honestly, I almost didn't.What do you mean almost didn't?One night at 3:00 a.m., I had this thought: what if I just disappeared? Would anyone even notice?Helen...I'm not saying this for sympathy. I'm saying it because that's where aimlessness leads. It's not about failing to achieve things, it's about not wanting to exist.Did you try?Came close. Had a plan. Everything ready. Then something stopped me.What?My cat jumped on my lap and started purring. I thought, "If I'm gone, who will feed her?"A cat saved your life.A stupid fluffy cat, but she gave me one reason to wake up the next morning.That's not stupid. That's everything.It taught me something. We think goals have to be big, but sometimes the smallest thing keeps you alive.What happened the next day?Woke up, fed my cat, went back to bed. But the next day, I did it again. Slowly added things. A walk, a shower, a meal I actually cooked.So, you understand. You really understand.

获取全部文本资料公众号搜索：yymaster888Have you ever understood every word an American said, but you still had no idea what they meant? It could be that they were using a proverb.In this video, you will test your knowledge of 15 very common English proverbs. Proverbs are short sayings that native speakers use all the time, and they're part of the culture. They express common wisdom or life lessons, and often they're passed down through generations. Maybe your grandmother used them when she was giving you advice.Rather than stating something directly, proverbs often use figurative language or imagery to communicate a deeper meaning. For example, make hay while the sun shines isn't talking about hay on a farm. And the sunshine in this case means good times or when things are going well. Or for example, another proverb is save it for a rainy day. It's not talking about actual rain. It's talking about problems or trouble in life. For example, you can say I have a rainy day fund. And that means I have money for an emergency.When you understand these expressions, you will not only improve your listening, but you will also gain a deeper understanding of English-speaking culture. Let's see how many English proverbs you already know.Let's look at this proverb. Do you know what the two words that are missing are?Every cloud has a blank blank. Do you know the answer?The answer is silver lining. Every cloud has a silver lining. A silver lining is when a dark cloud has a bright silvercoled edge when the sun shines behind it. So a silver lining represents hope, something positive in a difficult situation. So even when there are dark clouds, meaning when things seem really bad, there is often something good that can come from the situation. For example, you can say losing my job led me to start my own business. Every cloud has a silver lining. Or the cancelled trip gave us time to visit family instead. Every cloud has a silver lining. Native speakers often use it this way. Look for the silver lining. There's always a silver lining.Let's look at the next proverb. Do you know the word that's missing?Don't put the cart before the what?The answer is horse. Don't put the cart before the horse. And that means don't do things in the wrong order. A horse should go in front of the cart because a horse pulls the cart. The horse should not be behind the cart. So that means don't put things in the wrong order. Start with the most important steps first. You can say we need to finish the business plan before designing the website. Let's not put the cart before the horse. Or you can say let's wait to buy the furniture first. We have to buy the house. Let's not put the cart before the horse. Do you have a similar proverb in your language?And let's look at the next proverb. And you might learn a new verb with this one. The proverb is don't count your chickens before they what. What's the verb?Before they hatch. To hatch means to come out of an egg. We can say the chicks hatched after 21 days. So, don't count your chickens before they hatch means don't assume that something will happen before it actually does. Don't be so sure that it will happen. You can say you haven't gotten the job yet, so you shouldn't count your chickens before they hatch. Don't spend your bonus money before you receive it. Don't count your chickens before they hatch. And the past tense is hatched. Hatched with the T sound. Do you have a similar proverb in your language? I think I heard that in some languages it's don't count your chickens before fall, before autumn, something like that.Okay, let's look at the next one. A bird in the hand is worth two in the what? What's the answer?In the bush. So, one bird in my hand is worth two birds in the bush. And that proverb means it's better to keep something that is certain than risk losing it while chasing something that is not certain. For example, you can say I accepted the job offer instead of waiting for another interview. A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush. I'm happy that I would at least have a job.Let's look at another proverb. And this one is also about birds. The early bird catches the what?The worm. The early bird catches the worm. This is a worm. Let's make sure that you're pronouncing it correctly. A lot of my students mispronounce this word and they say it like this word. Are you saying them differently? This one is worm and this one is warm. It's a warm day. They're commonly confused. Let me practice this pronunciation pattern a little bit more. So, we say war. Warm. So this word war and this word war have the exact same pronunciation and we say warn. Warn or warning. Warning. I gave them a warning. So these words have the or war. However, this word is spelled with an o, but the o is not pronounced. I know English pronunciation is crazy. We don't say warm. We say worm. Worm. It sounds like this. Were. Were. And then you add an M. Worm. Another word that sounds like that is work. Have you been saying work? That's not correct. It's work. And now let me say the two words worm. Warm.

获取全部文本资料公众号搜索：yymaster888Dad, can I ask you something?I've been thinking about it for a while, and I'm curious. I want to understand more about you, please.I'm a little busy now. I have to go to work. But what do you want to know?Well, I know you work in an important company. You always say you are an executive. But I don't really understand what that means.What do you actually do every day?You already know what I do. I work in an office. I have meetings and I manage things. It's not very interesting.Why do you want to know that now? I have to go.But for me, it is interesting. I don't see you at work, so I don't know how your day really looks.I want to know what you do from morning to night. I'm just curious, Dad. That's all.Ah. I don't have much time right now. I still have some things to finish.That's okay, Dad. I understand. I just wanted to know more about you.Sometimes I feel like I don't know your daily life. But I understand you are busy. Sorry.You know what? You are right. I should take some time for this.You want to know more about me. Well, I will tell you everything about my routine.Really? Thank you, Dad. I'm listening. I want to know everything, please.All right.My day starts early. I usually wake up at 6:00 a.m. every day.I don't like to wake up late because I need time to prepare myself.Yeah, you never wake up late. What do you do first when you wake up?First, I turn off my alarm and sit for a moment. I don't use my phone immediately.I like to start the day slowly.Then I get out of bed and go to the bathroom.In the morning, I usually do a short workout. I like to exercise in the morning.I stretch my body and sometimes I do light exercises like push-ups or walking on the treadmill.After that, I take a shower.I prefer cold or warm water because it wakes me up.Then, what else do I do?Oh, of course. Then, I get dressed for work.I see.One question. Do you choose your clothes quickly?Yes, I do.I usually wear formal clothes. I wear a shirt, jacket, and sometimes a tie.As an executive, I need to look professional.That's why I'm wearing this suit now.After I get dressed, I go to the kitchen.I have breakfast every day. I don't skip it.We don't have breakfast together every day. So, what do you usually eat?I usually eat something simple.I have eggs, toast, and coffee. Sometimes also juice.I don't eat too much because I don't want to feel heavy.It's important.Sometimes I eat alone. Sometimes with you and your mother. It depends on the time.After breakfast, I check my emails on my phone or laptop.I have to answer them.I read important messages from my team and from other departments.That's interesting.Do you get many emails every day?

获取全部文本资料公众号搜索：yymaster888Hi, I'm Lisa. Let's fix some very common grammar mistakes that even my advanced students sometimes make: adding an "s" to words that should not have an "s".Why is the wordclotheswith an "s", but we cannot add an "s" toclothing? We cannot sayclothings. And we can add an "s" towords, but we cannot add an "s" tovocabularyandslang. We cannot sayvocabulariesorslangs. Have you been making this mistake?And why can we saysuitcaseswith an "s"—for example, "I have two suitcases"—but we cannot sayluggages? We cannot say "two luggages".In this video, you will learn some rules and exceptions for when to add an "s" to a noun so that you can fix your grammar mistakes and speak English accurately. And there will be a quick review quiz at the end to test your knowledge. Let me get started.Uncountable Animals and Irregular PluralsSome nouns never change between singular and plural. You don't add an "s" even if you can count them.Let's look at fish. Sometimes it's possible to sayfishes, but it depends on what you're talking about.Fishwith no "s" is much more common. Even if you can count the number of fish, you would still not add an "s". You would say:"I saw five fish in the pond.""They caught three fish," (not "three fishes").Fishwithout an "s" is both singular and plural if it's the same species.Fishesis used when you're talking about different species of fish, different kinds of fish. For example: "The aquarium has many different kinds of fishes." But: "I caught three fish." Three of the same kind—no "s".Here are some other examples of nouns that don't add an "s", even if the noun is countable:Deer: We would never saydeers. So, one deer, two deer, three deer. We would never use an "s".Sheep: We can saygoats, but we can't saysheeps. So, one sheep, two sheep, three sheep, 100 sheep. No "s". That's an exception—it's just something you have to memorize.Moose: We can't saymooses. "I saw a lot of moose."Let's look at these examples:"I saw one deer in the forest.""I saw five deer in the forest." (No "s" with five deer.)"The farmer has 10 sheep." (No "s".)And I know you know this one: mouse. What's the plural of mouse? That's an irregular plural. We don't saymouses, we say mice. I think you know that one, right?Suitcase vs. LuggageLet's look at the words suitcase and luggage. We can say "I have two suitcases," but we cannot say "I have two luggages."Luggageis an uncountable noun. Remember, we cannot add an "s" to uncountable nouns.Luggageis a general word for all the containers and bags that we use for travel, such as suitcases, backpacks, duffel bags, etc. But asuitcaseis a specific type of luggage, and it's countable.Also, keep in mind that we can saya suitcase, but we cannot saya luggage, because we don't use the article "a" with uncountable nouns.And you must use a singular verb with uncountable nouns. For example:"His luggage is expensive.""His luggage was lost at the airport."So, we wouldn't say "are expensive" or "were lost". But we can say:"His suitcases are expensive.""His suitcases were lost." (We use a plural verb.)It's sometimes possible to change an uncountable noun to a countable noun by adding a unit word. A unit word is also called a partitive noun. For example, we can say "a piece of" or "an item of". In this case, we can say:"A piece of luggage" or "two pieces of luggage.""Two pieces of luggage were lost at the airport."Suggestion vs. AdviceLet's look at the words suggestion and advice. Can we add an "s" to these words? Which sentence is correct?He gave me two suggestions.He gave me two advices.Suggestionsis countable.Adviceis uncountable. So, it's incorrect to sayadvices.I recently heard a non-native speaker say, "Thank you for your advices." Have you ever said it that way? That's incorrect. You would have to say: "Thank you for your advice."And what if there's more than one advice? If you want to specify the number, in that case, you would say:"He gave me two pieces of advice.""You gave me two very good pieces of advice."Let's listen to the way some other people used it:"If I could give Kate a piece of advice...""Maybe it's a piece of advice, maybe two pieces of advice.""Now, these three pieces of advice are a good start."Andsuggestionis a countable noun. So, we can say: "She gave me some good suggestions," but not "She gave me some good advices."Words, Vocabulary, and SlangLet's look at the next example. Let's look at word versus vocabulary.We can say "I want to learn more words," but we cannot say "I want to learn more vocabularies." You would need to say: "I want to learn more vocabulary." No "s".A similar mistake is the word slang. I have heard my students say "I want to learn English slangs" or "I don't understand American slangs."Slangis considered an uncountable noun, so we cannot add an "s". We would say:"He uses a lot of slang when he talks.""He knows a lot of slang."Or we can say slang words: "He knows a lot of slang words."

获取全部文本资料公众号搜索：yymaster888Have you ever tried to explain your home to someone who has never been there?It's harder than it sounds, isn't it? You want them to see it, feel it, smell it, but words just don't seem enough.Welcome back to the podcast. I'm Henry.And I'm Maria. And today we're talking about something deeply personal: our country, what it means to us, what makes it special, and the little things that tourists never notice.But before we start, Maria, let me ask you something. When I say the word "home", what's the first picture that comes to your mind?Honestly, the smell of my grandmother's kitchen, the sound of street vendors in the morning, the chaos, the warmth...Beautiful. But here's the thing. Most people describe their country like a travel brochure: beautiful beaches, famous landmarks, delicious food.And that's not wrong.No, it's not wrong. But it's shallow. Today, we're going deeper. We're going to tell you what our country feels like, not just what it looks like.I love that. Let's do it.You know, when someone asks me about my country, I don't think about monuments or museums. The first thing that pops into my head is a smell.A smell?Wet earth. The first rain of the season. When the ground's been dry for months and suddenly the rain hits it, that fresh, dusty, alive smell... that's my country to me.I love that. For me, it's sound. The call to prayer echoing through the streets at dawn. Not religious, more like a rhythm, a blanket wrapping around the city.Tourists don't get that. They photograph buildings, but they never feel the morning chill before the sun burns it away. They never hear old men arguing over chess at 7:00 a.m.Exactly. My country is beautiful chaos. I remember walking to school as a kid and the streets were already packed by 6:30. Vendors screaming, bicycles weaving everywhere, overwhelming. But it was ours.Did you ever feel embarrassed by it?Embarrassed?Yeah. When I was younger, I'd watch American movies with their quiet suburbs and think, "Why can't we be like that?"Oh, I felt that, too. When foreign friends visited, I'd apologize for everything: the traffic, the dust, the staring... I'd only show them the polished parts. But here's what I realized. That messiness, that noise, that's not a flaw. That's the soul. My country doesn't apologize for existing. It just is. And there's beauty in that honesty.That's mature. I'm still learning that. But you're right. I don't remember clean places from my childhood. I remember crowded markets, my grandmother shouting at vegetable sellers, diesel fumes mixed with frying onions. So vivid.Funny how the things we found annoying become what we miss most. I moved abroad and the silence was deafening. I'd sit there feeling like something was wrong because I couldn't hear horns honking or neighbors shouting through thin walls.Same. I studied in London and everything was so orderly, so polite. People queued for everything. I kept thinking, "Where's the life?" Beautiful city, but it felt cold, like a postcard.Growing up in a place like ours, you find comfort in chaos. You don't need silence. You need familiar noise, the specific sounds of home.And the flavors. I can't separate my country from street food—the kind that's dangerous for tourists because their stomachs aren't ready.My first food memory isn't a recipe. It's a man on a bicycle with a pot strapped to the back. He'd ring a bell and kids would run out with coins. A paper cone filled with something hot and spicy and unidentifiable. Glorious.Was it safe?Probably not. But that man, that bicycle, that bell... you can't buy that memory. You can't photograph it. You just had to be there.So when you think of your country as a feeling, what comes first?The heat. Not temperature—emotional heat. You can't walk down the street without someone acknowledging you. A nod, a greeting. Invasive sometimes, but deeply human, right?Personal space doesn't exist in my country. Someone stands so close you feel their breath. Drives you crazy at first, but then you realize they're not rude. They're just present, living in the same space, breathing the same air.That's it. We talk about borders and flags, but the real country exists in those moments. The shared experience, the chaos, the noise, the laughter.When we started, I was going to talk about landmarks. But that's not what home is.No, home isn't a location. It's a feeling you carry. And no matter how far you go, it never leaves.So, Henry, what's your earliest memory of home?My grandfather's hands, rough, weathered from working outdoors. Every morning he'd make tea, black tea with too much sugar, and sit on the balcony watching the city wake up. He never said much, but I'd sit beside him, and I felt safe. That's my country. That balcony, that silence between two people who didn't need words.That's beautiful.Yeah, it really is. Let me ask you something, Henry. What does a typical morning look like in your country?Chaos. Pure chaos. Everyone's rushing. No one sleeps past 6:00 a.m. The streets fill up instantly like someone flipped a switch.Same here. But here's what I love about it. There's this unspoken rhythm. You know exactly what time the baker opens, exactly when the traffic gets bad, exactly which neighbor will be at 7:15.Exactly. And visitors hate it. They complain about the noise, the crowds. But for us, that rhythm is comforting. It tells you the world is functioning right.In my country, lunch is sacred. Everything stops between 1 and 3. Shops close, offices empty, everyone goes home to eat with family.That's beautiful. In my country, food is fuel during the day. You grab something quick from a street cart and keep moving. But dinner, that's when time stops.So, the pace changes depending on the meal.Completely. Morning is survival. Evening is connection. You can't understand my country until you've seen a dinner table here: arguments, laughter, multiple conversations at once. It's exhausting, but it's everything.That's the part tourists never see. They visit during the day when everyone's working. They never get invited to dinner. They never see how we actually live.And that's the difference between visiting a country and understanding it. The daily rhythm isn't in guide books. It's in the small things: the way people greet each other, the way they eat, the way they argue about politics at 10:00 p.m.So, if I visited your country, what time should I wake up?5:00 a.m. Trust me, that's when the city is honest. Before the chaos starts, before everyone puts on their masks. Just the old people, the street cleaners, and the early birds. That's the real country.I'll remember that. Okay, Maria, I have to ask you this. If you could only eat one dish from your country for the rest of your life, what would it be?That's cruel. But fine, my grandmother's stew. No recipe. She just throws things together. But somehow it always tastes like childhood, like being sick, and she'd bring you a bowl and suddenly you felt better.I love that. Not fancy, not expensive. Just real. For me, it's street noodles. The kind you get from a cart at midnight. Greasy, spicy, served in a plastic bag with a wooden fork. Absolutely perfect.Restaurant food is performance. Street food is truth. It's what we eat when no one's watching.Exactly. That's the power of food. It's not just taste. It's memory. It's love. It's home. I tried making my grandmother's stew once. Followed everything she did. Tasted completely wrong.Of course it did. That's how grandmothers work. They have magic fingers. We just have fingers.True. But here's what I realized. The food itself doesn't matter as much as who you're eating it with. You can have the best meal in the world alone, and it's forgettable. You can have instant noodles with friends and it's unforgettable.That's so true. Food is just the excuse. The real meal is the...

