How to Learn a Language

When your language goals feel awkward or no longer fit, it might be time to reset them. In this video, I share how to recognise when you've outgrown your goals and how to set new ones that truly suit you. We'll discuss the influence of others' expectations, the freedom in changing your goals, and embracing your current reality as a sign of progress, not failure. --- **GET STARTED FOR F...

When language learning anxiety turns into self-judgment, things start to feel personal and unsafe. In this episode, I share my own experiences and explore how curiosity can be lost when anxiety takes over. As always, I emphasise the importance of self-compassion, creating safe practice spaces, and understanding anxiety as a form of protection rather than weakness. --- **GET STARTED FOR FREE** 🎁 F...

Using Duolingo to learn Spanish? Busuu for French? There's a little potential side-effect of language learning apps - they can unintentionally undermine your confidence by taking away your decision-making power. In this video, I'm discussing the pros and cons of app streaks, the importance of trusting your own language learning choices, and how to regain control by making intentional decis...

Ever feel like you're getting loads of exposure to a language but your speaking isn't improving? Let's talk about language input vs output. Because the truth is that speaking doesn't just catch up automatically. I'll share some ideas in this episode to help if you can relate to this. --- **GET STARTED FOR FREE** 🎁 Free Video Training - How to Finally Learn That Language: https...

Feeling stuck with language progress? In this episode, Lindsay is sharing a motivating pep talk for language learners feeling stuck or plateaued. She explains why progress is not linear, encourages curiosity over critique, and emphasizes taking control of your learning journey. Lindsay also previews an upcoming series focused on language resets and practical strategies to overcome stagnation. ---...

This episode addresses the common feeling of wanting to give up on language learning, especially around the time New Year’s resolutions fade. Lindsay shares practical strategies to manage frustration and boredom by pausing with or without a set restart date, conducting a Language Learning Audit using the 3 F’s and 4 S’s to adjust learning methods. She emphasizes aligning goals with personal values...

This episode introduces Language Life, Lindsay’s comprehensive language coaching program designed to help learners speak fearlessly and intuitively. Lindsay explains how the program combines one-on-one coaching, group features, and self-study to provide a full package tailored to any language and level. She shares client success stories, the benefits of unlimited question submissions with personal...

Lindsay shares her honest experience with Duolingo in 2026, exploring why she repeatedly quits and restarts the app. She discusses the pros and cons, including the shift from hearts to energy, the app’s role in building habits rather than fluency, and how it fits different learning stages. Lindsay also addresses common critiques and explains why Duolingo remains a fun, flexible, and accessible too...

Lindsay breaks down five key differences between Korean and English that often confuse learners and offers practical tips to overcome them. From particles and word order to honorifics, numbers, and vocabulary, she provides clear strategies to make Korean more approachable and less intimidating. --- **GET STARTED FOR FREE** 🎁 Free Video Training - How to Finally Learn That Language: https://lindsa...

In this episode, I explore code-switching. I break down types of code switching like insertional and intra-sentential, share personal stories about ordering food in Italian & spotting code-switching examples in the Philippines, and explain why we switch languages. You'll also learn to embrace code switching as a natural and helpful part of learning, not something to avoid or feel guilty ab...

If you want to start learning Korean, here are the essentials I wish I knew from day one. I cover learning Hangeul, the Korean alphabet, and explain five key beginner words with insights into Korean grammar and honorifics. Plus, I introduce Music Maestro, a course for learning Korean through K-pop music. --- **GET STARTED FOR FREE** 🎁 Free Video Training - How to Finally Learn That Language: http...

Consistency in language learning can be tough. In this video, I share three practical strategies to help you stay on track: setting three-tier goals, finding your preferred accountability method, and reducing friction by making language practice easier to access and integrate into your daily routine. ---**GET STARTED FOR FREE**🎁 Free Video Training - How to Finally Learn That Language: https://li...

Whether you expect a language to be easy, difficult, or somewhere in between, there are four essential questions you should ask yourself before starting a new language. I’m Lindsay, a language learning expert, and in this video, I share these questions to help you make the right choice and set the right mindset. I also offer my Ultimate Language Resource List, a huge collection of resources for ov...

