Accept your accent
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Accept Your Accent: You’ll Never Lose It (And That’s Okay!)

ByMagdalena Kolarova

“Accept your accent,” I advised one of my mentees today. She lives in Toronto and as a non-native English speaker, was frustrated after trying hard to hide her Eastern European accent, yet people still ask her where she is from. Many language learners dream of speaking English with a perfect native-like accent.  They believe that…

A River Never Goes Back: Keep Moving Forward in Language Learning
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A River Never Goes Back: Keep Moving Forward in Language Learning

ByMagdalena Kolarova

How do we keep moving forward in language learning? I have many students and mentees asking me this question. Often I give them this advice: Find a river, stand by its edge, and watch its steady flow. No matter how many twists and turns it takes, it never moves backward.   It keeps going forward, carving…

roadmap to English learning
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Win with a Clear Roadmap For English Learning—Let’s Do It Together!

ByMagdalena Kolarova

Can you win with a clear roadmap for English learning? I know the way! Let’s do It together! From my years as a language mentor, I’ve seen that every English learner needs a clear roadmap to fluency.  Many students come to me frustrated, not because they lack motivation, but because they don’t know what to…

Winter Vocabulary for English Learners
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Winter Vocabulary for English Learners: Cold Season is Still Here

ByMagdalena Kolarova

On this cold day, I’m excited to introduce this special edition: Winter Vocabulary for English Learners. ❄️ I’m dreaming of spring, but here in Toronto, it’s -20°C, and we just survived a harsh snowstorm.  Schools and many businesses are closed, so I’m taking a snow day too.  I decided to write a learning plan for…

Idioms for Everyday Conversations
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10 Quick Tricks to Master Idioms for Everyday Conversations

ByMagdalena Kolarova

Mastering idioms for everyday conversations is one of the most exciting yet challenging parts of learning a new language.  As an English learner, I’ve realized that simply memorizing idioms isn’t enough.  You need to learn them quickly and effectively to use them naturally in conversations.   I’ll share some tricks that have helped me master idioms…

Valentine’s Day Vocabulary for Married Couples
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Valentine’s Day Vocabulary for Married Couples: Love Language in English

ByMagdalena Kolarova

Valentine’s Day Vocabulary for Married Couples is the third installment of my series on Valentine’s Day vocabulary! 💖 Throughout this series, I explore different topics and share unique ideas on celebrating the day of love. So, I’m officially declaring this the month of love! 💕 In this article, I focus on married couples and why…

Valentine's Day Vocabulary
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Valentine’s Day Vocabulary: Learn Romantic Words, Phrases, and Idioms to Impress Your Loved One

ByMagdalena Kolarova

Valentine’s Day Vocabulary is a great way to boost your English skills while celebrating the day of love. Let’s look at some Romantic vocabulary for Valentine’s Day conversations with English speakers. Celebrate Love with New Words This Valentine’s Day! Valentine’s Day is the perfect time to express your feelings and connect with someone special.  If…

Start 2025 with a Simple English Learning Plan! Ready for a fresh start? Let's do this! 🎉 There’s something magical about starting fresh, isn’t there? A new year feels like a blank slate, full of possibilities—a perfect time to set your intentions and create a plan for success. If improving your English skills is one of your goals this year, let’s start with a simple, effective plan to make it happen. Here’s how you can kick off 2025 on the right foot: ✅ Create a Simple English Learning To-Do List for 2025 Setting clear goals will keep you focused and motivated throughout the year. Here’s how: Write down three English learning goals for 2025. Examples: Expand your vocabulary, improve your pronunciation, or start writing confidently in English. Break your goals into smaller, actionable tasks. For example: For "expand vocabulary," commit to learning five new words daily using flashcards or apps. For "improve pronunciation," practice with tongue twisters or record yourself speaking. For "write confidently," journal in English every morning or evening. Focus on one goal at a time and track your progress. Avoid overwhelm by tackling one task before moving to the next. Use trackers or apps to celebrate milestones, like mastering 50 new words or completing a week of journaling. 🛠️ Use Technology to Stay on Track The tech world is your best friend when it comes to learning English efficiently: ChatGPT for practice: Use it for quick conversations, grammar checks, or even brainstorming ideas for writing. Language learning apps: Apps like Duolingo or Memrise can gamify your study sessions. Facebook groups: Join communities like my English Study Helper group for support and tips from fellow learners. What are your English learning goals for 2025? Want to Be Among the Top 1% of Language Learners? Here’s How to Stand Out! If we want to achieve extraordinary results in language learning, we must approach it differently than most people do. As we discussed in my previous blog post, success is about intentional effort and consistency. Bill Gates famously said, "Most people overestimate what they can do in one year and underestimate what they can do in ten years." This rings true for language learning. Progress isn’t about luck—it’s about mastering a handful of effective strategies and applying them consistently. Here are some of the key lessons I’ve learned this year that can elevate your language-learning game: 1. Focus is Everything Trying to learn multiple languages or juggling various unrelated methods? Stop. Focus entirely on one language and one approach at a time. This concentrated effort will accelerate your progress. When you spread yourself too thin, you make minimal progress in each area. Instead, commit fully to one goal—whether it’s improving conversational skills, mastering grammar, or expanding vocabulary. 2. Track Your Progress “What gets tracked gets measured.” Keeping a language journal can transform your learning. Here’s what to do: At the end of each day, jot down what you practiced (e.g., 10 new words, a speaking exercise, or a grammar quiz). Highlight wins, such as completing a difficult lesson, in green. Note challenges or insights in a "Lessons Learned" section. At the end of the month, review your notes to see what’s working and adjust your plan as needed. Over time, this journal becomes a roadmap that shows your growth and guides future learning decisions. 3. Adopt the Habits of the Top 1% If you want to be among the best language learners, adopt the habits of the most successful learners. Start with elimination: Does someone serious about language learning spend hours scrolling social media instead of practicing
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Study Plan for Fluency: Top Tips for Long-term Progress

ByMagdalena Kolarova

Start 2025 with a simple English study plan for fluency! Ready for a fresh start? Let’s do this! 🎉 There’s something magical about starting fresh, isn’t there?  A new year feels like a blank slate, full of possibilities—a perfect time to set your intentions and create a plan for success.  If improving your English skills…

Success Personality Quiz
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Success Personality Quiz: Reveal the Secret to Your Full Potential

ByMagdalena Kolarova

Take the Success Personality Quiz to reveal the secret to your full potential! Have you ever wondered why some people seem to achieve success almost effortlessly, while others struggle for years to reach their goals? Have you ever wondered why some people grasp English quickly, while others struggle with even the simplest words? You might…

How to write Resolutions in English: Lesson Plan
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How to write Resolutions in English: Lesson Plan

ByMagdalena Kolarova

Objective:Learn how to write resolutions using “I am going to” and “I will,” understand the difference between them, and practice writing your resolutions. 🎉 How to Write Resolutions That Stick (and Practice Your English at the Same Time!) The start of a new year feels magical—a blank slate full of possibilities. It’s the perfect time…