获取全部文本资料公众号搜索：yymaster888Hello neighbor. Good afternoon. I'm sorry, but have you seen my cat?Hello Sandra. Your cat? Is it a black cat? That's your cat, right?Yes, Rachel is my black cat. She was in my house, but she went out and I don't see her.But it's there. In front of you. The black cat with a hat or something like that.Oh, Rachel. Yeah. I'm sorry. I hadn't seen her. Where were you, Rachel? I have been looking for you, naughty girl. Thank you.You're welcome. Can I ask you a question, please? I just noticed something weird.Sure. You can ask me anything. Something weird? About what?About your cat. I mean, is it wearing a hat? Or what is that? I don't understand.All right. Yeah, that's her hat. She looks beautiful with that. Isn't she?Well, maybe or maybe not. I mean, why does she have to wear clothes? That's not correct. It's a cat. It shouldn't be wearing clothes. I don't think that's correct.With all due respect, she's my cat and she likes wearing her clothes. Don't you see her happy?That's another thing. Why do you call it she? It's not a person. It is a cat.Because she's not just a cat. She's my daughter. My Rachel, she's family.What? That's not true. It's your pet. It's an animal. It's not your daughter. I have a daughter. Her name is Joanna. She's a human, not a cat. That's correct.Well, good for you. I have to go. Thank you, neighbor. Have a nice day.Stop doing that, okay? It's not correct to treat your pet like a human. Thank you.You must be kidding. It's not your problem. It is my cat and I can treat her as I want.Relax, woman. Maybe you're stressed. Take it easy. I just want to help you. I see you here every day. I mean, you don't work, right? You're here at home all day, every day. Maybe that's why you do these kind of things. And again, I just want to help you. You don't need to get angry. Relax.If I work or not, it's not your problem. And just for your information, I work in my house online. And I am sure I make more money in a month than you make in a year, my dear neighbor.Why do you have to treat me like that? You are younger than me. Respect.I can't respect a person like you. You get involved in things that don't concern you.I told you I just want to help you. But you are a very immature girl. And I am sure you don't work. You're lying. You stay here all day in your house with your cat.And what if I do? What if I stay here in my house doing nothing? That's not your problem.Of course I care. This neighborhood is one of the best neighborhoods in the city. The neighbors who have lived here over the years have always been respectable. But times change, right? Nowadays, any young person can buy or rent a house here. No, I don't think you could buy this house. I'm sure you rented it. Am I right?That's not your problem. Leave me alone. You're very disrespectful.Am I? I don't think so. I'm just looking out for the prestige of this neighborhood. Do you live alone? Where are your parents? Did you move with them? I don't think so. And do you have a boyfriend? Are you married or single?You don't care. If you don't go, I will have to call the police, okay? Why are you here? I mean, this is my yard. What are you doing here? Why were you here? What do you want?I just came to see everything is fine because I saw a man leaving your house. And I came here because I needed to know who that man was for the sake of the neighborhood.You're kidding, right? That's not your problem. He's my friend. It's not your problem.Friend? You have a lot of friends. I always see people going in your house. You have to respect this neighborhood and the people who live here. Do you understand?That's enough. I'm going to my house. If you don't leave my yard, I'll call the police.Police? Why? I didn't do anything wrong. I am a good neighbor. But, you didn't answer. Are you married or single? It's important to know that.Again, you don't care. Oh, now I remember you. Your name is Oscar, right? You are the neighbor who always call the police when I make a party in my house.Yes, that's right. Because you make too much noise. I have to do it.Too much noise? It is my house, not yours. You are the only neighbor who complains.That's not my problem. I have to call the police because you make too much noise. That's all. I always see you and you are very weird. You don't work. You don't study. Sandra Carter, I searched your information on internet. I couldn't find it. Why?You searched my information? Why did you do that? I really don't understand.Because I need to know all the neighbors here. So, you're single then. Why are you looking at me like that? Do you like me or what? I will call my wife and she's going to punch you on the face.

获取全部文本资料公众号搜索：yymaster888Have you ever been in a room full of people and felt completely invisible? It's a strange feeling, isn't it? Like you're watching your own life from the outside. Welcome back to the podcast. I'm Henry.And I'm Maria. And today, we're talking about one of the most confusing feelings in the world. A feeling that doesn't care if you're surrounded by friends or sitting completely alone.But before we start, let me ask you something, Maria. When I say the word lonely, what's the first picture that comes to your mind?Honestly, an empty room. Someone sitting by themselves. Maybe an older person with no one to talk to.Right. That's what most of us imagine. But what if I told you that picture is completely wrong?Wrong? How?Because I'm going to tell you about a night I had a few months ago, and I promise you, I was not alone. Picture this. I'm at a restaurant with a group of old friends. The place is packed. Plates are clattering, glasses are clinking. Everyone is talking over each other, telling stories, having a great time.That sounds like a perfect evening.That's what I thought, too. I was joining the conversation. From the outside, everything looked fine.So, what happened?That's the thing. Nothing happened. Nobody argued. Nobody was rude. It was just a normal dinner.Then why does it stick in your mind?Because when I got home, I sat on my bed and stared at the wall for a long time. And I asked myself a question that wouldn't leave me alone. Why do I feel so lonely after spending 3 hours with people I care about?Wow. That's a heavy question.It is. And for a long time, I thought there was something wrong with me. I thought, I have friends, I have a good life, I don't have the right to feel this way.But you did feel that way.Exactly. And that's when I realized something important. Loneliness isn't about being alone. It's about feeling disconnected.Say that again.Loneliness isn't about being alone. It's about feeling disconnected. You can be surrounded by people and still feel like you're on a different planet.That changes everything. Because if that's true, then the solution isn't just to find more people. It's to find deeper connections.And that leads us to the big question. The one that I think about all the time now.What's that?If we're more connected than ever before through phones, social media, messaging apps, why do so many of us still feel so incredibly lonely?That's the million-dollar question, isn't it?It is. And I think the answer might surprise you. Because it has a lot to do with something we all do every single day. Something we think is helping us, but might actually be making things worse.Okay, now you have to tell us. What is it?We're going to get there. But first, I want you to think about your own life. When was the last time you felt truly connected to someone? Not just talking, but really seen and understood.That's a good question. I think we've all had moments where we're having a conversation, but the other person is scrolling through their phone. Or we're with friends, but everyone's just posting photos of the moment instead of actually being in it.Yes, and that's exactly where the problem starts. We're present, but we're not really present. We're together, but we're not really together.Oh, so what do we do about it?That's what we're going to explore in the next part, because I promise you the answer isn't complicated, but it does take courage.Courage? Why courage?Because it means admitting that we're lonely, and that's something most of us are terrified to say out loud.You're right. We'd rather post a happy photo on Instagram than tell a friend we feel empty inside.Exactly. And that's why we're talking about this today, because if we don't talk about it, nothing changes.

获取全部文本资料公众号搜索：yymaster888Can I tell you something that completely caught me off guard last weekend?Now you've got my attention. What happened?I was waiting for my flight. You know how airports are perfect for people watching.Oh, absolutely. You can sit there for 10 minutes and invent a whole life story for every person who walks past.Exactly. I was just killing time. My flight was delayed, so I wasn't doing anything special. Then I started noticing something.What was it?Almost everyone around me seemed to be traveling alone. Not one or two people, dozens.Really?Yeah. There was a young woman completely lost in her novel. A guy quietly eating breakfast. An older man smiling at a paper map like he had all the time in the world. Nobody looked bored. Nobody looked uncomfortable. If anything, they looked surprisingly at peace.That's interesting because I think if we'd seen exactly the same scene 10 years ago, we would have interpreted it very differently.That's what I was thinking. Back then, traveling alone almost sounded like plan B, like nobody else could come, right? People would have whispered, "Oh, that's a little..."Exactly. Now, someone says, "I'm spending 2 weeks in Japan by myself." And people don't feel sorry for them. They say, "Seriously, that sounds amazing."Or, "I wish I had the confidence to do that."Yes. Somewhere along the way, traveling alone stopped looking lonely and started looking brave. That's a huge shift when you think about it. The trip didn't really change. People did.And that's the part I couldn't stop thinking about. What actually changed? Did we suddenly become better at being alone? Or is something much bigger happening beneath the surface?You know what? I don't think this is only a travel story.Neither do I. The more I looked into it, the more solo travel started to feel like a symbol of something much bigger.Freedom, confidence, independence, maybe even discovering who you are when nobody expects you to be anyone.You know, when you buy a blue car and suddenly every car on the road looks blue.Oh, yes. Once you notice something, it suddenly seems to be everywhere.Exactly. So, I asked myself, am I only noticing solo travelers because that airport made me think about them?That's actually a fair question. So, what did you find?I started paying attention over the next few weeks, not on purpose, just naturally. And I kept seeing the same thing: people checking into hotels alone, walking through museums alone, joining city tours alone, even hiking alone.I've noticed something similar online. It feels like every travel creator has a video called "My First Solo Trip."Exactly. At first, I thought social media was just making it look trendy, which it probably does, at least a little.Sure. But then I looked at reports from travel companies and they all pointed in the same direction. More people are choosing to travel by themselves than they were 10 years ago.So this isn't just an internet trend. It's happening in real life, too.Right. And that's what surprised me because nothing about travel has changed dramatically. Planes still fly. Hotels still exist. Tourist attractions are still the same, but the person buying the ticket has changed.Exactly. Years ago, people often asked, "Who's going with you?" Now they ask, "When are you leaving?"That's such a subtle difference, but it says a lot.It really does. Traveling alone has quietly gone from being unusual to being completely normal. And once something becomes normal, people stop asking whether it's strange and start asking whether it's worth trying.I like that because I think that's where we are now. People aren't only curious about the destination anymore. They're curious about the experience itself.Which brings us to the next question. If more people are choosing to go alone, what finally convinced them to stop waiting? And I have a feeling that's where the biggest mindset shift begins.Can I tell you what I think has changed the most?Go for it.I don't think people see travel the same way anymore.How so?Years ago, a trip felt like something you did once everything else in life was sorted out. Finish school, get a stable job, save enough money, then maybe take a vacation. Almost like travel was the reward at the end.Exactly. But I don't think many people see it that way anymore.So what do they see it as?Part of life. Not something you keep postponing until the perfect time.That's interesting because when you really think about it, the perfect time rarely shows up.Right. Life keeps giving you another reason to wait. "I'll go next year. Maybe after I change jobs. Maybe after I save a little more."And before you know it, 5 years have disappeared.Exactly. I think more people are starting to realize that waiting has its own cost.I've never thought about it like that. We usually think traveling costs money, but waiting costs time.And time is the one thing you never get back.That's a good point. Sometimes the bigger risk isn't taking the trip. It's assuming you'll always have another chance. Yes. None of us knows what life will look like in 2 or 3 years. So more people are saying, "If I can go now, why not now?" That feels like a very different mindset. Not impulsive, just more intentional.

Hello everyone, and welcome back to another English podcast!Today, we have a very interesting topic that many people think about, but not everyone likes to talk about. The topic is: Your bad habits are destroying your future.Many people want success. They want more money, a better life, and more opportunities. But sometimes, the biggest problem is not outside—sometimes, the biggest problem is our daily habits.Today, I invited a very special guest. He is a successful entrepreneur who has built several businesses over many years. He has also worked with many professionals, employees, and young entrepreneurs, so he has seen many different lifestyles and habits. Today, he will share his experiences about how small bad habits can slowly destroy a person's future, and also what people can do to change their lives.Thank you very much for joining us today!Thank you very much for inviting me. I am very happy to be here because this is a topic that I believe is extremely important.Many people talk about success, motivation, and money, but very, very few people talk honestly about the small habits that silently destroy people's potential. In my experience as an entrepreneur, I have worked with hundreds of people. Some were very intelligent, very talented, and very creative. But unfortunately, many of them never reached their potential. And the reason was not a lack of intelligence or a lack of opportunity. The real reason was their daily habits.What people do every day slowly shapes their future. The problem is that most bad habits do not look dangerous at first. They feel comfortable; they feel harmless. But over time, they become a powerful force that pushes your life in the wrong direction.For example, imagine someone who says, "I will start tomorrow." One day of procrastination does not seem like a big problem. But when tomorrow becomes next week, and next week becomes next month, suddenly a year has passed and nothing has changed. This is how bad habits work: they are small in the beginning, but their consequences grow over time.That is very interesting. Many people think their problems are big events, like losing a job or failing a project. But you are saying the real problem often starts with small daily habits.Exactly. Most people think success or failure happens in one big moment, but that is not true. Success and failure are usually the result of thousands of small decisions.Let me give you an example from my early career. When I was younger, I worked with two colleagues in the same company. Both of them were intelligent and had good opportunities, but their habits were very different.The first person had a habit of learning something new every day. He read books, listened to educational podcasts, and always asked questions. He was curious about business, technology, and personal development.The second person had a different habit. After work, he spent many hours watching random videos online, scrolling on social media, and complaining about his job.Both of them started in the same position. But five years later, their lives were completely different. The first person became a manager and later started his own company. The second person stayed in the same position and felt frustrated about his life. The difference was not intelligence; it was daily habits.That is a powerful example, because many people can recognize themselves in those situations.Yes, and this is something I see again and again. People underestimate the power of small actions repeated every day.There is a simple principle I like to share: Your habits are building your future, whether you realize it or not. Every day, you are either improving your life or slowly damaging it.For example, if someone spends two hours every day learning a skill, reading, or improving their knowledge, that person will become much stronger in 5 years. But if someone spends two hours every day doing nothing useful, those hours disappear forever.People often say they don't have time. But when we look carefully, we usually discover that time is not the problem. The real problem is how people use their time.That reminds me of something many students say. They say they want to learn English or start a project, but they feel tired or distracted after work.That is a very common situation, and it is closely related to modern habits. Today, we live in a world full of distractions: phones, social media, endless videos, constant notifications. These things are designed to capture your attention, and the more time people spend in these distractions, the less energy they have for meaningful activities.For example, imagine a person who comes home after work and says, "I will relax for 10 minutes and check my phone."10 minutes become 30 minutes.30 minutes become 2 hours.Suddenly, the evening is gone.Now imagine this happens every day:2 hours per day is 14 hours per week.14 hours per week is more than 700 hours per year.700 hours per year is enough time to learn a new language, develop a professional skill, or even start a small business! But most people never realize how much time disappears because of a small habit.That is a very powerful way to think about it. When you calculate the time like that, it becomes very clear how habits shape the future.Exactly. Time is the most valuable resource we have. Money can be recovered, opportunities can appear again, but time only moves forward.One of the biggest mistakes I see in young professionals is believing they have unlimited time. They think, "I will start improving my life later." But "later" often becomes "never." And this is why habits are so important.Habits are like the direction of a ship. If the direction is slightly wrong, the ship will slowly move far away from its destination. At first, the difference looks small, but after many years, the difference becomes enormous.Another bad habit that destroys many futures is procrastination. Procrastination means delaying important tasks even when you know they are important. People often procrastinate because they feel uncomfortable starting difficult work. Instead, they choose easier activities that give quick pleasure.

获取全部文本资料公众号搜索：yymaster888Is it in or on? Is it for or from? Is it by or with? English prepositions can be so confusing. Even my most advanced students often tell me that prepositions are their biggest struggle. As many of you know, I teach the American accent to professionals who are quite fluent in English, and they use English every day at work, but they still struggle with using the correct preposition.Prepositions don't always follow clear rules, and they don't often translate directly from your native language. And some prepositions don't make any sense. For example, why do we say Christmas is in December, but Christmas is on December 25th? Why do we say in Los Angeles, but at the post office?I will teach you some of the most common mistakes. I will start with some easier rules, and then later in the video, the rules and the patterns will get more advanced. And I will give you a chance to test yourself as we go. Okay, let's get started.Part 1: Place Prepositions ("In" vs. "At")Let's start with an easy one. Let's look at in versus at when we're talking about places. Why do we say in New York, but at the airport?We use in for larger areas. For example, I live in Los Angeles. She works in New York. We also use in for enclosed spaces. They are in the room. They're inside the room. He's in the building.And we use at for specific locations, especially when we think of being at a place for an activity or for a purpose. For example, I'm at the market. I'm there to do the shopping. He's at the bus stop. They're at the restaurant.Let's compare these two examples. What is the difference in meaning?Let's meet at the restaurant.Let's meet in the restaurant.If I say at the restaurant, I mean at that location. We're going there to eat. That's an activity. However, I'm not specifying if we're going to meet in front of the restaurant or in the parking lot or inside the restaurant. But, if I say, let's meet in the restaurant, that means inside the restaurant, not outside, inside the physical building.Here's another example. I saw her when I was at the market. I was there shopping. I can't talk right now. I'm in the market, but I will call you back as soon as I get out. You see the difference?Part 2: Addresses ("On" vs. "At")Let's look at another confusing prepositions pattern. Let's look at on and at with addresses.When we mention just the name of the street, we say on. She lives on Main Street. My office is on Washington Boulevard. But, when we add the number of the street, we use at. She lives at 537 Main Street. The office is at 1356 Washington Boulevard. So, on if you just say the name of the street, and at if you give the full address with the number.I remember there used to be a billboard, an advertisement for a car dealership in Los Angeles. It said, "in Santa Monica, on Santa Monica." Do you understand that? Native speakers do. It means that it's in the city of Santa Monica. For cities, we use the preposition in, and native speakers understand that on means on Santa Monica Boulevard. So, the advertisement was saying that you can find this car dealership in the city of Santa Monica on Santa Monica Boulevard.But, remember, with very specific locations, we use at. At the intersection of, at the corner of. Let's meet at the corner of Broadway and Wall Street.Part 3: Dates ("In" vs. "On")Let's look at another confusing prepositions rule. Let's look at dates.If we only say the month, we say in. In July, in August, in September. But, when we add a specific day of the month, we say on. On July 4th, on August 22nd, and so on. So, we would say, her birthday is in April. Her birthday is on April 10th.Part 4: Adjectives Followed by PrepositionsOkay, and now it's going to get a little more advanced. Let's look at some adjectives followed by prepositions. And these are some very common mistakes.Good / Bad / Terrible + AtLet's look at the adjectives good and bad. What do we say in this case?I'm good math. He's good tennis.Which preposition do we use? We use at. I'm good at math. He's good at tennis.And let's look at bad. It follows the same pattern. Bad at. I'm bad at remembering names, but I'm good at recognizing faces. He's bad at understanding fast speech, but he's good at reading English.And terrible follows the same pattern. Terrible at. I'm terrible at remembering names.Known + ForLet's look at some more adjectives that follow prepositions. Let's look at known. We can say, he's well known. He's known his scientific research. Do you know the correct preposition? You say it.Did you say known for? If you did, good job. That's a hard one. Known for means famous for something, recognized for a skill or for a characteristic. We can say, she's known for her beautiful voice. This restaurant is known for its pasta. Who is he, and what is he known for?Married / Engaged + ToHere's another common mistake with the preposition followed by an adjective. Married. She's married John. What's the correct answer? You say it.Did you say to? Yes, that's correct. She's married to John, not she's marriedwithJohn.And engaged is the same when two people agree to get married. Engaged to. He's engaged to Emily. She got engaged to her high school sweetheart. Married to, engaged to. Notwith.Disappointed + In / WithLet's go on to the next one. Let's look at disappointed. This one has two possible answers depending on the meaning.I'm disappointed you.I'm disappointed the film.Different preposition is required. If I say I'm disappointed you, which preposition should I use? In. I'm disappointed in you. I'm disappointed in you for lying to me. Disappointed in when it's a person. I'm disappointed in myself for failing the exam.But, look at this example. I'm disappointed the movie. A movie is a thing, not a person. So, what would we say in that case? Which preposition would we use? I'm disappointed with. I'm disappointed with the movie. When we're talking about things or situations or results, we would use with. I was disappointed with the hotel. They are disappointed with the quality of the product. So, remember, disappointed in a person, disappointed with a thing.Absent + FromLet's look at another adjective, absent. He was absent work yesterday. What is the correct preposition? You say it.Absent from. He was absent from work yesterday. He's been absent from class 3 days this month.Dressed + InLet's go on to the next one. This one is also confusing. Dressed. Why are you dressed black? You're wearing all black. What do we say? Dressed.Dressed in. He's dressed in black. He's dressed in an elegant suit. Dressed in.Composed + OfLet's go on to the next one. Actually, this one may not be that hard. I have a feeling many of you know this one. Composed. Water is composed hydrogen and oxygen. What do we say?Composed of. The team is composed of strong players. Did you know that one? I have a feeling you did.Part 5: Verbs with Prepositions ("Made")Okay, now let's look at some verbs with prepositions. Let's look at the verb to make in the passive voice, made. It can have three possible prepositions with three meanings. We can say made of, made from, or made out of. They're slightly different.We use made from when the original material is changed or transformed, and you can't clearly see it anymore. For example, paper is made from wood. Wine is made from grapes. We would not say wine is made of grapes or out of grapes. Cheese is made from milk.Let's look at made of. We use made of when the original material is still visible or it's recognizable in the final product. For example, the table is made of wood.Let's compare these two sentences:Paper is made from wood.The table is made of wood.You see the difference? Wine is made from grapes. We can't see the grapes anymore, but the ring is made of gold. We still see the gold. Cheese is made from milk. The house is made of bricks.

