Did you know that August 8th is International Cat Day? Well, whether you did or not, happy Cat Day to you! And here’s our gift—a post about cat-related things: common cat breeds, essential cat body parts you should know, and a few cat-related idioms to top it off. Enjoy! Meow!
Time spent with cats is never wasted. Sigmund FreudRead more ›
Writing and posting articles tagged “my diary” still feels a little tricky for me. Not just because it’s something new and not typically done on this website, but primarily because it’s personal. And the reason I’d like to continue going this personal here on my blog, which is primarily devoted to English as a second language, is that I believe what I have to share relates to learning in a broad, meaningful sense. Learning a language is just part of the lifelong learning journey many of us are fortunate to be on.
So, the purpose of this blog entry is to encourage you, my reader, to think about how our priorities change over time and how beautiful that change can be. To put this into a more practical, language-learning perspective, I’ll focus on the importance of self-acceptance and giving ourselves some slack when undertaking a challenge as big as mastering a foreign language. If you find this aspect particularly interesting, please check my post “Finding Joy in Growth, Not Perfection.” Now, let’s dive into what I actually mean by a new beginning.
As the Olympics bring the world together to celebrate athletic prowess and national pride, it’s the perfect time to dive into some sports idioms that add flair to our conversations about the Games. Whether you’re a seasoned sports fan or new to the Olympic spirit, these idioms will help you discuss the events like a pro.
It’s great to be in the swim of things!Read more ›