How to Learn a Language

It's day 9 of my 21 Days of Offers! Today's deal is a good solid all-rounder - Successful Self-Study. This course is a biggie. Think of it as your new reference guide for how to learn languages solo. Successful Self-Study gives you the lowdown on how to do all the things when it comes to languages outside the classroom. Here's a quick look at the units you get... ✅ How to Start Learni...

Day 8 of the 21 Days of Offers & I've got another 1:1 offer for you today, but this one's a little different. It's a Language Learning Audit. Expert support to take language beyond the plateau. This is for you if you want to... - Speak to your loved ones in their mother tongue - Run your business internationally or remotely - Have more meaningful travel - Enjoy more music & TV...

Today's offer of my 21 Days of Offers is a pre-order for a brand new upcoming course to help you learn to read and write in a language with a different writing system to English. I'm so excited to finally be in the early build stages for this one because woah, I've learnt A LOT over the last decade about how this works. Like the other pre-order courses so far, this one is just $10 when...

If you want to speak more confidently, it doesn't have to mean forcing yourself into uncomfortable situations where you freeze and can't say anything because you're out of your depth and worried you'll sound a fool. Life's too short to intentionally add that kind of stress! Instead, speaking confidence starts solo. Solo speaking habit. Micro writing habit. Get used to speaking...

Soooo...I didn't think I'd be offering this again this year, but I get such good feedback that it's time to give you another chance to get in on this one. Today's offer is a one-off 1:1 Planning Session with me. It's a little tricky for me to tell you about exactly what to expect with these as they're all so different and customised to you. YOU decide what our hour together...

Your Day 4 Offer is one that's been waiting in the wings for a long time and I'm excited to give it time to shine in 2027! This is your chance to pre-order The Goalkeeper - not just a course on goalsetting, but how to keep your goals. I know, I like the name too. 😊 Goals are one of those topics that get mushed up into modern life and spat out the other side as digestible lists, frameworks...

It's day 3 of my 21 days of offers! Today, a cheeky little deal on an existing product - 100 Creative Ideas. This is a collection of ways to keep language learning fresh and fun so you can stop worrying about motivation. Normally, it's $60. For the 21 Days of Offers? $30. Easy breezy decision! The chapters are organised by topic, so when you think "Huh, I'm not getting enough speaking practice!",...

It's day 2 of my 21 Days of Offers - How to Read More Workshop. Earlier this year, I hosted a brand new workshop - How to Write More. And when we were done, I knew I needed to make a similar workshop for each core language skill. The first one that's been bubbling is How to Read More - and boy, have I been reading to prep for this one! I'm expecting there'll be stuff in this one ab...

I'm feeling a little generous. And I’ve got a lot of ideas that have sat too long on the to-do list. Over 21 days, I’ll be releasing a new offer each day. Some will be existing products with rather good limited time offers. Others will be brand new courses available for pre-order. And some will be exclusive 1:1 options with very limited spots. Every day at 9am UTC between 26th October and 15th...

Celebrating small wins is key to staying motivated in language learning. In this episode, I explain how setting clear milestones using the onion goals method helps break down big goals into manageable steps. I also cover the importance of weekly wins to recognize progress regularly. Plus, how understanding your personal motivation style can help tailor your approach to keep going. --- **GET STARTE...

Grammar sucks, right? Nope! This episode explores common myths about grammar and reframes it as an essential, enjoyable, and achievable part of language learning. I'll talk about what grammar is NOT and what it actually is. Prepare to finally be grammar curious! --- **GET STARTED FOR FREE** 🎁 Free Video Training - How to Finally Learn That Language: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/freevideo...

Failure. The thought of it being a possibility can stop us from even starting to learn a language. So what we we reframe the idea of failure? How can we do that for language learning? That's what we'll talk about in this episode. --- **GET STARTED FOR FREE** 🎁 Free Video Training - How to Finally Learn That Language: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/freevideo --- **WORK WITH LINDSAY** 💛...

Malia Yoshioka shares her unique language journey from growing up in Hawaii as a forth generation Japanese American with its complex cultural and linguistic layers to living 10 years in Turkey, where she learned Turkish through her passion for food. She discusses the history and revitalization of the Hawaiian language (ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi), her experiences learning Japanese, Turkish and French, and how...