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But then I started noticing the same conversation everywhere, on podcasts, in interviews, even on social media.I've noticed it, too. It feels like more and more people in their 20s are saying, "I want love, but I'm not sure about marriage."Exactly. And that's what surprised me. They're not saying they never want a relationship. They're questioning marriage itself.So naturally, I started wondering, is this just something people talk about online, or is there actually a bigger shift happening? It turns out there is. Across many countries, people are getting married later than previous generations, and in some places, fewer people are getting married at all.That's a huge cultural shift. For a long time, getting married was seen as the next step in life. You finished school, found a job, got married, and eventually started a family.Now that timeline doesn't seem as automatic anymore.Exactly. Today, many young adults are focusing on building a career, improving their mental health, traveling, or simply figuring out who they are before making a lifelong commitment.And here's something important. This doesn't necessarily mean Gen Z has stopped believing in love.Right.In fact, many of them still want deep, meaningful relationships. They're just asking a different question.Instead of asking, "When should I get married?" they're asking, "Does marriage actually make sense for the life I want?"And honestly, that's a very different conversation.It is. So, if people still believe in love, why are so many of them hesitating when it comes to marriage?You know what I find fascinating?What?If we had this conversation 30 or 40 years ago, it probably wouldn't even exist.You're right. Back then, marriage wasn't something most people questioned. It was simply part of growing up.Almost like an unwritten life plan.Exactly. You finished school, found a job, got married, started a family, and that was considered a successful life.But somewhere along the way, that script started to change.It did, and I don't think one single event caused it. The world itself became very different.Different how?Well, think about it. Careers aren't as predictable anymore. People move more often. Technology changed how we meet, how we communicate, and even how we think about relationships.So, Gen Z didn't just inherit a different dating culture.They inherited a completely different world.That actually explains a lot.It does. Every generation makes decisions based on the world they're living in, not the one their parents grew up in.So, maybe comparing Gen Z to previous generations isn't entirely fair.Exactly. They're playing by a completely different set of rules.And once you understand those new rules, their decisions start making a lot more sense.So, let's look at those changes one by one. Can I ask you something?Of course.If you met the right person tomorrow, someone you truly loved, would you feel ready to get married?Honestly, I don't know.Really?Yeah, and I don't think it would have anything to do with love.Then what would stop you?I'd start asking myself a hundred practical questions. Can we afford a home? What if one of us loses our job? Are we financially stable enough? What happens if things don't go as planned?That's interesting, because those aren't relationship questions.Exactly.They're life questions. And I think that's one of the biggest differences today. For many young adults, marriage isn't just an emotional commitment anymore. It's a financial one, too.Everything seems more expensive than it used to be.Housing costs have gone up. Living expenses have increased. Many people are still paying off student loans or trying to build a career before they even think about settling down.So, when older generations ask, "Why don't they just get married?" Gen Z is often thinking, "How can we when we're still trying to build a stable life?"That changes the whole conversation.It really does. Marriage hasn't become less meaningful. If anything, the stakes feel higher than ever.Because now people feel like they need to have everything figured out before they can say, "I'm ready."

获取全部文本资料公众号搜索：yymaster888Repeat with me. Don't just listen. I'm going to ask you something, and I want you to answer me honestly, without trying to change the story or avoid the question. Who was that boy?What are you talking about? What boy? I don't understand that.You're kidding, right? Who was that boy you were hugging outside the cinema?Um... well... Dad, it's not what you think it is. And I feel like you're already imagining something worse than what actually happened.Yeah? Then help me understand it. Because what I saw was very clear. I saw my daughter hugging a boy in a way that didn't look like a simple hello. After you told me you were going out with only your friends. And you said it was just girls.I know what I said. But things changed when we got there. And I didn't expect that situation to happen the way it did. Please.What do you mean things changed? Be specific, Emily. Because right now it sounds like you are trying to find the right words to make your story sound better.Okay. One of my friends invited him without telling me first. And when we got there, he was already there with them. And I didn't want to make a big deal in front of everyone.So, now the story is that one of your friends invited him, and you had no idea before you arrived? That's different from what you said a minute ago, don't you think?I'm just trying to explain everything. But you don't even let me finish before you judge me.I'm not judging you without reason. I'm reacting to what I saw and what you told me. And let me tell you that those two things don't match. That's the problem.It wasn't planned by me, okay? I didn't organize it. I didn't know. And I didn't think it was going to be a problem because we were all together.And the hug? Was that also not planned? Because that didn't look like something casual or uncomfortable. That looked natural, like something you have done before.We... we just greeted each other like that. Some people hug. It's normal.Not like that, Emily. Not like what I saw. Don't try to make it sound smaller than it is, Emily. I'm going to ask you again, and this time I want a clear answer. Why did you tell me you were only going out with girls if there was a boy involved?Ah... because I knew you were going to react exactly like this. And I didn't want to have this argument before even going out. That's it.So, your solution was to lie to me and hope I would never find out? Is that what you thought was a good idea? I can't believe it, Emily.I didn't... I didn't think it was a lie. I just didn't say everything.That is the definition of lying, Emily. When you hide important information because you know the truth will create a reaction, that is still a lie.I didn't want problems. I just wanted to go out, relax, watch a movie, and have a normal time with my friends without feeling controlled.And now look at the result. You didn't avoid problems, you made them bigger. Because now it's not only about the boy, it's also about trust. You get that?It's not fair that I can't have a normal life just because you assume the worst about everything.This is not about controlling your life. This is about protecting you, Emily. Protecting you from situations you don't fully understand yet, even if you think you do.What? I do understand more than you think. I'm not a child anymore.You are 17, Emily. You're not a child, but you are also not fully an adult. You are in the middle. And that is exactly when people make the biggest mistakes.So what? That means I can't have male friends? I can't talk to boys? I can't go out with them in a group? That's what you're saying, Dad?No, of course not. I didn't say you can't have friends. Listen carefully. I said I don't want you getting close to boys in a way that can turn into something more, especially when I don't know anything about them.That's the problem. You don't know anything about him because you don't even try to know him.Because I don't trust easily. And I have my reasons for that, believe me. When I was your age, I saw many situations that looked innocent at the beginning, but ended badly. Boys pretending to be nice. Boys saying they only wanted friendship, but they wanted something else. And many girls believed them because they trusted too fast.I... I understand that. But not everyone is like that, and you know that. You can't put everyone in the same group just because of your past experiences.Uh... all right. Maybe not everyone, but enough to be careful. And I prefer to be careful than to regret something later. Although, you don't understand.But that... you're not being careful. You're being unfair. You're deciding who he is without even talking to him, without even asking me properly.Then, tell me properly. Who is he? Where did you meet him? What do you know about him that makes you trust him like that? Tell me.

获取全部文本资料公众号搜索：yymaster888Hi, I'm Lisa.People who are truly fluent in English can easily understand the vocabulary and the expressions in news articles. And they not only know the meaning of the words, but they can pronounce them correctly.I selected this specific article because it has a lot of good vocabulary that advanced learners of English should know. And it contains some words that my students often mispronounce.The article is from the Los Angeles Times newspaper. It talks about some recent news about Elon Musk. I think most people know who he is. He's the owner of SpaceX, Tesla, X, formerly Twitter, and other companies.After we learn the words, I will pause to give you a chance to repeat so that you can practice your pronunciation. There's a lot to learn in this video.Let's get started.The headline of the article is:“Elon Musk becomes world's first trillionaire. Here's what 1 trillion can buy.”And the first sentence of the article says:“Catapulted by the market debut of his rocket company SpaceX, Elon Musk is now the world's first trillionaire.”You know the word millionaire and billionaire, and there's also trillionaire.This is a million, and a billion is 1 followed by 9 zeros, and a trillion is 1 followed by 12 zeros. So, 1 million millions is a trillion.And the article says:“If you were to put the money together, it would go to the moon and back over 200 times.”The article also says it would be $122 for every person on Earth.Let's look at the pronunciation of some words.This is a word that most non-native speakers struggle with. Have you been pronouncing it correctly? Let me teach you how to say it perfectly.Look at the W and the R. We're going to ignore the O, and we're going to say “were.” So, the O is silent.Were.And then, we put a schwa sound between the R and the L.Earl. Earl.You can visualize it like this:World. World.But don't say “old,” just say “old.”World. World.Or maybe this helps:World. World.You say it.Say this:All over the world.It's a worldwide company.You say it.And now, you can say it perfectly.Let's look at the TR of this word.We don't say “truh,” we say “truh.” The TR combination changes the sound a little bit.Repeat after me:Try.Trust.Training.Or in the middle of the word:Control.We don't say “control,” we say “control.”Introduce.Attractive.Atrocious.Do you know what atrocious means? It means horrible, awful.And now, let's say the word together:Trillionaire.And now, let's say the whole phrase:World's first trillionaire.You say it.Let's look at this sentence from the article:“Catapulted by the market debut of his rocket company SpaceX, Elon Musk is now the world's first trillionaire.”If you speak a European language, you probably know the meaning of this verb. It's usually the same word because it comes from Greek and Latin.To catapult.A catapult was originally a machine that launched rocks or other objects through the air. A catapult launches a stone.And the verb “to catapult” means to throw or to launch rapidly, but it's also used figuratively.And in this case, it means to cause someone to rise or to advance very quickly to a higher level of success or fame or wealth.To launch powerfully, we can say:His success catapulted him to fame.The invention catapulted the company to success.And in this sentence, it means that the success of SpaceX caused Elon Musk's wealth to increase dramatically.Let's look at the pronunciation of this word.Have you been pronouncing it correctly?It's pronounced debut. Debut.It's day plus b plus u. The t is silent.Debut.And a debut is the first appearance or the first launch. The first time that something is released or made available to the public.For example, we can say:“The new smartphone made its debut last week.”Or:“The actor made his debut in the film.”And if we add an ing, the t is still silent.We say:“Debuting.”They are debuting it.Apple is debuting the new iPhone next month.And how do we pronounce this verb if we add an ed? If it's in the past tense.Do you think the t is silent still?Yes, it is. It's still silent.Debuted.The film debuted last week.In this article, market debut is talking about the stock market. The first time a company's stock is offered for sale to the public on the stock exchange.We will look at some advanced vocabulary in the next paragraph, but let's stay with pronunciation and accent just a little bit longer.Let's learn a rule about word stress.Let's look at these two words.They're two words that represent one thing. It's one company. That's a compound noun.We stress the first word and we say it like this:Rocket company. Rocket company.We don't say “rocket company.”So, when we have two words with one meaning, we stress the first word.Other compound nouns are:Football. Football.We don't say “football,” we say “football.”And we can say:Football game.That's a compound noun in a compound noun.Cell phone.We stress the first word. Two words representing one object.And how about this? How do we say this?You say it.Cell phone number. Cell phone number.Make sure that you say it as one unit.Repeat after me:Please give me your cell phone number.So, how do we say this word?You say it.Rocket company.

获取全部文本资料公众号搜索：yymaster888Hey everyone, welcome back. I'm River.And I'm Emma.Emma, okay, something kind of strange happened to me yesterday at a family dinner.Good strange or bad strange?Just strange. Everyone was talking over each other. You know how family dinners go.Oh, completely chaotic.Right. But there was this one guy sitting there not saying a word, and I honestly forgot he was there for a while. Then at some point he just said something, one sentence.And?The whole table went quiet. Everyone stopped and listened to him.Huh. What did he say?That's the thing. I can't even remember exactly, but the way people reacted, it just stuck with me the whole drive home.Why do you think that happened though?That's exactly what I kept asking myself. Like, why does the quietest person in the room sometimes end up being the most interesting one?You know, I used to think the complete opposite when I was younger.Same. If someone was confident, had an answer for everything, never paused, I just assumed they were the smart one.Exactly. It felt like talking a lot meant knowing a lot.And then you get older and you start noticing it doesn't always work that way.I had a teacher, this is going back a few years. He almost never talked during class. Like, students would debate something and he'd just sit there.That sounds a little terrifying, honestly.It kind of was, but then he'd wait until everyone finished and then he'd say maybe two sentences, and somehow those two sentences made everything click.That's wild because you'd think the person saying the most would be teaching.Right, but it was the opposite. He said less and somehow landed harder.Okay, so here's what I found out. There's actually a psychological reason for this, and it surprised me a bit.Go on.So our brains have this habit of confusing confidence with intelligence. Like if someone speaks fast, never hesitates, sounds totally sure of themselves, we just assume they know what they're talking about.Even if they don't.Oh, I've definitely been fooled by that. Some people can talk so much, and then you replay the conversation later and think, wait, what did they actually say?Nothing. They said nothing, just confidently.Exactly. But here's the flip side. Smart people, a lot of them, they think before they speak, not while they speak.So the pause isn't empty. The pause is the work.Yes. We feel this pressure to fill silence. Like if you're quiet for two seconds, something's wrong. But a lot of intelligent people just aren't bothered by that silence.They're using it.Exactly.This reminds me of something from university actually.What happened?There was this one student, always had his hand up, always talking. The professor knew his name on day one.The guy who asks three questions every lecture.Exactly that guy. Everyone assumed he was going to ace everything.Let me guess, the exams told a different story.There was a girl who sat near the back. Barely spoke. And when results came out, she topped the class. By a lot.That's kind of a gut punch if you think about it. We spend so much time noticing the loudest voice and completely miss the deepest thinker.Volume isn't the same as value, but our brains treat it like it is.Okay, so is there actual science behind this?There is. And the part that surprised me most, people who score higher in emotional intelligence tend to spend more time listening than talking.Like research? Because they're trying to understand the other person first?Instead of thinking, "What do I say next?" they're thinking, "What is this person actually trying to tell me?"That probably also means they say fewer things they regret later.Almost certainly. And there's another finding: our brains actually process more when we're listening carefully than when we're talking.So the quiet person in a conversation might be getting more out of it than everyone else.While everyone else is busy trying to sound smart.Okay, that's a little humbling.A little bit, yeah.Can I tell you about a manager I had?Please.So meetings at this place were kind of intense. Everyone competing to sound like they had the best idea. And this manager just sat there, listening.People probably thought he was disengaged.Oh, definitely. And then when he finally spoke, everyone shut up.Immediately. No one interrupted him. And it wasn't because he was the boss, it was because everyone knew he'd actually been thinking the whole time.His words carried more weight because they weren't just filling space.Psychologists have actually looked at this. When someone pauses before answering, people perceive that as careful thinking. It signals that you took it seriously.So the pause itself communicates something.It does.So just to be clear, this isn't about being shy.Not at all.A lot of quiet people simply don't feel the need to comment on everything.Not every thought needs to become a sentence.They choose when to speak. They ask questions. They watch what's happening around them. And weirdly, they often know more because of it.Listening isn't passive. It's actually doing something most people have forgotten how to do.Okay, can I give everyone a small experiment to try?I like where this is going.

获取全部文本资料公众号搜索：yymaster888Dad, I really need to talk to you. And I don't want to hide anything this time.I've been feeling this for a long time. But I keep telling myself that it was normal, that it would pass, that I just needed to be stronger.But now I feel different. I feel tired in a way that sleep doesn't fix. And I think I'm reaching a limit.Sit down, son. Take your time. I can see something is heavy on your mind. And I want to understand everything.What's going on?I think I want to quit my job. But I'm also afraid of doing it.Okay. Start from the beginning. Tell me what your normal day looks like. I want to see your life through your eyes.All right.My day starts before the sun comes up. I wake up around 5:30, sometimes even earlier. And the first thing I feel is pressure.Not motivation.Not energy.Pressure.I check my phone, and I already have emails, messages, and tasks waiting for me.Before I even leave my bed, my mind is already working.Then I rush to get ready. I don't eat properly most days, and I go to work thinking about everything I have to do.When I arrive, it doesn't stop. It's like entering a machine that never slows down.Emails come non-stop. Meetings start one after another, and every task feels urgent, like everything is a priority at the same time.The problem is not just the amount of work. It's how it is managed.There's no clear system. Sometimes I start a task, and suddenly my boss gives me another one and says, "It's more important."Then another person comes and asks for something urgent too.So I end up doing many things at the same time. But I don't feel like I finish anything properly.That sounds chaotic.Do they give you clear instructions?Not always.Many times I have to guess what they want. And if I make a mistake, they don't say, "Let's fix it."They say, "Why did you do it wrong?"Like I should already know everything.Tell me more about your boss. This is important.He's very demanding. And I understand that part.But he doesn't recognize effort. If you do ten things well and one thing wrong, he only talks about the mistake.And when he's stressed, he talks in a way that makes you feel small, like nothing you do is enough.

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获取全部文本资料公众号搜索：yymaster888Hello and welcome.This episode might make some people uncomfortable.And that's okay.Today we're talking about technology. Not just phones, apps, or social media, but how technology has changed our lives, our minds, and our behavior.Technology has helped us in many ways, but it has also taken more control than we'd like to admit.I'm here with someone who knows this world from the inside. He's a former executive from one of the biggest technology companies in the world.Thank you for being here and for being willing to speak openly.Thank you for inviting me.And I want to be honest from the beginning. I loved technology. I still do in many ways.But after years inside that system, I started seeing things that made me uncomfortable. Things people need to understand.Okay, let's start simple.When you look at our lives today, how has technology changed us?Technology has changed everything.The way we work, the way we communicate, the way we think, and even the way we feel.We can talk to anyone in the world in seconds. We can learn almost anything for free.That is powerful. That is beautiful.But at the same time, technology changed our relationship with time and attention.We are faster, but also more distracted.We are connected, but often more lonely.Technology didn't just enter our lives. It slowly became the center of them.And that's true.Many people don't even remember how life felt before constant notifications.And we need to be fair.Technology has helped millions of people.It created jobs.It gave voices to people who had none.It allowed education to reach places it never reached before.From a business perspective, technology solved real problems.I saw doctors saving lives using technology.I saw small businesses growing thanks to the internet.These things matter.Technology itself is not evil.I agree.Many of us are here learning, working, and connecting because of technology.But here is where things get complicated.When something helps you too much, you kind of stop using your own skills.We stopped remembering phone numbers.We stopped being bored.We stopped being alone with our thoughts.Inside big tech companies, we talked a lot about engagement.Not happiness.Not well-being.

