How I Became Fluent in English WITHOUT Living in Another Country

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Summary

In the first episode of his podcast, English with Thiago, Thiago shares his English learning journey from being a complete beginner to achieving a C2 level of proficiency. He emphasizes that he learned English in Brazil without going abroad or participating in an exchange program. Thiago highlights the importance of celebrating small victories and being prepared for frustration in the language learning process. He also encourages learners to be curious, flexible, and open to feedback. Thiago's immersion experience included watching DVDs, changing the language settings on his devices to English, and engaging in conversations with tourists. Teaching English and interacting with experienced teachers further enhanced his language skills. Thiago concludes by emphasizing the importance of lifelong learning and invites listeners to follow his podcast and consider private classes with him.

Takeaways

Thiago learned English in Brazil without going abroad or participating in an exchange program.
Celebrate small victories and be prepared for frustration in the language learning process.
Be curious, flexible, and open to feedback in order to improve your English.
Create your own immersion experience by watching movies, changing language settings, and engaging in conversations with English speakers.
Teaching English and interacting with experienced teachers can enhance language skills.
Lifelong learning is essential for continuous improvement in English.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Podcast
00:56 Purpose of the Podcast
01:54 Starting the English Learning Journey in Brazil
04:09 Beginning as a Teenager
05:09 Challenges Faced in Learning English in Brazil
09:29 Lack of Resources and Self-Study
10:38 Utilizing Course Books and Grammar Books
12:05 Importance of Celebrating Small Victories
14:16 Importance of Input and Speaking Practice
17:30 Importance of Curiosity and Flexibility in Learning English
21:00 Professional Experience and Immersion in English
25:21 Working in a Call Center and Improving Listening and Speaking Skills
30:27 Creating Personal Immersion in English
34:53 Becoming an English Teacher and Continuous Learning
39:42 Taking Proficiency Exams and Teaching Experience
41:49 Continuous Learning and Conclusion

Books I Recommend:

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B2 Prep Coursebook:
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C1 Prep Coursebook:
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C2 Prep Coursebook:
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English Pronunciation for Brazilians:
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Phrasal Verbs Dictionary:
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Idioms Dictionary:
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IELTS Prep:
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