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Understanding the Mind, One Conversation at a Time

Psychology has always been more than just a field of study for me, it is a way of understanding peo...

Conversation Lessons: Much more than "Just Free Talk"

Many learners choose conversation lessons because speaking naturally in English is comfortable and ...

?? How to Balance Study and Free Time

When we think about studying, many of us imagine long hours at a desk, endless notes, and the press...

Don't Waffle

In communication,“To waffle” means to speak or write in a way that is unclear, indecisive, or overl...

Study Smart, Rest Better: Finding Your Perfect Balance

Let’s be honest studying all the time can feel exhausting. But having too much free time can also m...

“上”和“下”：不只是“up”和“down”

“上”和“下”：不只是“up”和“down” 在中文里，“上”和“下”是两个很常见的字。 很多中文学习者一开始会觉得它们只是表示 “up” 和 “down”。 其实，当“上”和“下”和不同的词组合的...

【旅行で使う日本語 #07】買い物｜JP/EN/繁中

お土産や洋服など、買い物をするときに役立つ日本語を紹介します。   【買い物でよく使う日本語】   ①試着（しちゃく） 服を着てみること → Trying on／試穿 >「試着してもいいですか...

めっちゃ(meccha) – A Very Popular Japanese Word

In class, many students often say “meccha.”授業で、学生はよく「めっちゃ」と言います。 It means “very” or “really.” 「とても」...

The most common English writing mistakes (and how to fix them)

One of the most interesting parts of being a language teacher is seeing how learners from completel...

How to balance study and free time

1. Plan your time (but keep it flexible) Create a daily or weekly schedule where you block out stud...

Mastering the Art of Balance: Study Smarter, Not Longer

Struggling to find time for both studies and yourself? You’re not alone. Here are 3 quick guideline...

3 Ways to Say “I’m Busy” in English

Saying just “I’m busy” can sound a bit plain. There are some natural and fun ways to say it that ma...

How to Balance Music Production Practice and Free Time

One of the biggest challenges my students face when learning music production isn’t creativity—it’s...

【旅行で使う日本語 #06】観光｜JP/EN/繁中

日本には美しいお寺や神社、自然など、見どころがたくさんあります。観光をもっと楽しむために、よく使う日本語を覚えておきましょう。   【観光でよく使う日本語】   ①入場券（にゅうじょうけん） 施設に...

Stop Feeling Guilty About Free Time — It's Making You Smarter

  How to Balance Study and Free Time One of the biggest challenges for language learners is finding...

Finished my 100th lesson here on cafétalk

I would like to take a moment to sincerely thank all of my students for your support, dedication, a...

**Useful** native phrases!

Idioms....phrasal verb...expressions - you might feel a bit overwhelmed at just how frequently you ...

Easter Celebration

Easter is a Christian festival, which falls on a different date every year. This year it is on the ...

Why English pronunciation is hard... and why it's not your fault!

Many English learners feel embarrassed of frustrated about their pronunciation. I hear it all the t...

Let’s Visit a Japanese Convenience Store!　日本(にほん)のコンビニへ行(い)こう！

いいですね、この動画はそのまま学習ブログ化しやすい素材です✨JLPT N3向けに「やさしい日本語＋読み仮名＋英語訳」で記事化しました?? 日本(にほん)のコンビニへ行(い)こう！ Let’s Vis...

【旅行で使う日本語 #05】コンビニ｜JP/EN/繁中

台湾と日本のコンビニは似ていますね。   【コンビニでよく使う日本語】   ①温めますか？（あたためますか） お弁当を温めるかどうか聞く表現 → Would you like this heated...

5 Study Methods That Actually Work

Introduction Many of us have heard about the common study habits that students use. Those can inclu...

Portuguese, Chilean, British... Adjectives of nationality and geographical origin (and a collection of little bowls from around the world)

Adjectives of nationality and geographical origin (and a collection of little bowls from around the...

The beauty of our perception after death

This video explores the concept of beauty and perception from a spiritual perspective, particularly...

【旅行で使う日本語 #04】レストラン｜JP/EN/繁中

台湾では食べたいものがありすぎて、１日３食じゃ足りません！ 【レストランでよく使う日本語】   ①予約（よやく） レストランに事前に席を確保すること → Reservation／訂位 >「予約...

Real Japanese Expressions ~Sound More Natural with Everyday Japanese~

Sound More Natural with Everyday Japanese   日本語（にほんご）を勉強（べんきょう）していると、こんなふうに思（おも）ったことはありませんか？   「文法（...

5 Simple Study Tips That Really Work

Whether you're learning English or any other subject, studying smart matters more than studying har...

【旅行で使う日本語 #03】ホテル｜JP/EN/繁中

日本のホテルはサービスがとても丁寧です。スタッフに声をかけるときに使う日本語を覚えておくと、もっと快適に過ごせますよ。   【ホテルでよく使う日本語】   ①チェックイン ホテルに到着して手続きをす...

I Know What I Mean… But I Can’t Say It Clearly: Why Clear Spoken English Begins Beyond Vocabulary

You know the idea. You’ve read it, written it, studied it. But when you try to explain it out loud ...

中国传统节日：二月二，龙抬头

农历二月初二，俗称“龙抬头”，是中国民间一个重要的传统节日。此时正值惊蛰前后，春回大地，万物复苏。古人认为，蛰伏一冬的龙在此日苏醒，抬头升天，行云布雨，预示着新一年的农事活动即将开始。   这一天的...