获取全部文本资料公众号搜索：yymaster888Hello everyone and welcome back to our podcast. I am your host River.And I am Emma.Today, we are excited to explore some engaging English expressions and useful vocabulary that will enrich your language skills.That is right. We will go beyond traditional textbook explanations and examine how native speakers actually use these expressions in everyday conversations.Precisely. You will hear authentic, natural English as it is spoken in real life.So, we are going to watch a short movie clip and then break it down together.Exactly. We will play the clip, highlight the key English expressions and vocabulary used by the characters, and explain how native speakers naturally employ them in real-life situations.This way, you will not only learn the phrases, but also understand the context and intonation behind them. Shall we begin?"Where have you been all these years?"Character 1: I've got to start with a question that is on everyone's mind. Where have you been all these years?Character 2: Well, it's a complicated story. I was a research scientist studying genetic sequencing when one of my experiments went wrong.Welcome back, friends. The key expression we are focusing on today is "Where have you been all these years?"This is a natural and emotionally expressive question used when someone reappears after a long absence. It conveys surprise, curiosity, and sometimes relief or mild reproach. Native speakers use it when reconnecting with old friends, family members, or acquaintances after many years.For example: "Wow, Jenny, where have you been all these years? I haven't seen you since high school."For example: "Where have you been all these years, man? We've missed you at our reunions.""Get" (e.g., Get a road manager)Character 1: Eh, I thought he looked puffy. Did they blow dry his fur? This is why I've been saying he needs a full-time road manager.Character 2: Uh-huh, let me guess. You're putting yourself up for the job.Character 1: Naturally. I've got an eye for showbiz, the glitz, the glamour.Character 2: Maybe he should get a road manager who doesn't have fleas.Character 1: Hey.Welcome back, friends. "Get a road manager." Let's learn how native people use "get" in everyday English."Get a road manager" means hire or find someone to do that job. In this case, it's said in a funny way because of the fleas comment.Yes, native people use "get" in many casual ways. For example: "I need to get a new phone."For example: "They decided to get a tour guide for their trip."(Clip excerpt)Character: ...for days. You're going to pardon. You're going to pardon. You're going to pardon. Hey, YOU'RE GOING TO PARDON. YOU GOT A JET. YOU GOT A JET. YOU GOT A JET.Character: OH, SHUT UP.Character: YOU GET A BOOK. You get a book. And you get a book.Character: Yeah. Tell me about it."Look on the bright side"Character 1: I grew up assuming my parents would be together forever. But that sure didn't happen.Character 2: Maybe the problem is expecting too much from other people.Character 1: I don't know. I just thought things would finally be normal, but they're not. Suddenly he's famous and everybody wants something from him.Character 2: Look on the bright side. People love your dad. He makes them happy.Welcome back, friends. Did you notice "look on the bright side"? What does it mean?Yes, it means to focus on the positive aspect of a situation instead of the negative.For example: "I lost my job, but look on the bright side, I can finally start my own business."For example: "The weather is rainy, but look on the bright side, the plants need water."Do you always see the bright side?Character: Bright side? You can start running with that again. You're fine. Ding. This is your stop. See you later."Pathetic"Character 1: Hey, Emma. I was thinking well, maybe we could go to the movies sometime. Like on a date or whatever. Ah, I'm pathetic.Friends, welcome you back. Did you notice the word pathetic at the end? Let's break it down.Yes, pathetic means sad, weak, or deserving pity. In this clip, the character says it about himself because he feels embarrassed after failing to ask Emma out smoothly.For example: "I forgot my lines on stage. I felt so pathetic." It means he felt embarrassed and useless about himself.For example: "He gave up after one try. That's just pathetic." It means that behavior is weak and disappointing.Character 1: They fed you.Character 2: You make me sound pathetic.Character 1: You were pretty pathetic in the Fenders veggie.Character 2: Fender's Frost collection is pathetic. Well, no, it's beautiful. I'm pathetic. You get it.Character 1: I get it. I'm...

获取全部文本资料公众号搜索：yymaster888Welcome to today's podcast. Today's episode is very special. Because we're not talking about theory or motivation quotes. We're talking about a real story. A story about struggle, mistakes, fear, sacrifice, and growth.Today, I'm sitting with someone who became a millionaire. But not because he was lucky. Not because he was born rich. And not because things were easy. Thank you so much for being here. To start, I want to ask you something simple, but very important. Who are you? And where did your story begin?Thank you for having me. My story began in a place most people don't imagine when they hear the word millionaire. I was born in a very poor neighborhood. Not "we had little money" poor, but real poverty. Sometimes there was no food in the house. Sometimes the electricity was cut. I shared one small room with my brothers. And my parents were always worried. I remember my mother crying quietly at night, thinking we were asleep.That kind of childhood stays with you. It shapes the way you see the world. When I was a kid, I didn't dream about being rich. I dreamed about stability. About not being afraid of tomorrow. About opening the fridge and knowing there will be food. Those dreams were simple but very powerful. They became the fuel that pushed me forward later in life.That sounds very hard. When did you start working?Very early. I was around 12 years old when I got my first informal job. I cleaned shoes, carried bags, helped people at the market. I didn't do it because I wanted extra money for fun. I did it because my family needed it.While other kids played, I learned responsibility. While others complained about homework, I learned how tiring real work can be. But here is something important: working early didn't make me successful. It made me tired. What changed my life was not working more, but thinking differently later.Did you study at the university?Yes. But not in the way people imagine. I entered university with hope, but also fear. I didn't understand many things. I felt inferior. Many students came from better families, better schools, and had connections.I failed exams. I repeated classes. At one point, I almost quit. I remember sitting alone thinking, "Maybe this life is not for me." And here is the truth many people don't like to hear: I failed many times. I was not special. I was not the best student. I was just stubborn enough to continue.When did you start making money on your own?Not fast. And not successfully at first. My first business failed completely. I lost money I didn't really have. I borrowed from friends. Some supported me; others laughed. I remember one person saying, "You should stop dreaming. This is not for people like us." That sentence hurt deeply. But it also stayed in my mind every time I wanted to quit. I tried again and again. Some small successes came, but they disappeared quickly because I didn't know how to manage money. Nobody teaches you that when you're poor. You think money will save you. But if you don't respect it, it leaves.Was there a moment that changed everything?Yes. One moment. I was exhausted, broke again, and emotionally empty. I met a man much older than me. He was not rich, but he was calm. He asked me one question:"Do you want money, or do you want skills?"That question hit me hard. I realized I was chasing money, not value. From that day, I focused on learning sales, communication, leadership, and problem-solving. I read books slowly, many times. I listened more than I spoke. I stopped trying to look successful and started trying to be useful.What did you have to sacrifice?A lot. Friends, comfort, nights out, sometimes family time. Not because I didn't love them, but because I had to choose. Many people don't talk about this part. Success is lonely before it is visible.There were years where nobody believed in me. People only see the results, not the silence. I missed birthdays. I worked weekends. I said no many times, and every "no" hurt, but it built discipline. And discipline changed my life more than motivation ever did.When did things finally work?Slowly. Very slowly. One project worked better than expected. Then another. Then I learned how to reinvest, not spend. I learned how to build teams, not to do everything alone. Money came as a result, not as a goal.The day I realized I was a millionaire was not exciting. I didn't celebrate. I just sat quietly and remembered where I came from. I thought about my mother, about the fridge, about fear, and I felt peace, not happiness.What advice would you give to someone listening right now?Stop comparing your chapter one to someone else's chapter 20.Understand that money is not the goal. Freedom is.

获取全部文本资料公众号搜索：yymaster888Hello everyone, and welcome back to Listen Speak Academy.We are going to do another lesson today. It is A2 level today.Randy is going to the shopping mall and wants to shop for some new shoes.We will listen to some slow and simple English, followed by some focus on vocabulary.This is followed by shadowing and repeating exercises.Enjoy your lesson and pay attention.Hello, welcome to the shop.I need new shoes.Great. What kind are you looking for?I need two pairs today. I need one pair for work. I also need one pair for the gym.We can certainly help with that.I do a lot of walking at work, and I lift weights at the gym.I have just the right sections for you. Let's look at work shoes first.I want something black and professional.These leather shoes are very popular.Are they heavy?No, they are very lightweight.That is good for long days.They have extra cushion inside, too.I like the style of these. Can I try a size 10 in black?Let me check for you. Here is the size 10 in black.They feel a bit tight.Hmm, is it not wide enough, or the length?My toes feel a little squeezed.Let's try a size 10 and a half.These feel much better. I can move my toes now.Do they slip at the heel?They stay perfectly in place. I will definitely take this pair.Now, let's find your gym shoes.I want something with good grip.These yellow sneakers are great for the gym.I like the bright color.They have a flat sole for lifting.That is exactly what I need.Should we stay with the 10 and a half size?Let's try that size first.Here you go. Give them a try.These feel very stable on the floor. I will walk around a little bit.How is the arch support?Feels very firm and supportive.These shoes are also water-repellent.Oh, really? That is amazing.Yes, water slides right off them.That is perfect for rainy days.They are very breathable, too.The mesh lets air in. I really like them. I will take these as well.You picked two great pairs.I am happy with the choices.I have some good news for you.What is that?We have a buy-two special today.Is there a discount?Yes, you get 20% off the total.That is a wonderful deal.It saves you a lot of money.I love finding a good sale.Let us go to the register.Here are both pairs of shoes.The total for both is $110.That is a very fair price.Would you like the boxes?I will take the work shoes in the box. I want to wear the gym shoes now.Sure, I can put your old shoes in the bag.Thank you. I will pay with my card.Just tap it on the machine, please. Here is your receipt and your bag.Thank you for all your help.It was my pleasure.My feet feel much better already.Enjoy your workout later.I will. Is the bakery still across the street?Yes, it is right over there.Great. I am going to get a snack.Have a wonderful afternoon.

获取全部文本资料公众号搜索：yymaster888Hello, my name is Eevee and this is a video at native speed English to help you practice your listening comprehension. Feels funny to say that at normal speed, but this is the 100,000 subscriber special. So, I thought maybe I should mix it up a little bit. This is going to be eight minutes of me speaking at native speed. I would love to know how much you can understand. So, watch the whole thing and comment down below if you could understand me or not.I am making this video because I am about to hit 100,000 subscribers. I'm about 1,000 away right now, but I wanted this video to be filmed and ready so that I could upload it for when I hit 100K, because that is so freaking cool.I've been running my channel now for about 4 months. I think it's actually 4 months today since my first upload. And this is the exact beach that I filmed in my very, very first vlog. I was so nervous in that video. My voice was shaking and I had to keep retaking the video because I was so scared. And that was just four months ago. So, it feels pretty cool to be here now, and hopefully I come across a little bit more relaxed.Speaking to Advanced Learners vs. Native SpeakersIn this video, I wanted to talk about a couple of things:The difference between how I speak to an advanced English learner and how I speak to a native.The future of this channel.The first thing I wanted to talk about was the difference between the way I speak to an advanced English learner and the way I speak to a native, because these are actually two different things.When I speak to an advanced English speaker—like even somebody who's C1 or C2, they're basically fluent and can work in English—I do still change my language. Even when I've made friends with people from other countries, my English is completely different compared to how I would speak with a native speaker.The Key DifferencesVocabulary Choice: The main difference is not necessarily the speed, but the words that I choose and use.Slang and Idioms: When I speak to an advanced English speaker, I will avoid really heavy slang, and I'll avoid using too many expressions or colloquialisms.Humor and Sarcasm: I avoid leaning too much into the sarcasm. For example, if I'm speaking to another Brit, I will literally be like, "Shut up." Brits are very sarcastic and very dry; we like to take the piss out of each other. Sometimes I speak to my advanced students, and they might even find this video a bit difficult because I'm speaking faster and I'm using more specific words and phrases.The Challenge of Socializing Abroad & The Reality TV SolutionI don't know if any of you have moved abroad at some point in your life to an English-speaking country, because I think this is one of the main times that people really feel that difference between an advanced English speaker and a native speaker. In particular, if you make friends with natives, it's fine when you're one-on-one. But the minute that you end up going into a bar, a group, or a big social event where there are lots of natives who are speaking to each other, that's actually when a lot of people find that their listening comprehension drops a lot, even though they are super advanced speakers (B2/C1).The biggest problem there is a lack of cultural understanding. You need to understand the jokes, the culture, and the background of the country that you're in order to pick up on the jokes, the intonation, and the kind of banter that goes back and forth between people. I think the UK is particularly bad for this because we're very dry and sarcastic.My Advice for Advanced LearnersIf you struggle with this, or if you are an advanced speaker and my regular videos are too slow or you want something more challenging, you need to watch reality TV.I know it's not for everyone, and people don't always enjoy reality TV like dating shows. But they are so important to watch because that is one of the only times that you will hear natives speaking to each other—particularly in these small-talky, getting-to-know-each-other contexts—without having their language changed at all.How to watch: Watch reality TV with no subtitles. If there's a word or a phrase that you don't get, then just turn them on.If you want to be conversational and make friends in English, watch reality TV to get from that advanced level to that native-level banter. Once you're comfortable with that, then start watching comedies. That will give you the cultural understanding, and if you can get the joke, you're going to be fine.Channel Reflection and the Philosophy of ImmersionIt's now been about six minutes, so I want to talk a little bit for the last couple of minutes here just to reflect on my channel and everything that's gone on in the last few months.I started this back in January because I noticed that a lot of videos that help you learn English are very educational. By that I mean—and there's nothing wrong with this—they do a lot of stuff like, "Let's go to a supermarket and I'm going to tell you what all of these words are." That's fine and it's very useful, you need that sort of content.But I am of the opinion that if you want amazing English or to learn any language, it needs to become a part of your life. Every single morning, whatever you would normally watch in Spanish, Korean, or Portuguese, you need to be watching that in English. As soon as you start replacing all of your habits with habits in English, your fluency is going to go through the roof because your brain needs this kind of immersion.I wanted to make content that you would actually want to sit and watch after a day of work. At least for me, when I finish work, I like watching vlogs or lifestyle content. So, I tried to make content like that in English, but just for people who are learning. That was the idea behind my channel. That's why I've not done any vocabulary builder videos or anything like this; I'm trying to make native content that's accessible.

