Retain Progress During the Holidays

I know how busy the festive seasons are! Especially if you have little kids! Add all the planning, travel, and family engagements and you’re left with zero time for anything else! However, it’s essential to find ways to retain progress during the Holidays without this feeling like an additional burden. Moreover, it can and should … Read more

Setting Realistic Language Learning Goals

Embarking on a language-learning journey is an exciting endeavour. However, it’s crucial to set realistic goals to ensure continuous motivation and progress. In this blog post, we’ll explore the dangers of aiming for perfection and the demotivation that can accompany unrealistic goals. Additionally, I’ll provide valuable tips on setting achievable goals that will keep you … Read more

Reduce your Anxiety in Portuguese

Here are a few strategies to implement to reduce your anxiety in Portuguese and avoid your “mind going blank” when you try to speak Portuguese: 1 – Listening to Portuguese music or podcasts Listening to Portuguese language content can help you get used to the rhythm and intonation of the language, as well as pick … Read more

How to learn European Portuguese

How to Stay Motivated Learning European Portuguese - Practical Language Learning Advice

Learning European Portuguese is exciting at the beginning. You learn how to say olá, obrigado, maybe order a coffee confidently… and then reality hits. You realise pronunciation feels different. Listening feels fast. Progress feels slower than you imagined. If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Whether you’re a beginner or already building momentum, staying motivated … Read more