The US Foreign Service Institute ranks languages by difficulty for English speakers, but what really makes a language hard to learn? I’m Lindsay, a language learning expert, and in this video, I explore why some languages take longer to master. We’ll look beyond the FSI categories and break down language difficulty into three key factors: how a language looks, sounds, and feels. From opaque writin...

Wondering what the easiest and quickest languages for English speakers to learn are? In this video, I break down three groups: linguistically easy languages like Frisian, French, Dutch, and Scandinavian; constructed languages such as Esperanto, Toki Pona, and Interlingua; and English-influenced languages like Scots and Tok Pisin. I share why ease on paper doesn’t always mean the best choice, the i...

Discover how Promptly makes language practice easy and engaging with weekly writing and speaking prompts tailored for all levels. Plus, grab the Black Friday deal with $20 off your first year and $50 Lindsay Does Languages credit to spend on other products. If you want more interesting practice without the usual boredom, this Black Friday deal is for you: lindsaydoeslanguages.com/blackfriday --- *...

Today I’m sharing all about the Speak 28x28 Challenge, a 28-day language challenge perfect for December. With daily videos and prompts plus unlimited 1:1 async support from me throughout the month, you can treat it like a language advent calendar and build your speaking confidence before 2026. This challenge helps you develop a Solo Speaking Habit so you can practice speaking without pressure and...

Black Friday Bonus time! In this episode, I share how Language Life helps you build fearless speaking confidence, trust your language instincts, and master your own language learning process without extra stuff or rigid plans. Join now for a Black Friday bonus 3-hour 1:1 New Year Planning Session to kickstart 2026 with clarity and motivation: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/blackfriday --- **GET...

Today I’m sharing my Black Friday offers designed to suit every stage of your language learning journey. I know how overwhelming it can be to choose the right path, so I created a quiz to help you find the perfect deal at lindsaydoeslanguages.com/blackfriday . Whether you want personalized planning with Language Life, a 28-day speaking challenge with async support, or weekly prompts with Promptly...

Today I’m sharing three simple mindset shifts that can transform how you approach language learning. We don't need to wait for a blank canvas to make changes to how we learn languages. Start with a simple mindset shift instead for steady improvements that don't overwhelm you. --- **GET STARTED FOR FREE** 🎁 Free Video Training - How to Finally Learn That Language: https://lindsaydoeslangua...

Learn 10 essential Chilean Spanish words with Marco from Latin ELE. Discover unique local expressions like "weón," "luca," "fome," and "bacán," plus tips on Chilean pronunciation and useful phrases to help you feel confident when visiting Chile. Stay until the end for a special free gift from Marco! Get Marco's free gift: https://www.latinele.com/adventu...

Learning a language in the age of AI is still incredibly valuable. It increases your tolerance by helping you understand yourself and others better, boosts your confidence by encouraging you to speak and make mistakes, and develops transferable skills like patience and discipline that benefit all areas of life. Plus, language learning acts as a brain gym, providing mental exercise that supports me...

Can you travel the world with just English? Yes, you can, but there’s a big but. From my travels last year across Lithuania, Egypt, India, Sri Lanka, Malaysia, Singapore, Korea, and Japan, I found that English varies widely and flexibility is key. While English often works, knowing some local language makes travel richer, more respectful, and opens up experiences you’d miss otherwise - from orderi...

In this episode, I address the common worry of not learning a language the right way. I explain how Language Life helps you speak fearlessly by trusting your own learning process without perfectionism or one-size-fits-all methods. Language Life includes a bonus of two 1:1 VIP Half-Days until 14.10.25! Get started here: ⁠https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/ll⁠ --- **GET STARTED FOR FREE** 🎁 Free Vide...

Learning languages has transformed my life in so many ways beyond just speaking them. In tis video, I wanted to share 3 things languages have given me beyond actually being able to speak another language! In short: language learning always gives more than it takes.---**GET STARTED FOR FREE**🎁 Free Video Training - How to Finally Learn That Language: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/freevideo 🎁 F...