获取全部文本资料公众号搜索：yymaster888Conversation 1Dad, you wanted to talk to me.Remember, I have to work today, so I don't have much time.Yes, I know that, but I don't know. I'm not sure I can tell you this.Well, you will have to hurry up because I will be late for a meeting. Come on.That's the thing. You're always busy. It's Sunday, but you have to work anyway.I can't believe you're telling me this. You perfectly know why I have to work hard.I know that. I mean, I thought I knew, but I don't anymore. Why?How do you think we can pay for all these things? This luxury house, the new car, the school. It costs a lot of money. We have talked about this topic many times. Don't you remember?Yeah, I know we have a lot of things. We have money. In fact, I think we have too much money. And that's the thing. Why don't we go on vacation together as a family?We do that. We go on vacation once a year, usually in December.No, I mean, why don't we just go together as a family? When we travel, you work anyway.I think you don't understand. I will explain it to you. Pay attention.Your dad hasn't always been a rich man. In fact, I was really poor when I was a child.I was born in a poor family. It was a huge family. We were seven brothers and two sisters. Our house was nothing compared to this one.We lived in a very small and poor house. It was an old house. The walls were made of wood, and the ceiling was falling apart.It was dangerous to live there, but we didn't have any other options since we didn't have money to move.Despite all that, your mother worked hard so we could have something to eat every day. She had to sell a lot of things: old flowers, toys, many things.Life was not easy back then.When I was your age, I had to start working. I got a job selling food on the beach. It was one of the most horrible jobs I could have.The weather was horrible, really sunny. I had to wake up at 4:00 in the morning so I could go to my boss's house to prepare the meal.So, not only did I sell the food, but I also had to prepare it early in the morning.I was hungry all the time. Hungry and tired. We used to eat only a piece of bread and some coffee for breakfast. And for lunch, just a little food. It wasn't enough.I usually finished work at 10:00 or 11:00 in the evening. I arrived home very late. And I had to work every day. Believe me, that job was horrible.And like that job, I had many others. I had to work, otherwise I wouldn't eat.I also helped a mechanic. I was a carpenter. I worked as a waiter in a restaurant. I had many jobs.We didn't have money, so I had to help my mom. Difficult times.Then I decided I wanted to study something. Maybe that way I could live better. So I studied in an institute near my house.It was not very famous, but it was cheap. And I worked and studied at the same time.It was not easy, but I could make it. Three years later, I graduated. I was so happy. I was really happy.Because I thought my life was going to change, you know?Now that I graduated, I could get a good job, earn a lot of money, buy a beautiful house, get an expensive car, and travel around the world.I thought my life was going to be perfect.Unfortunately, none of that happened. I couldn't get a job. And when I got one, it was horrible, and the payment sucked. So, I decided to quit.Then I made the decision to start my own business. I made a plan, asked for a loan, invested more money, and now here we are.What I mean is, it wasn't easy. I had to work really hard to get all these things.That's why I have to work today. Because that's the only way to get good things in life. You need to understand, son.That's why I don't have much time now.I understand that. I understand you have to work to improve your lifestyle. And I really appreciate all you do for this family.But you have everything now, am I right?We have a big house, an expensive car, and I study in one of the most famous schools.And you told me you have millions of dollars in your bank account. Is that correct?Maybe I shouldn't have told you that. But yeah, you're right.Yeah, so I understand you went through difficult times, but when will it be enough for you?How much money should you have to be happy?What do you mean? We need the money to have a good life, and you know that.Yes, we need money, but you already have it.When will you start enjoying that money?You already have millions of dollars in the bank, a house, cars, apartments, savings.Don't you think it's time to enjoy life more? To spend more time with your family?I need you. I'm sure my mom misses you, too. We need you to be with us.Please, just spend more time with us. Stop working too much. I need my dad.I didn't know you felt that way. I thought I was a good father. I thought so.You are a great father, but you deserve more. It's time for you to relax and enjoy your life.It's time for us to be happy. Come on. Please, Dad.You're right, son. I have worked hard, and now it's time to relax.Let's go. We need to buy some tickets so we can go on vacation.Conversation 2Hello, Father. Finally, I could come here to visit you. Sorry for not coming sooner as I promised.Don't worry, son. You look happy to see me. That's not very common.Yeah, I know. What happened is that the advice you gave me last time I was here really worked for me.I could solve my problem, and I want to thank you. And I want to hear more.I'm so happy you could solve that problem. So, do you want to hear more life advice?Yes, Dad. You have a lot of experience since you are old.Well, maybe you're right. Soon, I will leave this world, and it's a great idea to pass on my experience and knowledge to the next generation.So, I will give you the best life advice.The number one is: stop trying to feel happy.You should strive for happiness, but trying to feel happy is a losing strategy.The truth is, you can't self-help yourself into a perfect life. And it's impossible for humans to feel happy all the time.Understanding that, and instead taking conscious actions that make your day-to-day life more joyful, is the key to true happiness.What I mean is, if you have to try to be cool, you will never be cool.Do you understand?If you have to try to be happy, then you will never be happy.People these days are just trying too hard.It is temporary. Always. So, live the moment. Those temporary moments.Another piece of advice I want you to know is: don't make impossible affirmations.Affirmations create belief traps.Standing in the mirror and saying, "I'm a gorgeous model," will only make you feel more inner turmoil because you won't believe the words you're saying.Instead of affirmations, trade up to realistic beliefs that you can accept."I look amazing for my age."What I mean is, do not exaggerate. You could think it makes you feel better, but no. Being realistic is the best option.What else?Let go of your ego.Your ego tries to protect you from looking stupid.Your ego will keep you from signing up for a dance class, playing a sport, or attending a trivia night, even when those things are good, interesting, and fun.Instead of listening to it all the time, learn when it's okay to let go of your ego and do something different.Learn to accept the essence of something.Life isn't fair, but it can still be wonderful.Sometimes, you simply can't have something in life.Maybe you can't have children. Your dream job didn't work out. Or your relationship with your brother will never be good.Instead of chasing something you can't have, accept that you can have the essence of something.People who can't have babies can adopt.People who don't have their dream career can pursue their interests as hobbies.And people with frayed family bonds can make close connections with friends instead.But there's always a way to enjoy these things.Also, you need to understand what true freedom is. It's very important.Freedom isn't having tons of money or being able to travel all the time. Of course not.Instead, freedom is having a greater ability to control your emotional state, no matter what happens in life.That's what freedom really means.So, the question for you is: are you really free?Be happy instead of right.That's probably some of the best advice I can give you.We talked about not trying to find happiness. That's true.But it's also true that one way to guarantee more happiness in your life involves choosing to be happy instead of right.You can try this the next time you're arguing with your wife, partner, brother, or friend.Ask yourself: would I rather be right or happy?That way, the argument will end peacefully.And something important: this doesn't mean you are being the bigger person, nor does it mean that you are allowing yourself to be pushed around.All it means is that you see that there's a better way.Not every situation should lead to one winner and one loser.By taking this step, you not only preserve your own happiness, but also the happiness of all involved.So, decide to put ego aside and try it.What else?Live according to your values.A lot of us don't always behave in accordance with our values.Let me explain it to you.You can value honesty, creativity, freedom, and ingenuity.But if your beliefs, actions, and lifestyle don't mirror your values, you won't be satisfied with your life.Take stock of your life and see if it matches the values you hold dear.If not, it's time to make some changes.Another thing: whatever you do, give it 100%.Seriously.Whatever you find yourself doing at work or in your personal life, do the very best you can do.To do something mediocre harms both our psyche and our prospects.It negatively impacts our credibility, lets people down, and erodes our self-esteem.So, give your work your all.Do it with excellence. Do it more efficiently. Make it more interesting. Improve it or automate it.Give care to even the smallest task.You'll stand out if you do.Many people today would rather be noticed than do something noteworthy.Choose to do something noteworthy. Getting noticed will then be a byproduct.And one example of this is when people want to learn English.They do what's necessary, but that's all. They just do what they have to do.But if you want better results, you should give 100% of your effort to obtain better results.I hope these life tips are useful to you, son.Soon I will no longer be here to help you.Don't say that. You will live many more years.So, I want more life advice, please.I would be happy to, but only if the people watching these videos like the idea.

获取全部文本资料公众号搜索：yymaster888There's a snake.Once again, there's a conspiracy in Zootopia, and it's up to Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde to uncover the truth. In today's lesson, we'll learn with some scenes where Judy meets Gary the Snake, the first snake to be seen in Zootopia in a century, and she discovers that snakes are not dangerous as she's been told.And here's the best part. To help you not only learn all of the expressions we'll cover in today's scenes, but also never forget them, we want to give you all the smart flashcards for today's lesson for free. You can practice them in our app by clicking the link below. Thousands of learners just like you are becoming more fluent every day and having fun while doing it. If that sounds like something that you'd like, be sure to try our method. You only need a few minutes a day to see real progress. Now, let's see Judy's first encounter with Gary.Stop. Please, you don't have to hurt him. Hurt him.Snakes never hurt anyone. We aren't the bad guys. They are. And this journal holds the secret that will prove it. I have to prove it. Please. This is our only chance to set things right. And when I do, my family will finally be able to come home.Part 2: Language Breakdown & Connected SpeechSo Gary is immediately trying to convince Judy that snakes have been misunderstood all along. Let's break down the language he uses to make his case.Snakes never hurt anyone. We aren't the bad guys. They are.In everyday English, "bad guys" means the villains, the people doing harm, breaking rules, or causing trouble. The opposite, naturally, is the good guys. It's a very casual, informal way of talking about heroes and villains. You might recognize this from Billie Eilish's hit song Bad Guy:"I'm that bad guy type. Make your mama sad type. Make your girlfriend mad tight. Might seduce your dad type. I'm the bad guy."Here, Billie playfully flips the whole idea. She's the one claiming to be the bad guy. And then Gary reveals that the Lynxley's journal is the key to Zootopia's biggest mystery.And this journal holds the secret that will prove it.When something holds a secret, it means that it contains hidden or crucial information that others don't know about. We use the verb hold because the object is keeping something inside, like a container. You could say, "This old letter holds the answer." Or, "Her expression held a secret." Listen to these other examples."This candle holds the miracle given to our family.""Use this magic to get your father back." / "I can't. Not yet." / "I don't understand. This holds a power no human can access.""I think the clock holds a clue. So, I need to get back to the garden and to Hattie."And I mentioned the real life app earlier. It really holds the secret for you to be able to speak confident natural English. Why am I so sure? Well, I've personally learned six languages and we've taught millions of English learners just like you over the last 15 years. We used our experience to build the only English app you'll ever need.If you feel too busy to dedicate enough time to studying, or you feel like you've been stuck at the same level forever, let me share with you a method to go from being a lost, insecure English learner to being a confident, natural English speaker, even if you only have 10 to 15 minutes per day.Watch a short lesson like this one with Zootopia 2. Practice the new words with smart flashcards which use science to help you remember new words forever and speak the new words in a real conversation so you feel confident using them in any situation and practice pronunciation. The great thing is we make it super easy for you to do this on the real life app. And in fact, you can use the new words you're learning in a guided speaking conversation based on this exact lesson with Zootopia 2 right now. Stop just recognizing and forgetting new words and start being able to actually speak them naturally. So try for free. Just click the link in the description.Now, I bet you get frustrated when natives speak fast and you can't understand them, right? Well, actually, the problem isn't usually about speed. It's about connected speech. That's how we natives cut, reduce, and link our words together when speaking fluently. Listen again to how Gary says "prove it".And this journal holds the secret that will prove it.So connected speech usually happens when we have content words (nouns, verbs, adjectives, etc.) and function words (articles, particles, pronouns, auxiliary verbs, etc.) together. Function words link to content words or other function words and sometimes even reduce or morph. This is a simple example. Instead of saying "prove" and "it" as two separate words, we say a smooth "prove it". Prove it. Your speaking will only improve with lots of practice. So listen to Gary again and try to say that just like him.Holds the secret that will prove it.And we have another great instance of connected speech that we can practice in the clip where Gary first appears.Mayor Wind Dancer: There's a snake! There's a snake!Mayor Wind Dancer's exclamation almost sounds like just one word. First, the article "a" usually just reduces to what's called a schwa sound (uh, uh). It then links to "there's" (there's a, there's a). Let's put it all together. There's a snake. There's a snake. Now you try. Say that just like Wind Dancer.Mayor Wind Dancer: There's a snake! There's a snake!So apparently something went very wrong and that's why Gary needs a secret inside the journal.This is our only chance to set things right.What do you think it means to set things right? To fix a mistake or correct an unfair situation? To move things to the correct position? To tell the truth about something? Nice. This expression is about restoring justice after something has gone wrong. Think about the movie Encanto. Bruno spent years in the walls of the house because everyone blamed him for bad things happening. His whole journey and honestly the whole family's journey is about setting things right. Here are a couple other examples."I've got to go back and set things right.""We'll set things right."Part 3: Escaping to the HideoutGood job up to this point. Let's fast forward in the movie. Gary escapes and Judy discovers that snakes are innocent and the Lynxleys are the real villains. As Nick and Judy get closer to uncovering the mystery of how snakes were banished from Zootopia, the Lynxleys have Nick thrown in jail. However, Pawbert and Gary are able to rescue Judy just in time.This character, Pawbert, is also a Lynxley, but he's the black sheep of his family and has agreed to help Gary. A black sheep is a family member who does not fit in with the behavior and values of the rest of their family, just like Elphaba from Wicked. Now, let's check out the scene where Judy wakes up after being saved by this duo.YOU'RE NOT DEAD.Pawbert: SHE'S not dead. Sorry. Sorry, I just got my motorcycle license. But out here, no one's going to catch us. Almost to me hideout.You shall succeed, Judy Hopps. We'll stop the Lynxleys and save your partner.I'm sorry. You are...Oh, Gary. Gary the snake. Welcome to my oasis, away from my evil family.Pawbert: I like to come here just kind of veg out. Get with all my cat stuff.No, that's actually vintage. You could just not... Oh, no. No. Please don't. Wow. Mammals get the best stuff.Pawbert: Turn it off. Turn it off. Turn it off. Turn it off. Turn it off. Oh god. Sorry. Sorry. I just got my motorcycle license.Part 4: Advanced Vocabulary & IdiomsA license is an official document that gives you legal permission to do something. A driver's license lets you drive a car. A pilot's license lets you fly a plane. A fishing license lets you fish. Pawbert isn't a great motorcycle driver yet because he just got his license. Pawbert is a silly character, so he playfully says this next line.Pawbert: Almost to me hideout.Okay, did you catch that? Gary says "me hideout" instead of "my hideout". It's pirate speech. A bit like how Captain Jack Sparrow would speak. Pirates replace "my" with "me". Me ship, me treasure, me hideout. And pirates often have a hideout, a secret place to hide from people who are after them or to find tranquility. Just like Batman's Batcave. Now, let's check out some interesting grammar that Gary used.We shall succeed, Judy Hopps. We stop the Lynxleys and save your partner.In modern English, we almost always use "will" to talk about the future. We will succeed. But "shall" is an older, more formal way of expressing the same thing. We can use it when we want to sound more dramatic. Here are a couple more examples."The School of Rock... and we shall teach rock and roll.""But why they don't offer more ice with their drinks, I shall never understand.""Life's not fair, is it? You see, I... Well, I shall never be king."And next, Judy uses a really useful social expression.I'm sorry. You are...Oh, Gary. Gary the snake.

Easy English系列 油管百万订阅亿次播放的easy english系列音频限时回归 本期带来《Stop Sounding like a Textbook》获取全部文本资料公众号搜索：yymaster888Textbook English versus Real EnglishHey Daniel, do you want to grab something to eat later?Sure, I would like to accompany you.See, that sounds super formal. Most people would just say, "Sure, I'd love to come." Or, "Yeah, sounds good."All right, I still sound like a textbook sometimes.It happens. Yesterday, my cousin said, "I do not understand."Let me guess, native speakers say, "I don't get it."Exactly.I also learned, "I am very tired." But, people usually say, "I'm exhausted." Or, "I'm so tired."Yep. And instead of "I am going to sleep." people often say, "I'm going to sleep."Spoken English is way shorter.Definitely. Another example, textbooks teach, "How are you?" But, friends usually say, "What's up?" Or, "How's it going?"True. And instead of "Yes." people say, "Yeah."Exactly. Or, "Nope." instead of "No."I heard someone say, "I'm kind of busy." yesterday.Yeah, kind of means kind of. Native speakers shorten words all the time.Common English Mistakes Beginners MakeI was speaking English at work today and I made so many mistakes.Really? Like what?First, I said he explained me the problem.Ah, it should be he explained the problem to me.Exactly. Then I said I'm boring instead of I'm bored.That's a super common one. Boring describes something and bored describes how you feel.English is weird sometimes.True. I used to say people is instead of people are.I also mix up prepositions when I speak English. Yesterday I said I arrived to the office.Native speakers usually say arrived at the office.That's right, I know. Yesterday I was talking to a tourist and I said I'm here since 3 years.Ah, that's a common mistake.Yeah, I realized later it should be I've been here for 3 years.Exactly. English tenses can be tricky sometimes.Definitely. I also confuse say and tell.A lot of people do. Like, you tell someone something, but you say something.Right. Another problem is grammar. I still say things like, she go to work.Ah, you mean she goes to work.Yep. I notice my mistakes after I speak.Don't worry so much about mistakes. You already speak really well.Thanks. I'm just trying to sound more natural.The more conversations you have, the easier it gets.Yeah, practice really helps a lot.Stop Saying "Very": Better English WordsYour presentation was very good today.Thanks, but native speakers usually avoid saying very good.Really? What should I say instead?You can say great, excellent, or amazing.Oh, that sounds much more natural.Exactly. Instead of very tired, say exhausted.And instead of very hungry, I can say starving, right?Perfect. Stronger words make your English sound more fluent.I see. So, instead of very beautiful, I could say gorgeous.Exactly. That's how native speakers usually talk in everyday conversations.How to Introduce Yourself Naturally in EnglishHi, I don't think we've met before. I'm David.Nice to meet you, David. I'm Julia.Where are you from?I'm from Italy, but I live in London now. What about you?I'm from Canada. So, what do you do?I'm a student. I study marketing at university.That's interesting. I work as a bank clerk.Cool. How long have you been in London?About 2 years now.Do you like living here?Yeah, I really like it. London is busy, but there's always something interesting to do.

获取全部文本资料公众号搜索：yymaster888Daniel? Is that really you? I can't believe it. It has been what? 10 years since we finished school? You look different, but I can still recognize you.Alex, wow. I didn't expect to see you here. Yes, it has been a long time. Life really changed after school, and we all went in different directions. That's how life is.So, tell me everything. What are you doing now? And what are your plans for the future? I'm very curious because everyone had different dreams back then. I remember.Well, my life is not very exciting right now, but I have some plans. First, I am going to study at the university next year because I didn't have the chance before. And I really want to improve my knowledge and have better opportunities.You are just going to study? That's it? After 10 years? I mean, that's good, but it sounds small. You should think bigger, Daniel.I understand what you mean, but for me, that's already an important step. I want to study. Also, I am going to rent a small apartment in the city center because I want to be closer to work and have my own space. I'd like that.You are going to rent? That's your plan? I'm not thinking like that. I will buy a big house in the city, and I will also buy another one in the countryside, just for weekends. That's the kind of future I want. A really big house.That sounds great for you. In my case, I'm starting step by step. Maybe later I will buy a small place, but not something big. I just want something comfortable and peaceful.You see? That's what I mean. You say you will buy something small. But why not something bigger? Why limit yourself like that? I don't get it.Because I prefer realistic goals. For example, I am going to travel to another city, just in my country. I have never traveled much. So that's something I really want to do.You are going to travel to another city? That's like a weekend plan. I will travel to different countries, and I will visit Europe and Asia. That's real travel.Yes. Maybe one day I will travel to another country, too. But for now, I'm focusing on what I can do step by step. I don't need to rush.But why think so small? You should say, "I will travel the world." Not "maybe one day."Because I don't like to promise things I'm not sure about. I prefer to say what I'm going to do with certainty, and then see what happens next.All right. What about your daily life? What are you planning to improve?Well, I am going to walk more often and take better care of my health. I also will try to have more free time because right now I work a lot and I feel tired most days.You will try? That sounds weak, man. I will change my routine completely. I will go to the gym every day and I will build a strong body. That's discipline.[laughter] Oh, great. That's good for you. For me, small changes are enough. If I improve a little every day, I think I will feel better over time. That's what I think.And what about money? Don't tell me you don't have big plans for that.Of course, I do. But again, step by step. I am going to save more money this year, and I will invest a little when I learn more about it. Investing is important. I know.That's too slow. I will create a business, and I will make a lot of money. I'm not thinking small. I'm thinking big. That's what a real man has to do.That's great if you can do it. Not everyone has the same situation or opportunities.That's just an excuse. Anyone will succeed if they think big enough and work hard.Maybe. Maybe you're right. But life is not the same for everyone.All right. Let's talk about relationships. What are your plans there? I want to know.I am going to spend more time with my family because I feel like I didn't do that enough before. And maybe in the future, I will have a partner and build something stable.Maybe? No, man. I will find the right person and I will build a strong relationship. You have to be sure about these things. That's how it works, my brother.I don't like to force things. I believe the right person will come at the right time.You are too relaxed. You say "maybe," "step by step," "small goals." Why don't you dream bigger? What's stopping you? What happened to you?It's not that I don't have dreams. It's just that my priorities are different. When I say my priorities are different, I mean my life didn't go the way I expected after school. I had plans before. Big plans like you. But things changed very fast.Really? But what do you mean? You never told anyone about that. I thought you were just taking things slowly by choice.

