How to get back into learning a language after a break? Seven practical tips Learning comebacks can be difficult. Let’s say you’ve been learning a foreign language for some time and suddenly you stopped. Maybe suddenly you got super busy. Read more…
Why motivation is NOT the most important thing in language learning (and what to do instead) Mozart was a piano genius. Steve Jobs had his own IT empire. Malala Yousafzai, a Pakistani activist, built a thriving NGO. And myself, not Read more…
Top tips to learn any Slavic language (including Polish) As some of you know, apart from speaking Polish, which is my native tongue, I also speak Russian. In fact, I am a Russian philologist! Many people ask me if it Read more…
Why is Polish considered one of the most difficult languages in the world? Let’s start with a certain fact check: Polish is not the most difficult language in the world. It’s not even on the podium;) The notion that Polish Read more…
Sweaty palms, blank mind, restless look… We’ve all been there – speaking a foreign language is difficult. Especially if you’re just beginning your language journey, trying to make sense of all the new words, phrases and grammar structures. I came up with a list of the most useful tricks to help you when the dreaded language stage fright comes knocking on your door.
Learning foreign languages is a great way to broaden your horizons, learn new skills, and widen your social, career and travelling opportunities. But why should you learn Polish?