Get a full inside peek at what it's really like inside Language Life. Totally free, for one weekend only. The Language Life Open Weekend is happening Thursday 10th - Sunday 13th September. If you've been curious about Language Life and wanted to join but also wanted to see what it's really like inside before you do, this is for you. ​ The first ever Language Life Open Weekend will give...

I've studied 15 languages to a decent level. But does that mean I SPEAK 15 languages?... In this episode, I explore the reality of balancing and maintaining 15 languages. --- **GET STARTED FOR FREE** 🎁 Free Video Training - How to Finally Learn That Language: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/freevideo --- **WORK WITH LINDSAY** 💛 Language Life - Speak fearlessly, trust your language gut & mas...

Discover essential travel words for your first trip to Taiwan. This video covers key phrases, cultural insights like traditional characters, measure words, and unique local terms such as QQ, kuai kuai, and the Taiwanese Louis Vuitton. Learn how to order bubble tea with ease and get familiar with Taiwan’s compass-inspired place names. Perfect for travellers wanting to connect deeper with Taiwan thr...

Can you travel China with only HSK1 level? In this episode, I share my month-long experience travelling China with basic Chinese skills. Discover how translation apps, digital payments, and visiting less touristy cities made the trip enjoyable and manageable. Learn why you don’t need fluency to explore and connect, and get tips on using language tools and simple phrases to enhance your travel expe...

This episode of How to Learn a Language explores the three most common obstacles language learners face: picking resources, speaking practice, and plateaus. I'll share practical strategies to overcome these challenges and what we do to move past them when we work together. --- **GET STARTED FOR FREE** 🎁 Free Video Training - How to Finally Learn That Language: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com...

Discover 10 essential Tagalog words for your first trip to the Philippines. From the polite "po" to local food favourites like adobo and halo-halo, plus useful terms like CR (comfort room) and barangay, these Filipino words and phrases for tourists will help you understand the world around you from Manila and Cebu to El Nido and Bohol. --- **GET STARTED FOR FREE** 🎁 Free Video Training...

Today, I'm sharing my bare minimum language learning routine...it's zero! I explain why having a zero buffer day can actually boost long-term progress. You'll hear what my current Chinese study routine looks like, including morning writing, app practice, and audio lessons, and how I adapt it when on the move. --- **GET STARTED FOR FREE** 🎁 Free Video Training - How to Finally Learn Th...

This episode explores why your accent does not define your language ability. I share a bit on my personal experiences with accent bias and explain a key mindset change that we should all remember. Plus, you'll learn a simple 2 step process for what actually matters. --- **GET STARTED FOR FREE** 🎁 Free Video Training - How to Finally Learn That Language: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/freevi...

If you love BTS, K-Pop Demon Hunters or K-dramas and have started learning Korean, this is for you. You can learn Korean anywhere - you don't have to be in Korea! Whether you’re starting out or stuck on a plateau, these practical tips will help you improve your Korean from anywhere. --- **GET STARTED FOR FREE** 🎁 Free Video Training - How to Finally Learn That Language: https://lindsaydoeslan...

Language learning prompts can build real fluency when they are 3 key things. And ChatGPT? Your AI language prompts aren't likely to be these 3 things! Generic ChatGPT prompts often fail due to lack of structure and accountability. In this video, I also share a simple 3-step system to create effective prompts. --- **GET STARTED FOR FREE** 🎁 Free Video Training - How to Finally Learn That Langu...

Is writing worth it when speaking is your focus? Here's how writing supports speaking, listening, and reading by providing a slower, permanent way to practice and prepare language output. --- **GET STARTED FOR FREE** 🎁 Free Video Training - How to Finally Learn That Language: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/freevideo --- **WORK WITH LINDSAY** 💛 Language Life - Speak fearlessly, trust your l...

Want to use Duolingo better to learn a language? Learn how to use Duolingo to improve your writing skills beyond simple recognition. Here's 3 practical methods to turn Duolingo lessons into real writing practice. --- **GET STARTED FOR FREE** 🎁 Free Video Training - How to Finally Learn That Language: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/freevideo --- **WORK WITH LINDSAY** 💛 Language Life - Speak...