获取全部文本资料公众号搜索：yymaster888If you understand native speakers when they're telling jokes, that's a sign that you have reached one of the final levels of fluency. In this video, you will improve your English fluency by learning some words and expressions in English jokes. I will tell you some jokes and you can test your fluency by whether or not you understand them. If you understand these, your English is probably quite fluent.Have you ever been in a conversation where everyone started laughing, but you had no idea what was so funny? Many jokes contain words with a double meaning and you might only know one meaning of the word. And by the way, sometimes what's funny in one culture may not be funny in another culture.Expressions Related to JokesFirst, let's learn some words and expressions related to jokes."I get it" / "I don't get it": "I get it" means I understand the joke. "I don't get it" means I don't understand it; I don't know why it's funny."It went over my head": This means I didn't understand the humor. Everybody laughed but the joke went over my head.Punchline: The last part of the joke that makes it funny. You can say, "The punchline was so unexpected that everyone laughed."To butcher a joke: To ruin the joke by telling it very badly. If you butcher a joke, you completely destroy it. Maybe you forgot some details and the joke wasn't funny anymore.To crack up: An informal way to say to laugh very hard. We say "to crack someone up." For example, "That joke cracked me up," or "The stand-up comedian cracked everyone up." If you say to a person, "You crack me up," it means "I think you're really funny.""I love responding and reading your comments. You guys crack me up with your questions.""That just cracked me up, man.""It cracked me up in the moment and it cracked me up on the rewatch."Corny: If a joke is corny, it's silly or predictable, usually in an embarrassing way. Maybe it's old-fashioned or overly sentimental. You can say, "My dad tells corny jokes."Dad joke: A dad joke is simple, clean, usually corny, predictable, and intentionally silly. They are called dad jokes because they're the types of jokes your father tells. He thinks it's funny, but others just roll their eyes and say, "That's such a dad joke."Example:"Why was the math book sad? Because it had too many problems." (In math, "problems" means exercises, but it also means difficulties in life).Word play / Play on words: A humorous use of language where a word has two meanings or two words sound similar.Joke 1: The SkeletonsJoke: Why don't skeletons fight each other? Punchline: Because they don't have the guts.Explanation: You have to know the expression to have guts in order to understand the meaning. The literal meaning of "gut" is the inside of your stomach. Skeletons don't have guts; they only have bones. But the English expression "to have guts" means to be brave, courageous, or have determination in difficult situations. Instead of saying someone is brave, you can say, "You have a lot of guts." If you say, "I don't have the guts," it means "I'm scared.""I didn't have the guts to tell my dad I was going to be an acting major. But if you're brave enough, if you have the guts and the vision and the passion...""Very few companies have the guts to do it."Joke 2: The CalendarJoke: Why was the calendar nervous? Punchline: Because its days were numbered.Explanation: A calendar literally has numbers on its days. However, this joke uses the common idiom one's days are numbered, which means something bad is going to happen soon, or something will end soon. It often means a person will die, be fired, or be replaced (e.g., "His days are numbered. He is old and sick."). It can also be used for objects (e.g., "I love my old car, but its days are numbered. It keeps breaking down.")."In fact, once stars start forming inside a nebula, its days are numbered.""To the criminal traffickers, I say your days are numbered.""I think his days are numbered. And I think that the regime's days are numbered."Joke 3: The CowsJoke: Why do cows wear bells? Punchline: Because their horns don't work.Explanation: The word horns has two meanings. It can be a horn on a car (where the verb is "to honk" to communicate with other drivers), and it also refers to the cow horns on a cow's head.Joke 4: The ScarecrowJoke: Why did the scarecrow win an award? Punchline: Because he was outstanding in his field.Explanation:Outstanding in his field means excellent at his job or profession (e.g., "She's outstanding in her field"). But it also sounds exactly like "out standing in his field"—meaning he is physically outside, standing visible in a farm field (where crops like corn or wheat grow). Because of linking, the pronunciation is exactly the same.

获取全部文本资料公众号搜索：yymaster888Hello my friends. Welcome back to this new podcast episode.Yes, where you'll learn English 100% naturally. And we promise you that when you finish the video, you'll feel like you have improved your English.Yes, so friends, we always try to teach you English in a way that you can remember. We will use real-life examples to better understand.Yes, how native people use those words is important to know, right?Exactly. Today, we are going to work on some interesting words and expressions we collected from a movie. These will help you speak more naturally.Let's look at our first word, thunder.ThunderAre we really not going to say anything about that?Didn't you see?It was difficult.There was thunder and lightning and and rain.Welcome back friends. So, thunder, you heard it in the clip, but do you really know the meaning of thunder? If you know, write it in the comments.Well, thunder simply means the loud sound that comes after lightning during a storm. Boom, crash, rumble, that's thunder.Yes, for example, the thunder was so loud it woke up my baby.Another example could be, I love sleeping when there's thunder outside. It feels cozy.Exactly. So, thunder equals sound, lightning equals light. Don't mix them. Let's see some clips of how native people use this word in their lives.DemocracyNow friends, let's move to the next word, democracy.You pinched Piggy's specs. You need to give them back. Need to.Who says?I say. You voted me for chief.No. I didn't. They did. But they've changed their minds. That is democracy.Welcome back, friends. So, democracy. You heard it in the clip. Do you know the meaning? If you know, write it in the comments.Well, democracy simply means a system where people vote to decide something. The leader is chosen by the people, not by force.Yes. For example, we had a democracy in our classroom. Everyone voted for the class president.Another example could be my family uses democracy to decide where to eat on Friday night. Majority wins.Exactly. But look at the clip. First, he says, "You voted me for chief." Then they say they have changed their minds, and he says, "That is democracy."Right. In a democracy, people can change their minds. That's the rule. Even the chief has to accept it.Democracy.Freedom of speech.What's it called? January 6th, How I Saved Democracy.SavagesWelcome back, friends. Now, let's see savages.Well, savages is a very strong word. It means people who are wild, violent, uncivilized. Like they have no rules or manners.Yes. For example, the way they destroyed the park like savages.Another example could be my boss called the customer savages because they pushed each other to get the discount.But careful friends, this word is very insulting. You don't call someone a savage unless you want to fight.Exactly. Look at the clip. He got angry and said, "You're thieves and savages." And the other man said, "Say that again." Danger....them. They don't just like go outside and potty like savages. It's just crazy crazy....heard about the game.You, arranging a football match against a bunch of savages.Go away, Ralph. Keep to your end. This is my end and my tribe.Kneel DownDon't leave me. Kneel down.

获取全部文本资料公众号搜索：yymaster888Dad, can we talk for a moment? I've been thinking about this for a long time. And I didn't know how to say it before. But I can't keep it inside anymore. I've made a decision. And I need you to hear me calmly. I want to leave this country.What are you saying? Leave the country? Where is this coming from? This sounds sudden. And I don't understand why you would say something like that without talking to me first.It's not sudden. I promise. I've been thinking about this for months. Maybe even years. But I was afraid to say it because I knew it would hurt you or make you angry. But I feel stuck here. And I don't see a future for myself if I stay.You don't see a future? How can you say that? You have your family here. You have a place. You have opportunities. Maybe not perfect, but they are real. Why do you think leaving everything is the solution?Because I feel like I'm not moving forward. Every day feels the same. Every opportunity feels so small. And I feel like I'm just waiting for something to change. But, nothing ever does. I want more for my life, and I don't think I can find it here.So, your solution is to run away? To leave your family, your home, everything you know, just because things are not perfect? Life is not perfect anywhere. And leaving doesn't guarantee anything.I'm not running away. I'm trying to move forward. I'm trying to take a risk. To do something different. Because staying here feels like slowly giving up on myself.And what about us? What about your family? Do we not matter in this decision? Or is this only about you and what you want?Of course, you matter. That's why this is so hard for me. If it was easy, I could have left without saying anything. But, I stayed because I care. I'm telling you now because I want you to understand me. Not because I want to hurt you.It still hurts. It feels like you're saying this place, this family, this life is not enough for you. That everything we've built means nothing.That's not what I'm saying. This is my home. You are my family. And that will never change. But I need to grow. And I feel like I can't do that here.You think I never felt like that? You think I never wanted something more? I had dreams, too. But I stayed. I worked. I built a life. That's what responsibility is.I know you sacrificed a lot. And I respect that. But I don't want to live with regrets later. Thinking about what could have been if I had tried.And what if you fail? What if you go there and nothing works? What if you end up alone? Without support. Without anything.Then I will deal with it. I would rather fail trying than stay here wondering what could have happened.You say that now. But when reality hits, it's not that simple. Being alone in another country is not easy. You don't know what you're getting into.I know it won't be easy. And I'm not expecting it to be. But staying here and feeling stuck is also not easy. I feel like I'm losing time.You really thought about this. Haven't you?Yes, every day. I go to sleep thinking about it. I wake up thinking about it, and the feeling doesn't go away.And you never thought about telling me earlier? About asking for advice? Or at least sharing this with me?I did, many times. But I was afraid you could react like this. Or that you could try to stop me before I could even explain.I'm not trying to stop you. I'm trying to understand why you think leaving is the only option.Because I need a change, a real change. Not just small adjustments. I need to feel like I'm moving, like I'm building something for myself.And what about me? What about your mother? Do you think this is easy for us to hear? That one day you just leave and everything changes?I know. I know it's not easy. It's not easy for me either. But sometimes life forces you to make difficult decisions.Or maybe you're just choosing the easy way. Leaving instead of fighting here.No, leaving is not easy. Leaving means starting from zero. Being alone. Facing everything without support. That's not easy at all.Then why do it?Because staying feels like slowly giving up. And that scares me more than leaving.So, when were you planning to do this?I didn't want to say this, but I think you need to know.What do you mean?I already made the arrangements. I already looked for a place. I already talked to people. And I already bought the ticket.You... What?I'm leaving soon. Not in a year. Not in months. In a few days.You planned everything without me? You made the decision. You prepared everything. And now you come to tell me when it's already done?I didn't want to do it like this. But I knew if I told you earlier, you would try to stop me. And I didn't want to lose this opportunity.So, you chose the opportunity over your family.No. I chose my future. And I'm hoping my family can understand that.It feels like I'm losing you.You're not losing me. I'm... I'm going somewhere else.That's the same thing. Sometimes. You know, when I was your age, I also had the chance to leave. I had an opportunity. A real one. But I said no.Why?Because I was afraid. Afraid of failing. Afraid of being alone. Afraid of losing everything I knew. So I stayed. And I told myself it was the right decision.Do you regret it?Sometimes, yes. Sometimes I wonder what my life would be if I had taken that chance.That's exactly what I'm afraid of.But I also gained something by staying. I built a family. I built a life. I had you. So it's not simple.I understand that. But I need to try. I need to know.Then promise me something.What?

获取全部文本资料公众号搜索：yymaster888Hello everyone and welcome to English Pod. My name is Marco.My name is Katherine. And today we have a delicious lesson all about Chinese food for you.That's right. Today we are ordering Chinese food. Now for many of you listeners that are actually Chinese, you may not recognize these dishes because we are talking about American Chinese food.That's right. So long, long ago, people came over to America from mainly Hong Kong. And so a lot of the food we have is kind of more like Hong Kong food.Cantonese food.Cantonese food. But it's also very American. So let's take a listen to today's dialogue and find out exactly what we're eating.Dialogue (First Listen)Waitress: Hi, welcome to Happy Buddha. Can I get you anything to drink?Manny: Uh Coke for me, please.Andrea: I'll have a Sprite.Waitress: Okay, I'll go get that for you. Are there any questions with the menu?Andrea: Do you use MSG?Waitress: No, ma'am. We are MSG free.Manny: Oh, man. I haven't had Chinese food in so long. I want everything. This place has the best sesame chicken.Andrea: Yeah, I've been craving Chinese for such a long time. I used to get takeout all the time. It's definitely been a while. Let's start off with some crab rangoon.Manny: Oh, yeah. That sounds good. I think I'm going to get the sesame chicken with fried rice, a spring roll, and egg drop soup.Andrea: It's so tempting to order everything on the menu. It all looks so appetizing. I think I'll get General Toast's chicken, hot and sour soup, fried wontons, and white rice.Manny: Aren't you supposed to be on a diet? You should at least get brown rice.Andrea: I don't think so. I hate brown rice, and I'm so sick of eating healthy all the time. I've been eating so much salad, I swear I've forgotten what meat tastes like. There's no better remedy than some nice greasy calorie laden Chinese food. I might even get an order of broccoli beef.Manny: Oh gosh, I'm so hungry. Let's call the waitress over.Language Takeaway: Part 1All right, we're back. So, obviously everything seems so good. Very typical American Chinese dishes. And we have a lot of things that we can take a look at. So, let's start with language takeaway.Language takeaway. In language takeaway today, we're going to be talking about some general food words, words that you can use when you're ordering food. So, the first one we should talk about is this MSG.Right? Andrea asks, "Do you use MSG?" So, why is she asking this? And what is MSG?MSG is an ingredient in foods. It's kind of like a condiment, something that you put on the food after the food has been cooked.And it makes the food taste better, brighter, you know, it intensifies the flavors a little bit.Yeah. And it's kind of it looks like salt or sugar. It's on the tables usually at Chinese restaurants, but a lot of people don't like MSG because they don't think it's very safe for their bodies. And so, actually, the waitress says that the food is MSG free, which means there's no MSG in it.That's right. Okay. So, she says our food is MSG free, which is this chemical. I think it's kind of like a chemical that you describe.That's right. Right? And a lot of people don't want that. So you can ask, is this food MSG free?You could also ask, is it fat free? Is it salt free? So this is a very helpful way of asking about what the ingredients are in a dish.That's right. That's right. And actually, Manny is talking about the food as well. And he says, "Yeah, I've been craving Chinese for such a long time."Okay. So the verb here is to crave, but he said he's been craving. So he really has been wanting this food for a long time. So if you say I'm craving Italian food, what does that mean?That means I really want to eat Italian food.You feel like having Italian food.That's right. So I'm craving some kind of food. I really want to eat it.Okay. And he said that he used to get takeout all the time. So he's obviously talking about Chinese food. What does he mean by takeout?Well, takeout is the opposite of sitting down in a restaurant and eating food. Mhm. Take out is what you do when you want to go home and eat it. So in many restaurants, you can order the food and then you go and you pick up the food and you bring it home.Okay. So that's takeout.So it's a noun. You get takeout.Right? But it's a little bit different from a different kind of takeout. There's takeout where you order the food and you pick it up and you bring it home.But there's also delivery. And delivery is when you order the food and someone else brings it to you. Be careful with those two.All right. Very good. And moving forward, Manny kept talking about the food and said, "Wow, everything on the menu looks so appetizing. It all looks so appetizing."Okay, appetizing is a way to describe something. In this case, we're describing food. So that's normally how we use the word appetizing. So appetizing basically means that you're excited about eating this food because it looks like it will be good. So, what about the word appetizer? Does this have anything to do with it?I think appetizer is something that makes you want to eat more. That's why it's at the beginning of a meal. You have your appetizer before you have your main course. Uh, but the word appetizing means that, you know, it's very appealing. You really want to eat it.It looks good. It looks delicious.Okay. Very good. And Andrea was worried because Manny is ordering so much food. She asks, "Aren't you supposed to be on a diet?"Okay, so this is a phrase, and I want to remind everyone to keep this phrase in mind. You can diet, which is a verb, but in this case, you're on a diet, so it's a noun. I'm on a diet. I'm trying to eat healthily. I'm trying to watch the things that I put in my body. So, usually if you're on a diet, you don't eat really greasy, fatty, takeout Chinese food. You eat salads and soups.Okay, so you are on a diet.Yes, he's on a diet or I was on a diet, but I stopped.All right, a lot of great appealing food. Why don't we go and listen to our dialogue again, and we'll be back with language takeaway part two, where we're going to take a look at the specific American Chinese dishes.Dialogue (Second Listen)Waitress: Hi, welcome to Happy Buddha. Can I get you anything to drink?Manny: Uh, Coke for me, please.Andrea: I'll have a Sprite.Waitress: Okay, I'll go get that for you. Are there any questions with the menu?Andrea: Do you use MSG?Waitress: No, ma'am. We are MSG free.Manny: Oh man, I haven't had Chinese food in so long. I want everything. This place has the best sesame chicken.Andrea: Yeah, I've been craving Chinese for such a long time. I used to get takeout all the time. It's definitely been a while. Let's start off with some crab rangoon.Manny: Oh, yeah. That sounds good. I think I'm going to get the sesame chicken with fried rice, a spring roll, and egg drop soup.Andrea: It's so tempting to order everything on the menu. It all looks so appetizing. I think I'll get General Toast's chicken, hot and sour soup, fried wontons, and white rice.Manny: Aren't you supposed to be on a diet? You should at least get brown rice.Andrea: I don't think so. I hate brown rice and I'm so sick of eating healthy all the time. I've been eating so much salad I swear I've forgotten what meat tastes like. There's no better remedy than some nice greasy calorie laden Chinese food. I might even get an order of broccoli beef.Manny: Oh gosh, I'm so hungry. Let's call the waitress over.Language Takeaway: Part 2All right, we're back. So now, let's take a look at those delicious American Chinese dishes on Language Takeaway Part Two. And so here we are with a number of delicious and very appetizing dishes. Um these are things that you'll normally find in an American Chinese restaurant. The first one is called crab rangoon.Okay. So this doesn't sound very Chinese at all.Now rangoon is actually a city in a country called Myanmar or Burma.Mhm. And crab rangoon is a special deep fried dish that's like it's like deep fried dumplings, but on the inside there's cream cheese and crab.Uh-huh. Crab meat.That's right.All right. So, it's kind of, as you said, like a dumpling, but inside you have cream cheese and crab.Right.All right. Very good. Now, they also talked about getting the sesame chicken with fried rice.Okay. Okay, so sesame is a very common ingredient in cultures all over the world. And sesame is a kind of seed, but some people also use some sesame oil in their cooking. And so these all come from these white small seeds. And sesame chicken is a kind of chicken that's cooked with sesame seeds.Okay, very good. And obviously we know what fried rice is. You just take it's just basically rice in a pan with sometimes a little bit of meat and egg and just fry it all together. Um, but what about spring rolls? I think these are one of the typical Chinese dishes that everyone knows. And actually, it's also a Chinese dish as well.I love spring rolls, although I've never gotten an American spring roll in China. This the spring rolls we're talking about here are basically wrappers. These like wonton wrappers that are stuffed with meat and vegetables and they they're rolled up so they look like a long roll and they're deep fried.So, okay. So, spring rolls are um as you said, little rolls with meat and sometimes vegetable inside. Um not really sure why they call it spring roll, though.I don't know either. Maybe it has to do with the ingredients, like they're vegetables from the spring, maybe.Now, another one that I actually really really like is this egg drop soup.This is delicious. This is a very simple soup. And when you're cooking it, you break an egg and the egg is mixed into the soup. So, it looks like it's kind of got these yellow pieces floating, but it's a really nice simple soup with egg.Okay. And that's what it's called, egg drop soup. Now, you mentioned the wonton wrappers, and they also mentioned fried wontons. What are wontons?Okay. Wonton are also known as hundu in mainland China. But this is a special kind of dumpling. It's got a piece of dough basically that's flattened out and inside there's meat, maybe some vegetables and um sometimes you eat it in soup, but here we're talking about fried wontons, deep fried wontons. So you put them in the deep fryer and they're fried so that they're crunchy and the insides are soft.Actually, this is one of my favorite dishes, the original one in China though, as you said, the hundun. Um because it's like in a soup.Yes. And it's very simple, but you have like dumplings in a soup. But the fried ones are also very, very good.They are both delicious. And this is making me very hungry. So maybe we should listen to our dialogue again.

