More good habits for English Learners
and how you can practise your English with me
Hello!
Last week, I shared some good habits to help you improve your English. If you missed that, you can read them here:
Here are five more!
More good habits
1. Record and review
How often do you feel frustrated because you can’t remember what you learnt yesterday? When you learn some new words or grammar, it’s important to write it down. You could use your phone to make notes but using pen and paper works better. Then you need to review your notes, maybe the next day or two days later, and then again after a few more days. This way, you’ll remember a lot more.
2. Find a study buddy
Learning English with a friend or partner can make learning more fun and motivating and you get somebody you can practise your English with as well. Even if you don’t have much time to meet, just chatting about your studies on WhatsApp or in a Facebook group can help. When you tell somebody what you’re doing or what you’re going to do, it’s more likely that you’ll actually do it! Don’t know how to find somebody? Keep reading until the end!
3. Set goals
If you set yourself some small and realistic goals, this will help you with your learning. Your goals shouldn’t be too big or unrealistic, like “I’m going to be fluent in a month”. Smaller and more measurable goals work better, like “I’m going to learn ten new words a day for the next month” or “I’m going to learn how to use a new tense each week.” (You can read more about setting goals here.)
4. Stay positive
When you achieve the goals you set for yourself, this will help you to feel motivated to keep going. Think about what you have learnt or what you’ve been able to do in English this week and celebrate your wins. Also, don’t compare yourself with other people. It’s not a competition! Just work on being better than you were last week.
5. Relax
Do you need to change the way you think about mistakes? So many learners are worried about making a mistake and being laughed at. You need to see mistakes as a normal part of the learning process. They are also an opportunity to learn. And try not to worry about what other people think. If they laugh, then they are mean and that’s their problem, not yours!
These small changes can make a big difference to your English learning! Maybe just try one thing at a time. What’s one habit you can start working on today? Give it a try and see how it helps your English progress!
How to practise your English with me
Remember in point 2 I suggested you find somebody to practise your English with? Well here are two suggestions:
1. Join one of my Facebook groups.
I have TWO Facebook groups. Please read this CAREFULLY and choose the best group for you:
“English Conversation for Women”
Obviously, this group is for WOMEN ONLY! It’s a small and cosy group. Plus, we have monthly chats on Zoom for free.
Women can join here.
“Practise English with Katie”
This group is for MEN, WOMEN, EVERYONE.
You can join here.
2. Join my conversation group for women, starting NEXT WEEK.
This is a chance for you to:
➡️ practise your English and build your confidence
➡️ ask any questions you might have
➡️ connect with other women who are learning English
➡️ relax and enjoy an English conversation in safe, non-judgemental space
Here are the details:
- Dates: 4 Wednesdays - 16th April, 30th April, 14th May and 28th May
- Time: 5.00 p.m. UK time (You can ask Google what time that is in your country.)
- Place: On Zoom!
- Group size: maximum 6
- Price: £40 (Again, you can ask Google what that is in your currency.)
If you'd like to join us, you need to act fast! There are only three spaces left! And we start next week!
Reply to this email or leave a comment if you’re interested!
Next week, I’ll be starting a new series of reading lessons. I’ll tell you more next week so make sure you come back next Friday!
Have a good weekend!
Katie 💙
Thanks for sharing!
Kindness best
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