Emotional English

NEW PHILOSOPHY DIVE EPISODE IS UP!

Have you ever wondered if what you see is really real?

Plato, one of the greatest thinkers of ancient Greece, believed that our world is just a reflection — a shadow — of something deeper and more perfect. He imagined another world, a place of pure “Forms” or “Ideas,” where everything exists in its most perfect version.

In this week’s episode, we explore Plato’s Allegory of the Cave — a powerful story about people who live in darkness, seeing only shadows on a wall and believing that’s all there is. But one day, someone escapes... and sees the truth.

Through this story, Plato challenges us to open our minds and search for the deeper meaning of reality, goodness, and truth — not with our eyes, but with our reason.

Here are 5 key words to help you on this philosophical journey:

Essence — the most important quality of something.

Perceive — to notice or become aware of something.

Abstract — existing as an idea, not a physical object.

Eternal — lasting forever, with no end.

Ultimate — the final or most important thing.

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Do you think what we see is real — or just shadows of something greater?

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NEW BUSINESS VIBE EPISODE IS HERE!

Let’s be honest — we’ve all felt that little spark of urgency when a deadline is coming up. Sometimes that pressure gives us energy and focus. But when it’s always there? That’s a recipe for disaster.

Living in constant fear at work doesn’t make people better. It kills innovation, creates a toxic atmosphere, and eventually the whole company just grinds to a halt. People stop dreaming, stop risking, and start looking for the exit.

But here’s the good news: fear itself isn’t the enemy. The best leaders know how to channel it into something positive — a healthy challenge. And instead of scaring their teams, they inspire them to reach higher.

In this week’s Business Vibe episode of Emotional English, we’ll talk about:

Why fear feels powerful but backfires in the long run.

How great leaders use pressure the right way.

7 key words you can use to sound more confident in business English.

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What about you? Do you work better under pressure, or when someone inspires you instead?

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We continue our Reading Cub. The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho.

In this week’s Reading Club episode, we continue Paulo Coelho’s The Alchemist. The young shepherd is learning about dreams, choices, and the strange advice of an old man in the plaza.

Along the way, we also meet words and expressions that make your English richer and more natural. Here are 5 to learn from today’s reading:

disappointed — feeling sad when things don’t happen as expected

refreshing — something that makes you feel cool, new, or full of energy

burial — a ceremony when someone is put into the ground after death

shear — to cut the wool off a sheep

strike up a conversation — to start talking with someone, often a stranger

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THE NEW PODCAST EPISODE IS UP! ️

Feeling stressed by news, notifications, and things you can't control? A Roman emperor from 2000 years ago had the same problem, and his advice is shockingly modern.

This choice is all about focusing on what you can control: your THOUGHTS. And the feeling of taking back that control is the best REWARD.

Our new Emotional English episode dives into 'The Greatest Quotes of All Time', starting with the Roman emperor Marcus Aurelius. His words are perfect practice for Pre-Intermediate and Intermediate learners.

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What is a favorite quote that inspires YOU? 

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THE NEW PODCAST EPISODE IS UP! ️

Finding a new place to live is a mix of big emotions: excitement, stress, hope... and confusion, especially when you have to do it in English!

Words like 'lease', 'utilities', and 'landlord' can be tricky. This choice is all about being PREPARED. And the feeling of finding your new home is the best REWARD.

Our new Emotional English episode is a practical vocabulary lesson to help you sound confident and natural when talking about renting an apartment or house. It's perfect practice for Pre-Intermediate and Intermediate learners.

Listen and learn how to use these 10 essential English words and phrases for real life:

Roommate

Lease

Utilities

Landlord

Security Deposit

Run-down

Furnished

Desirable

Break a lease

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What is the #1 most important thing you look for in a new home?

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We've all been there... You have a long-term GOAL (like becoming fluent in English!), but a short-term TEMPTATION (like watching a movie instead of studying) appears.

What do you do?

This choice is all about DISCIPLINE. And the feeling of achieving your goal is the best REWARD.

Our new podcast episode on Emotional English explores this exact idea with a simple and powerful story called "The Bicycle and the Bank."

It's perfect practice for Pre-Intermediate and Intermediate learners.

Listen to the story and learn how to use these 5 important English words in your daily conversations:

Deposit

Temptation

Goal

Discipline

Reward

Click the link to listen and tell us in the comments: What is a long-term goal YOU are working towards right now?

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Why do women's careers often slow down after having a baby, while men's don't?

It’s a real and painful problem , and it has a name:

the "Motherhood Penalty."

It's the hidden cost of motherhood—the missed promotions , the unfair assumptions, the lost potential income .

In our new podcast episode, we're talking about why this happens and the long-term effects it has on women's lives.

Ladies, this is a conversation we all need to have.

To understand this important issue, listen to the new episode now. 

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We continue our Reading Cub. The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho.

What if a dream could lead you to a real treasure?

We meet a young shepherd who has the same powerful dream, twice: a mysterious child leads him to the Egyptian pyramids and promises him a hidden treasure.

He finds an old woman to interpret the dream, but her price is… unusual. She doesn't want his money. She wants one-tenth of a treasure that might not even exist.

Would you make that deal? A promise for a dream?

To hear the full, magical scene and the boy's surprising reaction, you'll have to listen to the episode! This is where the adventure truly begins.

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New Podcast Episode is Up! 

Do you want the secret to a good life? 


The answer might be 2,000 years old. 


In our latest podcast episode, we're unpacking Aristotle's guide to happiness—and it's all about action, not just thinking.


Learn how to find your purpose, master your habits, and live with virtue. 
This isn't a history lesson; it's a life lesson.


Boost your English and your mindset at the same time. 



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New Podcast Episode is Up!

The Weight of Social Shame

Have you ever felt like you wanted to disappear after saying or doing something in public?

Like… “Why did I say that? Everyone must think I’m so weird...”

That feeling? It’s called social shame — and it’s more common (and more powerful) than we like to admit.

But guess what? You’re not alone.

In this episode, we’re digging into the deep emotional weight of social shame — why it shows up, how it affects our relationships, and what we can do to handle it with more self-compassion.

You’ll learn words like:

Innate – something you’re born with, not learned

Vulnerability – being open to emotional hurt or judgment

Stigma – unfair disapproval by society

Scrutiny – close, detailed attention or inspection

Unwarranted – without reason, not justified

Tap play to explore your emotions, learn real-life English, and become a little more emotionally fluent today.

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What social situations make you feel awkward or ashamed? Let’s talk about it in the comments

You’re not alone here.

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