获取全部文本资料公众号搜索：yymaster888Hey everybody, it's Arian Lagringa and welcome back to my YouTube channel. Today I'm with my friend Blair and she's going to be showing me around her farm. I will be teaching all of you guys farm vocabulary in English. Let's go.What do sheep say? I'm good. You want to hear my best sheep impression? All right. Wait, you have to really make an ugly face. Like... Let's go over like the different ways that animals can like make sounds.What does a chicken say? Okay. Chicken has like a rooster. Yeah, that's a rooster.A cow. Okay. Oh, they do... Okay. And the last one is a horse. All right.Farm FashionSo, what is like the typical cowboy/cowgirl outfit? I think what I had on earlier was way more typical farmboy. A pair of beater 7 jeans is what I wear and my muck boots every day. Cowboy boots, shorts, a little top, and a cowgirl hat. And cowboy culture... anything like woven is cool. We like that. We like cowboy. We like loud stuff. These two items are literally like generational cowboy go-tos and your kickers.From one to 10, how would you rate my friend Blair's outfit? I would say 10. No way. I'm a fourth-generation farmer. We do like to look like we lived in and worked in our outfit. If not, then you are a poser a little bit. This door's heavy. It has to be kind of dirty, you know? It has to be... you have to live in it. Lived in is cute.Trucks & TractorsCome on inside. So, this is my truck. And everybody gets a truck when they're born. And this is mine. Wow. Look. And my dad gives us all a truck when we're born. And mine's skull edition. And the gear shifts glow. It's awesome. This thing is our baby.So, why does everyone get a truck when they're born? Is that like tradition in your family? My dad likes vehicles and so do I. So, we like engines. We like big engines.This is a tractor, right? Yes. We used to pull this. My family had pulling tractors. Now I think it's in the antique division.What do you use a tractor for on the farm? Right now we're feeding silage and feeding hay. You have two really big tractors for those.Deer Hunting & Family TraditionsAre those real deer? Yeah, they are. All of these bucks my dad and my brother and I have killed.Do you guys normally hunt deer or like other animals? I have killed quite a few more animals I think than my dad and my brother. In northern Kentucky, we live on the Ohio River and we would plant corn and soybeans and it was just basically a feast for these guys. In northern Kentucky, we have an infestation of deer and so you can kill these guys. If you're a farmer, you get farmer tags and you can kill them. It's legal, and we eat every single bit of our deer. We've had cow tongue, cow intestine, and that's just from our cattle. Deer you can make a lot of jerky with, even the parts that like aren't usually good to eat.What's the difference between a deer and a buck? Is a buck the male deer? Right. So, a deer is like saying the species name and then a buck is the male version and doe is the female version.And what's the baby deer called? Fawn. Yeah, it's a fawn. Yeah, we have the buck, a doe, and the fawn.Grandparents in the South: My dad was a mountain boy in the Appalachians. They were all coal miners. My mamaw actually got divorced and remarried my pap.Wait, what is mamaw pap?In the United States of America, we give our grandparents really goofy names. Yeah, we don't really say like grandma, grandpa. I mean, some families do say that, but it's fun and like uplifting to give your grandpa a funny name. My grandpa's name was Grumpy cuz he was really grumpy. Mamaw and Papaw are my dad's parents' names.Farm Animals & Show AwardsSo, these are Blair's awards. Blair, can you tell me a little bit about your awards and what you won?This is when I showed under 4H. This is when I won Grand Champion Berkshire Market Hog. Grand Champion Market Hog or Reserve Champion Market Hog. And here's the banner for that one.So, basically, you catch pigs? No. In the livestock industry, in the show side of it, it's just like show dogs. You're trying to have the best genetics possible. Like phenotype looking and genetic type. These pigs when you're looking at them phenotypically speaking, they're like stout, wide, and so you have to judge them off of what they look like and they win. So just think of a dog show but with pigs. I won as a showman with all these pigs cuz they're the best. My brother likes cows and I like pigs.Pens & Unique BreedsThis is a fun pen. This has a lot of our unique breeds.So what is a pen? A pen is like a fenced field. A pen can also be like a horse stall or something like that. Just anything that pens in animals. So in this pen, we have belted galloways which are the Oreo looking cows. And then I also have Highlanders with the horns. Scottish Highlander long-haired. You see them?Mhm. So when you breed a Highlander, the one with the horns and the fluffy hair to one of these white-haired white parks, they get white fluffy hair, black ears, and a black nose like that. All the way in the back, do you see it with the long long hair and the hump on his leg? That's a yak.What's a yak? Oh my, you know, a yak. That's the first yak I've ever seen in my life. Yeah, it's really cool. They're really mean. They have like a terrible attitude. They are the meanest animals I've ever had on my farm. Most farmers, whenever you climb on the gate here, you'll get yelled at by your grandpa or by your dad. You always have to climb by the hinges so you don't bend the gate.Cattle Terminology & FeedingWhat's the baby name of a cow? Okay, good question. So, we call them calves. Calf for singular, just one little baby. And then calves for plural. When it's a girl, that's a heifer. That means she has not had a baby yet. When it's a boy, it's born as a bull. And then after you castrate them, then they're a steer. And actually, when a cow is in labor, you can say it's calving. Oh, interesting. I didn't know that.Raising Show CattleSo, this is our bullpen. I'll go over what my family pretty much does for a living. My dad, he's a third-generation row crop farmer. He started off doing tobacco, which is huge in the state of Kentucky, but my brother and I have a little bit different interest than him, and we raise show cattle, show goats, and beef cattle. But this is what we do the most competitively is show cattle. In this pen, we have a lot of Simmental influence cattle. So, you'll see a lot of color. So, there are going to be red and white. And over here is our white park bull. And his name is Neil.So, what makes the best show bull? I wrap it up simple. I also coach judging kids now for my county. And I say it simple like this:butts, nuts, and guts.You want them to have a big butt and be really stout from behind cuz that means they're muscular. You want them to be big in their testicles so they're a good breeding piece. And then you want them to have a big gut so they have depth of body and they can retain their body weight really well and you don't have to be worried about feeding them, them being skinny.What do they normally eat? So this is what they eat right here. We feed our cows silage and grain and hay every day. After you harvest all your corn, you're left with stalks and a lot of farmers turn this into silage and that's what we did and feed it to their cattle and it's really high in protein and good for their gut. And you can even see some of the corn left in there.Blair, does the color red make bulls really aggressive? Honestly, I think that's just a common misconception about cattle. I think cattle, just like many other animals, don't have great color vision. Red is maybe a rare color they actually can see. Back in the day when Toreros would get a bull and do that, maybe it was just the color they could see. So, no, I wear red around my cattle all the time.

获取全部文本资料公众号搜索：yymaster888Good morning, Mark. I see here that you are applying for a job. And you need a full medical check before they accept you. This is our routine process. So, don't worry. But, I will ask you many questions about your daily habits and lifestyle.Good morning, doctor. Yes, I understand. And yes, I'm here to apply for a job. I'm ready to answer everything honestly because I really want to pass this test.Good. Honesty is very important here. Remember that, please. Let's start with something simple. How often do you exercise during the week?Oh, okay. I usually exercise about four or five times a week. I like to stay active. And I try to keep a consistent routine, especially in the mornings.That's good. All right. Now, when you say you usually exercise, what kind of activities do you do? Is it always the same or do you change it?I normally go running three times a week. And I also go to the gym. I don't do same thing every day because I get bored easily. So, I mix cardio and strength training.I see. That sounds good. That sounds like a healthy habit. Now, tell me. How often do you feel tired or without energy during the day?Well, I have to say that I rarely feel tired. It's not normal. Most of the time I have good energy because I sleep well and eat properly.That's interesting. You know, many people your age feel tired very often. But, you say you rarely feel that way. That's a good sign. Good for you. Let's talk about a sleep. How often do you sleep at least seven or eight hours per night?I almost always sleep seven or eight hours. I think sleep is very important, so I try to go to bed early.Excellent. People who almost always asleep well tend to have better physical and mental health. This is important. Do you ever stay up late?I sometimes stay up late especially on weekends or when I travel. But not very often.All right. Now, let's talk about your diet. How often do you eat fast food?I hardly ever eat fast food. Maybe once a month or less. I prefer cooking at home.That's very good. People who hardly ever eat fast food usually have better long-term health. All right. Next question is what do you usually eat during a normal day?I usually eat fruits, vegetables, chicken, and rice. I try to keep it simple and healthy.And what about sugar? How often do you eat sweets or desserts?I sometimes eat sweets but not every day. Maybe two or three times a week.That's acceptable. The problem is when people eat sugar very often. Or always. But in your case, it seems controlled. That's good. Now, let's talk about something important. How often do you drink alcohol?I occasionally drink alcohol. Mostly in social situations. I don't drink every week.Wait. When you say occasionally, can you be more specific?Um maybe once or twice a month. I don't enjoy drinking too much.Drinking occasionally is not a problem. But drinking regularly can affect your health. Now, I need to ask you directly. Do you smoke? And if yes, how often?Smoke? Um no, I never smoke. Honestly, I've never liked it.That's one of the best answers I can hear. People who never smoke reduce many health risks. What about stress? How often do you feel stressed in your daily life?I sometimes feel stressed, especially when I have many responsibilities. But, I try to manage it with exercise and rest. I feel good right now. Not stressed.That's a good strategy. People who manage stress actively tend to stay healthier. Now, tell me. Do you feel stressed regularly or only in a specific situations?Mhm, no. Only in a specific situations. I don't feel stressed all the time.Let's talk about your social life. How often do you meet your friends or family?My friends? Well, I regularly meet my friends, maybe once or twice a week. And I see my family almost always on weekends. I love spending time with them.That's excellent. Because social connection is very important. People who rarely see others can feel isolated. Many people don't know that. Now, a different question. How often do you travel or go out of your routine?I often travel when I can. I like exploring new places and I take short trips whenever I have time.So, you often travel. You exercise regularly. You sleep well. And you eat healthy. That's a very active lifestyle. I am surprised. Now, something more personal. How often do you feel bored with your routine?Mhm, I hardly ever feel bored because I like to stay busy and try new things.

获取全部文本资料公众号搜索：yymaster888Hello English Learners, welcome back to English Pod. My name is Marco.And I'm Erica, and we're bringing you another great Elementary lesson today, one that takes place at the office.Yes, today we're going to teach you some great phrases so that you can ask people to help you.Right, and I think this dialogue is with a new person at the office. So when you're new, you always need to ask people for favors.Exactly, okay, so we're going to be asking for a favor. So Marco, what exactly is a favor?Something that a person does for you, like a small helpful thing.Yeah, a small helpful thing. So you know, like "can you pass me that pencil?" Maybe that's even a favor.Yeah, or maybe "can you pick me up on your way to work?" Yeah, that's a favor. Or even lending money to your friend, that's a favor.Yeah, so that's what we're going to be talking about: favors and how to ask for one, because you always have to do this at work, with your friends, with your family. So let's listen to the dialogue and then we'll come back and explain all the vocabulary.Dialogue: Asking for a FavorRachel: Um, sorry to bother you. Um, my name is Rachel. I'm new here. Can I ask you for a favor?Colleague 1: Hi Rachel, welcome on board. I'm afraid I can't help you right now. I'm getting ready for a very important meeting.Rachel: Excuse me, but can I bother you for a second?Colleague 2: You know what, I'd love to help you, but I'm about to meet an important client. Do you want to ask Sean instead? He sits right over there.Rachel: Sorry to interrupt you, Sean. Could you do me a quick favor?Sean: Actually, I'm working on a document that's due in a couple of minutes. I really can't talk right now, sorry about that.Rachel: Jeez, I just want to know where the bathroom is! What's wrong with you people?Language TakeawaySo a pretty busy office, pretty unhelpful colleagues.I know, everyone's so busy they didn't help this poor girl.Yeah, I hope she found the bathroom. Now let's take a look at the language from the dialogue. So let's start with Language Takeaway. There's some great language in this dialogue, wasn't there?Yeah, a lot of interesting phrases and words. The first one that I saw that was really interesting is on board. Welcome on board. Well, we've got some examples of how this phrase is used, so let's listen to them to help us understand the meaning.Example one: Welcome on board, Sarah. If you have any questions, please feel free to ask me.Example two: We need to get our new office assistant on board as soon as possible.Example three: We decided to bring Melissa on board to join the marketing team.So basically it means "welcome to the company" or the team. Yeah, welcome on board. So on board is the same as to the company. I guess also when you get on a ship they'll tell you "welcome on board."Yes, that's where it comes from, or an airplane.Yeah, welcome on board. Okay, let's take a look at our next word: about to. I'm about to.So this is a great phrase to explain that you're about to do something. I'm going to do this thing really soon.So for example, you can say, "I'm about to go out for lunch."Or I could say, "Hey Marco, let's go record a show," and you say, "I'm about to go into a meeting."Exactly. Yeah, about to—going to do something really soon. Okay, the next word we have is instead.Instead. It means "in the place of." So for example, if we're at dinner I could say, "I'll have the chicken instead of the fish." Right? Or I can say, "I wanted to buy a red sweater, but they didn't have one, so I bought a blue one instead."Okay, so in the place of. And our last word for language takeaway: interrupt.Interrupt. So when somebody interrupts you, they come in and they talk to you while you're doing something or maybe while you're speaking. Or maybe you're busy and people come and bother you.Okay, some great words here in our dialogue, and now we can listen to it again. This time it's going to be a little bit slower and you'll be able to understand the language a little bit better.

获取全部文本资料公众号搜索：yymaster888Ah! Anna! Guess what? I finally got time off. We can go on that trip we've been talking about.No way! Really? Oh my gosh, Zara. This is going to be amazing. I've been waiting for this forever. So, where should we go? The mountains or the beach?Oh. Beach! Definitely the beach. Sun, sand, waves. Come on, Zara. We need this.Okay, okay. Beach it is. I'll start looking at hotels. How many days should we go? I was thinking maybe 3 days? Friday to Sunday?3 days? Zara, we've been waiting months. Let's do 5 days. Wednesday to Sunday. Make it a real vacation.5 days? Okay, okay. You convinced me. 5 days it is.Okay, okay. I'm making a list. Snacks, chips, cookies, juice, water, maybe some sandwiches. And we need to bring a cooler bag.Anna, we're going for 5 days, not 5 months. Hey, have you talked to Marco? Is he coming with us or not?Oh, yeah. I talked to him yesterday.And? What did he say?He's coming. He asked his boss and they said yes. He took time off work just for this trip.Really? Oh, that's so good. I was worried he wouldn't make it.Are you kidding? Marco would never miss a beach trip. He already bought new sunglasses.I can't believe this is actually happening. We've been planning this for months.I know. I'm so excited I might cry. Okay, okay. Let's book everything tonight. Send me the hotel links.I will. This is going to be the best trip ever.The best! Okay, I have to go pack. Well, mentally pack. Call you later. Okay. Bye, Anna.Zara, I'm here. I'm here. Sorry, I almost missed the bus.You're always late. I was about to leave without you.You would never. Okay, where's Marco? Is he here yet?Hey. Sorry I'm late. The traffic was crazy.You're not late. Anna was late. You're right on time.We're actually doing this. Look at the view. Well, I can't sit still. I'm too excited. How long until we get there?About 2 hours. Relax, Anna. The beach isn't going anywhere.Easy for you to say. You're always calm.Look. Look at this hotel pool. It's shaped like a giant seashell.No way! That's so tacky. I love it.Oh. Are we really staying at a seashell pool hotel?Yes, we are. I booked it. You're welcome.Oh my gosh. Look at this place. The ocean. I can see the ocean from here. This is beautiful. Okay. I have to admit this was a good choice.Good choice? Good choice? This is the best choice we've ever made. Anna! Come on, the hotel is this way.Just 1 second. Look at these shells. They're so pretty.Anna, we just got here. The shells will still be here tomorrow.But this one has a starfish on it. I need it.Anna, stay close. Don't stop.Wait, just a second. This is so cute.Gone. Anna! Come on, we're losing you.Zara? Marco? Okay, okay. Stay calm. They can't be far. They were just ahead of me. I'll find them. I'll just walk this way. Zara, Marco, please answer me. Where did you go? I'm sorry I stopped at the stall.Okay, okay. Stay calm. They can't be far. They were just ahead of me. I'll find them. I'll just walk this way. They must be this way. Zara, Marco, please answer me. Where did you go? I'm sorry I stopped at the stall. I'm so sorry. Which way? Uh no, I'm okay. Just keep moving.Hey, you look lost. Need help?No. I'm fine. Thank you.Come on. I'm just trying to help.A hotel. This is safe. I can ask for help here. I can do this. Hi. I'm sorry to bother you. I'm lost. I got separated from my friends. I don't have my phone. I don't know the hotel name. Can you please help me?Oh. Of course, sweetheart. Don't worry, you're safe here. Do you remember your friends' names? Or the hotel name?Zara. My friend's name is Zara. And Marco. And the hotel, it had a pool shaped like a seashell. I should have stayed close. Zara told me to stay close. But I just had to look at those shells. I'm so stupid.We're looking for your friends, sweetheart. Just rest for a minute.Thank you. Thank you so much.Anna, Anna, where did she go? She was right behind us. I told her to stay close.Okay, okay. Let's think. She stopped at that souvenir stall. She was looking at shells. That was maybe 10 minutes ago.

