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The How to Learn Languages Podcast

Whether you're learning Spanish, French, or Arabic, the process of learning a language as an adult isn't all that different. The mindset, the habits, and the process are what Alyssa Bonelli has spent 12 years understanding and teaching, both as a tutor and a student. Learn how to learn a language with this podcast's short episodes helping you get from "I think I want to learn a language" to your first major milestone. And then come back and start all over again with another language.Learning a language is great for your brain and your ability to connect with others, so join me to figure out the process of hitting your goals.You can learn more by buying the How to Learn a Language course on Udemy, here: https://www.udemy.com/course/how-to-learn-languages/?referralCode=5C91172D04C0FB08F5D4<

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  1. 10

    Celebrate the wins

    After an episode about what inevitably goes wrong, let's use this last episode of the season to end on a high note! We'll talk about the goals, milestones, and wins to celebrate along the way as you learn a language.For more on how to learn a language, get this Udemy course, here: https://www.udemy.com/course/how-to-learn-languages/?referralCode=5C91172D04C0FB08F5D4For help with learning Spanish, visit gringaconsulting.com

  2. 9

    The rut is coming

    We talk about the inevitability of a rut in your practice, and how to handle the mental game of learning a language for the long term. For more on how to learn a language, get this Udemy course, here: https://www.udemy.com/course/how-to-learn-languages/?referralCode=5C91172D04C0FB08F5D4For help with learning Spanish, visit gringaconsulting.com

  3. 8

    Spending money on learning a language

    We'll talk about when it's time to invest in your language learning in this episode. As a person who makes her living off of teaching a language, this advice may not be what you're expecting.For more on how to learn a language, get this Udemy course, here: https://www.udemy.com/course/how-to-learn-languages/?referralCode=5C91172D04C0FB08F5D4For help with learning Spanish, visit gringaconsulting.com

  4. 7

    How and when to study

    So you have a plan, and you know you need to make adjustments month to month. Something else to experiment with and change as you go, is how and when you study. We'll discuss some ways to test out different ideas, so you can always find the time to sneak in some language learning.For more on how to learn a language, get this Udemy course, here: https://www.udemy.com/course/how-to-learn-languages/?referralCode=5C91172D04C0FB08F5D4For help with learning Spanish, visit gringaconsulting.com

  5. 6

    Recapping your progress

    Building a tracker is one thing, following is another, and the ultimate level of learning is to recap and reflect on how you did, month to month, in your language learning. This episode will show you how.For more on how to learn a language, get this Udemy course, here: https://www.udemy.com/course/how-to-learn-languages/?referralCode=5C91172D04C0FB08F5D4For help with learning Spanish, visit gringaconsulting.com

  6. 5

    Building a study tracker

    I swear by and use the method that I will be sharing in this episode - if you want to have something tangible to hold you accountable, show you a progress bar, and keep you well-rounded in your language learning, let's talk about how to build a tracker!For templates and a visual walkthrough of how to build a tracker, get my Udemy course, through this link: https://www.udemy.com/course/how-to-learn-languages/?referralCode=5C91172D04C0FB08F5D4

  7. 4

    Gut check

    As with anything that will take your time, energy, and money, it's my duty to ask: Are you ready for this? To not only make a study plan and tracker, but to invest the time into sticking with it? If you're ready for some real talk, see you in this episode!For more on how to learn a language, get this Udemy course, here: https://www.udemy.com/course/how-to-learn-languages/?referralCode=5C91172D04C0FB08F5D4For help with learning Spanish, visit gringaconsulting.com

  8. 3

    What to work on in each pillar

    Now that you know what the four pillars of learning are (reading, writing, listening and speaking), let's chat about what some ideas are for practicing each one. Be ready to take notes!For more on how to learn a language, get this Udemy course, here: https://www.udemy.com/course/how-to-learn-languages/?referralCode=5C91172D04C0FB08F5D4For help with learning Spanish, visit gringaconsulting.com

  9. 2

    The Four Pillars

    Learn about the four things you have to do to be conversationally proficient and beyond in any language, and why you need to be doing all four, as early as possible!For more on how to learn a language, get this Udemy course, here: https://www.udemy.com/course/how-to-learn-languages/?referralCode=5C91172D04C0FB08F5D4For help with learning Spanish, visit gringaconsulting.com

  10. 1

    Taking the first steps to learning a language

    Listen in for two quick tips for how to get your language learning journey started off right, or for how to get back on track.For more on how to learn a language, get this Udemy course, here: https://www.udemy.com/course/how-to-learn-languages/?referralCode=5C91172D04C0FB08F5D4For help with learning Spanish, visit gringaconsulting.com

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Whether you're learning Spanish, French, or Arabic, the process of learning a language as an adult isn't all that different. The mindset, the habits, and the process are what Alyssa Bonelli has spent 12 years understanding and teaching, both as a tutor and a student. Learn how to learn a language with this podcast's short episodes helping you get from "I think I want to learn a language" to your first major milestone. And then come back and start all over again with another language.Learning a language is great for your brain and your ability to connect with others, so join me to figure out the process of hitting your goals.You can learn more by buying the How to Learn a Language course on Udemy, here: https://www.udemy.com/course/how-to-learn-languages/?referralCode=5C91172D04C0FB08F5D4<

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