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How to Learn a LanguageAuthor: Lindsay Dow
How to Learn a Language is the podcast with the very self-explanatory name! Well cover all aspects of language learning, especially focusing on learning how to learn languages better. From time to time guests might pop by to share how they learn languages, but mostly itll be me and you hanging out so hey, get comfy and let's learn how to learn a language. Follow for more at https://www.lindsaydoeslanguages.com/podcast Got a question? A topic you'd like covered or a guest you'd like to hear from? Email me at lindsay[at]doeslanguages[dot]com. Language: en-gb Genres: Education, Language Learning Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Grace & Space is for...People Who Compare Themselves Too Much
Thursday, 11 September, 2025
This episode is for language learners stuck in the comparison trap. I share why comparing yourself to others is inevitable but unhelpful and how to shift your focus to your own progress. I explain why direct comparison rarely helps because our goals and circumstances differ and how joining diverse language communities like Grace and Space can reduce comparison pressure. I also highlight the value of community over isolation and introduce co-study sessions designed to boost motivation without competition. If you struggle with comparison, this episode and the upcoming Grace and Space event from September 25-28th are for you.---**GRACE & SPACE TICKETS**🥰 Grace & Space tickets: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/graceandspace **GET STARTED FOR FREE**🎁 Free Video Training - How to Finally Learn That Language: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/freevideo 🎁 Free Ultimate Language Resource List: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/list---**WORK WITH LINDSAY**💛 Language Life - Speak fearlessly, trust your language gut & master your process: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/ll💬 Speak 28x28 Challenge - 4 weeks to speaking confidence. Any language, any level: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/speak🎲 Promptly - Get fun prompts & challenges to keep practicing daily: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/prom...📺 Watch & Learn - Master language study through my bingeable video course: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/watc...📒 Learner Planner - Plan & track your language goals like a pro: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/lear...🎶 Music Maestro - Learn languages with music & lyrics: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/music🔡 Vibrant Vocab - Finally build a vocabulary that sticks: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/vocab🎨 100 Creative Ideas for Language Learners - Beat boredom & stay consistent: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/100c...🥳 Successful Self-Study - Build habits that make language learning last: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/sss---**TIMESTAMPS** [00:00] Intro + Event OverviewWelcome back, details of Grace & Space, this episode’s focus: comparison in language learning.[01:00] Comparison is InevitableWhy comparison happens in group learning settings — and why it’s not about avoiding it, but knowing how to respond.[02:00] Shift Focus to Your Own ProgressPractical reframe: celebrate your growth instead of measuring against others. “What have you done today to make yourself proud?”[03:00] Why Direct Comparison Doesn’t WorkEveryone’s goals, time, and experiences differ — your only useful comparison is with your past self.[04:00] Spaces With Different Languages + LevelsHow mixed groups (any language, any level) reduce comparison triggers and keep learning healthy.[06:00] Community Beats IsolationThe value of supportive communities like co-study sessions, where accountability comes without direct competition.[07:00] Closing + Event InvitationEvent dates, co-study highlights, ticket details, bonus package, and ways to connect.---**JOIN THE COMMUNITY**💌 Language Sparks Emails - Get fresh tips & motivation multiple times a week: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/emailme🎥 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LindsayDowLanguages👩💻 Read the blog for curated language learning advice: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/---**LET’S CONNECT**💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindsaydoeslanguages/📍 Pinterest: https://uk.pinterest.com/ldlanguages/📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lindsaydoeslanguages/---🗣 languagelearning #learnalanguage #polyglot #personaldevelopment #moveabroad #connectwithheritage #getfluent