获取全部文本资料公众号搜索：yymaster888Let me ask you something. Have you ever replayed the same conversation in your mind again and again? Have you ever thought about a decision so much that you felt tired but still didn't act? Have you ever imagined many possible problems even when nothing has happened yet?If your answer is yes, you are not alone. Today we're going to talk about something that affects millions of people every day: Overthinking. Why do we do it? Why is it so hard to stop? And more importantly, what is it doing to our minds and our lives?Today we have a very special guest. He is a psychologist and researcher who specializes in anxiety, decision-making, and cognitive behavior. He has studied how the human brain processes uncertainty, fear, and information overload. Today he will help us understand why we overthink everything and what we can do about it. Thank you very much for being here today.Thank you. I'm very happy to be here because overthinking is one of the most common psychological patterns I see in my work. And the interesting thing is this: Many people believe overthinking is a sign of intelligence. They think, "I think a lot, so I am careful. I analyze everything, so I make better decisions." But in reality, overthinking often does the opposite. It creates confusion, stress, and in many cases, inaction.That is very interesting. So overthinking is not always helpful even if people believe it is.Exactly. Let's start with a simple definition. Overthinking is when your mind repeats the same thoughts again and again without reaching a clear conclusion or action. It is not the same as thinking. Thinking helps you solve problems. Overthinking keeps you trapped in the problem.The Science Behind OverthinkingNow I want to explain something important from a scientific perspective. Our brain has a natural function to protect us. Thousands of years ago, humans needed to constantly analyze their environment to survive. They needed to ask, "Is this safe? Is there danger? What could go wrong?" This ability helped humans survive in dangerous environments.But today the world is different. We are not usually in physical danger. But our brain still works in the same way. So instead of asking, "Is there a tiger?" we ask, "What if I fail? What if they judge me? What if I make a mistake?" The brain is still trying to protect us, but now it is protecting us from social and emotional threats.So overthinking is connected to survival, but in a modern context.Exactly. And here's where the problem begins. The brain does not always know the difference between real danger and imagined danger.For example, imagine a student who wants to speak English in public. There is no real physical danger, but the brain starts creating scenarios: "What if I say something wrong? What if people laugh? What if I look stupid?" The body reacts as if something dangerous is happening. Heart rate increases. Muscles become tense. The person feels anxious. This creates a loop: Thought, emotion, more thoughts, more emotion. This loop is one of the main mechanisms behind overthinking.That explains why overthinking feels so intense even when nothing is actually happening.The Modern Triggers: Overload, Control, and PerfectionismExactly. Now, let me explain another important concept: Cognitive overload.Today, we live in a world full of information. Every day we consume social media, news, messages, videos, opinions. The brain receives more information than ever before in human history. And when the brain has too much information, it tries to process everything. This can create confusion.For example, imagine someone trying to make a simple decision like choosing a career or starting a business. They watch many videos. They read many opinions. They compare many options. Instead of becoming clear, they become more confused. This is called analysis paralysis. Too much thinking leads to no action.That is something many people experience today. They have too many options and too much information.Yes. And this creates mental noise. When the mind is full of noise, it becomes difficult to hear your own thoughts clearly. Now I want to talk about another cause of overthinking: The need to control.Many people overthink because they want to control the future. They want to predict everything. They want to avoid mistakes. They want to feel safe. But here is the reality: The future is uncertain. No matter how much you think, you cannot control everything. So what happens? The mind keeps searching for certainty but never finds it, and this creates more thinking.So overthinking is also connected to uncertainty.Yes. And this leads to another important factor: Perfectionism. Perfectionism is the belief that everything must be done perfectly. People who have this mindset often think, "I need the perfect decision. I need the perfect plan. I need to avoid mistakes." So they think more and more and more. But the more they think, the more they see possible problems, and this creates fear. So instead of acting, they delay.That explains why some people never start things. They are waiting for the perfect moment.Exactly. But perfection is not realistic, and waiting for perfection often leads to inaction. Let me share a real example from one of my patients. He was a young professional who wanted to change careers. He spent months thinking about it. He made lists of pros and cons. He watched many videos. He asked many people for advice.But after 6 months, nothing changed. When I asked him why he had not made a decision, he said, "I'm still thinking." But in reality, he was not moving forward. He was trapped in thinking. After some sessions, we discovered something important: He was not overthinking because he needed more information. He was overthinking because he was afraid of making the wrong decision.That is powerful. So sometimes overthinking is not about thinking, it is about fear.Yes, that's correct. And this is something very important to understand. Overthinking often looks like logic, but it is driven by emotion—fear, insecurity, and doubt.The Real Consequences of OverthinkingNow let's talk about the consequences of overthinking, because many people believe overthinking is harmless, but it has real effects:Mental Exhaustion: Thinking all the time uses a lot of energy. People feel tired even if they did nothing physically.Stress and Anxiety: The mind keeps imagining negative scenarios. The body reacts as if those scenarios are real.Reduced Decision-Making Ability: When you think too much, every option starts to look risky. So, decisions become harder.Inaction: People stay in the same place not because they cannot move, but because they are stuck in their own thoughts.That is very interesting and also a little scary because many people live like that every day.Yes. And the most dangerous part is that overthinking feels productive. People feel like they are doing something important, but in reality, they are not moving forward.Practical Strategies to Stop OverthinkingThis conversation is very deep. We talked about the brain's survival system, cognitive overload, the need for control, perfectionism, and the emotional side of overthinking. Now I would like to explore something very important. How can people stop overthinking? What practical strategies can they use in daily life? Not in theory, but in daily situations.That is the key question, because understanding overthinking is the first step. But learning how to manage it is what truly changes people's lives. And I want to start with something that may surprise many people:

获取全部文本资料公众号搜索：yymaster888Hey guys! Welcome back to my YouTube channel. My name is Ariannita la Gringa and in today's video I will teach all of you English. But can you guys tell me where I'm at? I'm at the pool. So in today's video, I will teach all of you pool vocabulary.What is the most important thing to bring if you are at the pool? Well, the most important thing is to bring a swimsuit. I am wearing a swimsuit. If you are a man you would wear swimming trunks. Now it's time to change my clothes because I can't go in the pool with these shorts.I just changed my clothes. I am wearing a one-piece bathing suit, but if you're at the pool you can also wear a two-piece bathing suit. And that is called a bikini. And if you're a man you will use these. These are swimming trunks. And you can go to the pool or the beach and wear your swimming trunks. And these are shorts that will dry easily especially if you get water on them.Testing the Water & Pool TypesRight now nobody is in the pool, but I will dip my toe in the water to check out the temperature of the water. I am dipping my toe in the water and it's pretty chilly (it's pretty cold), but I think once you jump in the pool and you're in it for a while, you get used to the water. And I normally don't do this just to wash off my feet. I usually like to dip my toe in the water and check the temperature before I get in the pool.This pool is an in-ground pool. It's in the ground, but another type of pool is an above-ground pool. Above-ground because it's above the ground. Let me know which pool do you prefer... Do you like an in-ground pool or do you like an above-ground pool? And if you're not a pool person do you like the beach?Sponsor SegmentBefore teaching you more pool vocabulary I want to ask you... 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Let's dive back into the video!Sun ProtectionOne thing you may need if you're at the pool is sunscreen. And why do you need sunscreen? Well I will be outside all day and the sun is out so I want to protect my skin and apply sunscreen all over my body so I do not get burnt. I am applying sunscreen all over my body and on my face because I do not want to get a sunburn. And for me it's very important to wear sunscreen every day even if you're not at the pool because you can still get burnt if you're working or in the sun all day. And I personally use sunscreen every day because I have fair and pale skin and I don't want to get burnt. Even when I'm back home (if it's cloudy) I still use sunscreen.And another thing you may need besides sunscreen are sunglasses. This is a pair of sunglasses and I wear sunglasses because I do not want to squint my eyes. I am squinting so when I use sunglasses I do not squint. And these protect my eyes from the sun. And wearing sunglasses is perfect especially when you lay down on a sun bed because you won't squint and you can relax and enjoy your day.The Pool Supply StoreThis pool is beautiful. I wonder how they built it and where they got all of their supplies to clean the pool. Do they have a pool store? Well yes they do, they have a pool supply store. Let's go ahead and check it out. Right now I'm outside the pool supply store. I'm curious to see what types of pool supplies they have so come along with me and let's go check it out.I am inside the pool supply store where they have a ton of different pool supplies. Behind me, this is pool tile so you can pick different kinds of pool tile to make a pool. And then when you go out of the pool you will walk on a patio and I am standing on travertine. This is the marble that will be your patio. In this store, you can find everything to build your dream pool and the prices range from $80,000 up to $1.2 million because you can pick how big you want your pool or the different things you want inside the pool.You can have a heated pool. This is a pool heater where your pool will be heated every day of the year. Even during the wintertime! And over here they have pool cleaners and different types of robots to clean your pool. Also, if you do not clean your pool every day your pool will turn green. That's why it's very important to buy cleaners like robots and also chemicals so your pool will stay blue and not green.They have different types of robots to clean your pool. This one is $700 and it is a suction cleaner so it'll suction out all the gunk in your pool and then this one is the most expensive robot at $999. And this is the cordless robotic cleaner. You can throw this in your pool and it'll drive in the pool and it'll go up the pool walls and clean everything inside the pool.Pool Accessories & FloatsAnd this is the fun part of the pool where you can swim in the pool and you have different types of things to help you float in the pool. This is a floaty. It's a ring with an animal on it and you can put your kid or your child in this ring and they can float around. And then you can also buy a huge inflated swan. You can enjoy your pool by laying out on the swan all day.And then if you're in the pool and you want to swim under the water then you can buy goggles. These are swim goggles and you put goggles on your face, over your eyes, and then you can go below the water open your eyes and see everything in the water without your eyes getting red.Now, what do you call these? These are pool noodles and you can float with pool noodles. When you're in the water you can put this pool noodle in the water, fill it up, and then blow and the water will spurt from this end. And then these are large armbands or you can say floaties. These armbands will wrap around both arms and then your little kid can float. And over here there are different kinds of floats. You can float on a unicorn.

获取全部文本资料公众号搜索：yymaster888Welcome back to the Learn English podcast, my friend. I'm Leo.And I'm Gwen. It's great to have you here with us today. Leo, you sound pretty excited today. What's on your mind?Hmm, I've been thinking about something interesting. Let me ask you this. Have you ever opened your bank account and thought, "Wait, what happened to my money?"Oh, yeah. That already feels a little emotional to talk about. Right? Sometimes you check your balance and think, "Okay, I'm doing fine." And other times it just gives you a heart attack looking at your account.Yeah, that's definitely not just you. I've been there, too.Wait, Gwen, seriously? You, too?Of course. I can talk about money very logically in theory, but in real life, money has its own way of teaching me harsh lessons.Wow, that's a bit shocking.There's actually a big gap between knowing about money and understanding your own money. Well, and when we talk about this, there is a phrase for it: financial literacy.Ooh, sounds fancy.Financial literacy means truly understanding where your money comes from, where it goes, and most importantly, being able to control it.That sounds great, but I don't have a finance degree or anything.And that's exactly the good news in today's episode. You don't need any degree. You can still manage your money with small habits, simple things that you can stick to over time.So, this episode is not going to turn us into millionaires in 1 week.Nope, silly. Today, we're going to share eight simple money tips that school never teaches you. They won't make you rich overnight, but they will help you fix the way your money is flowing in your life. And as always, we'll thoroughly explain everything so you can actually use it in your daily life.This episode is at a B2 level, so the vocabulary might be a bit richer. But don't worry, we'll repeat the key ideas and explain any new phrases when they come up. If you're at a B1 level, don't be afraid. It might feel a bit challenging, but that's exactly how you improve.All right, then what are we waiting for? Let's get started.The Problem with Modern SpendingSo, Leo, I'm guessing that what you said earlier was about how you handle your money, right? Mind sharing?Well, you know how it is. I've got a pretty steady job. I also do some side jobs.Sounds like you stay busy.Yeah, there was even one time I almost bailed on you just because of a side job.I remember that, but hey, it's in the past. Keep going.So, yeah, my income is honestly not bad. Sometimes I open my banking app, I actually feel pretty good about myself.That sounds great, though.One day, I was out shopping and when I tried to pay, my card got declined.Wait, what?It was so awkward. Luckily, I had some cash on me, so I could still cover it.Oh, no.When I got home, I just sat there thinking it through. Then it hit me. Wait, where did all my money go?That sounds really familiar. I don't think you're the only one. Right? You get paid, you feel great, you even tell yourself you're going to save this month, but money just disappears anyway.Exactly, and you have no idea what happened.Leo, honestly, most of the time it's rarely the big purchases that drain your bank account. It's all the little things you don't even notice.Yeah, the way we spend money now is just so different from before.Totally. Like in this digital age, you can shop online in seconds. A few clicks and it's done. No real thought involved.I agree. Sometimes I finish checking out and I can't even remember what I just bought.It's because paying has become way too painless. You just tap a card, scan a QR code, and you're done. There's no real feeling of losing money.That's true. You spend without feeling it. On top of that, you have those sneaky everyday expenses: coffee runs, takeout, random subscription services.Ugh, don't even get me started. I pay for Netflix every month, but I barely have the time to watch anything.See, each of those charges seems tiny on its own, but when you look at the monthly total, it's a completely different story.That hits. The convenience of modern life is genuinely such a financial trap. And that's not even the worst part. Think about the pressure from social media, like seeing everyone else living this amazing life and feeling like you should, too.Yep. What's actually the problem here? The problem isn't how much you earn, it's that you don't have control over how money leaves you.Okay, so if the problem is that I can't control my spending, should I start writing down every single purchase I make?Actually, that's not the best first step. You might keep up at first, but it's easy to forget when you're busy.Oh, I see. So, what's a better approach then?

获取全部文本资料公众号搜索：yymaster888Hello. Today, you will listen to a real English conversation about going shopping. A man needs to buy clothes for an important social event. But, there is a problem. The event is very modern and youthful, and he's not sure how to dress. He wants to look good, make a great impression, and feel confident. But, will he follow fashion or his own style? Let's listen to their conversation.Conversation: Part 1Hello. Excuse me. I need some help.Of course, sir. How can I help you?I have an important social event this weekend. And I need to look presentable.That sounds great. What kind of event is it?It's a young and modern event. Many young people will be there.I see. And what style do you usually wear?Well, I usually wear classic clothes. Simple, elegant. Nothing too modern.That's a good style. But, for this event, maybe we can try something more fashionable.Yes, that's why I'm here. I want to look good. Maybe a little more modern.Perfect. Let me show you some options. Okay. This is a slim-fit shirt. It's very popular now. The material is light and comfortable.Mhm. It looks nice. What color is it?It's light blue. It gives a fresh and modern look.I like the color. But, is it too young for me?Not at all. Anyone can wear this. It's about how you combine it.I suppose so.I understand. You can combine it with these dark jeans.Jeans? For a social event?Yes. Nowadays, it is very common. These are elegant jeans, not casual.Mhm. Interesting.Also, you can add this jacket. It's modern, but still elegant.Let me see. Oh, it's very stylish.Yes. And the material is very soft. You will feel comfortable.What about the size?I think you are a medium. But, let's check. Okay. Yes, medium fits you perfectly.Good. I am medium size then.Now, let's talk about shoes. These sneakers are very trendy.Sneakers? I usually wear formal shoes.I understand. But, these are clean and elegant sneakers.Um... I'm not sure.You can also add a watch. Accessories are very important.Yes, I like watches. This one is simple, but modern. Mhm. It looks nice.So, you have shirt, jeans, jacket, sneakers, and a watch.Yes, everything looks good, but...But, what?I don't feel like myself.What do you mean?It looks good, but it doesn't feel like my style.Mhm. That's important.I think I prefer something more... more classic.That's okay. Let's find something that matches your personality.Yes, please. And sorry for wasting your time.No, you don't have to apologize. That's okay. Here is a white shirt. Very classic and elegant.Mhm. I like that.And these formal pants. Perfect for any social event.Yes, this feels more like me.You can add this blazer. It's simple, but very elegant.This is perfect. And formal shoes?Yes. Definitely. Great choice.You know, I wanted to try something new.And you did.Yes, but I think it's more important to feel comfortable.I agree, sir. Fashion is important, but your essence is more important.Exactly.You can follow trends, but you should always be yourself.That's true. In the end, confidence is the best style.I couldn't agree more. Thank you.

获取全部文本资料公众号搜索：yymaster888I wake up at 7:00. I shave after I wake up. After that, I take a hot shower. Then I brush my teeth and comb my hair. I cook breakfast and brew coffee. I eat my breakfast at the kitchen table. I like eggs, sausage, tomatoes, toast, a big cup of coffee, and a croissant.After that, I brush my teeth again and go to the garage. I walk to my car, open the door, and get in. I fasten the seat belt, turn on the car, and then I leave. I drive to work. It's a beautiful day. The weather is really nice.I arrive at work at half past 8:00. I unfasten the seat belt, open the door, get out of the car, and go to my office. I arrive at my office at 8:40. I check my emails. At 9:00, I have a meeting. My lunch break is at midday. At 12:05, I eat my food. I bring my food to the office. I finish my lunch break at 1:00 p.m. I work until 6:00. Then I return home. I have dinner, take a shower, and go to bed.At the DentistGood afternoon, Lucy.Good afternoon, Doctor.Is this your first time here?Yes, it is.Welcome to my dental clinic. Please sit in the dental chair. Lie back for me, please. Great. Let me put this bib on you. It protects your T-shirt. Lucy, tell me about your oral hygiene.I brush my teeth in the morning, but I don't floss.Flossing is a crucial step in your oral hygiene.I brush my teeth before bed.That's not enough. All right. Let me take a look at your mouth. Open it for me, please. Lucy, your teeth are very dirty. Your mouth has bacteria. They cause bad breath. You don't brush your teeth properly. You don't floss. You don't clean your tongue. We don't see healthy gums. Let me be honest with you. You don't take care of your mouth.I know, Doc. I feel embarrassed.Let's start a daily oral hygiene routine, okay?Okay, I promise.Now, let me remove the plaque and tartar from your teeth. Your mouth is clean now.Thank you, Doc. I appreciate your help.It's my pleasure, Lucy.Asking for a RaiseMiranda, do you have a minute?Yes, Josh. What do you need?I need a raise.A raise?Yes.Why do you need a raise?I work hard every day.You work hard, but why now?My rent increases this month.Do you have new expenses?Yes, I do. My car needs repairs.How much do you ask for?I ask for a 10% raise.What value do you bring to the team?I finish my projects on time. I help new employees.Do clients give good feedback about you?Yes, they do. They send positive emails.I see your effort, but the budget is tight.So, what is your decision?I offer 5% and a review in 6 months.That sounds fair. Thank you for your time.You're welcome, Josh.The Traffic TicketDad, there's a police car behind us. Do we have to stop?Of course. Pull over.Young lady, why do you drive so fast?I'm so sorry, officer. I have a lead foot.You need to slow down. I have to give you a ticket.I don't want to get a ticket.You have to follow the speed limit. You drive very fast. You have to pay this ticket within a week. You need to obey the law. Have a good day.What do we do now?Well, we have to pay this ticket. You need to learn how to drive a sports car. You have to control the car. The car doesn't control you. Let's go.Ordering FoodOfficer, today I want to eat steak. Do you want to try the picanha?Is it charcoal grilled?Yes, it is.What do you recommend to drink?I recommend a glass of red wine.That sounds nice. Do you want to eat here or at the restaurant?Here, please.Okay.Office WorkSo, Marcus, this is where you work?That's right. You come to see me, but now I'm coming to you. What are you working on?I'm working on the annual budget.Are you preparing it for the meeting tomorrow?Yes, I am. I'm checking the numbers and updating the report.Are you adding the new expenses?I'm adding them right now.Are you going to finish it tonight?Yes, I am.You're a valuable employee, Marcus. I appreciate your effort.I expect you to pay me for this, Miranda.Don't worry about that, Marcus. I'm going to pay you.That's good.