How to Internalize Your English with a Journal + Michelle's Big News - All Ears English Podcast 1736

In this video, Michelle shares her excitement about expecting another child and discusses the importance of journaling and reflecting on positive moments. The conversation explores mindfulness and gratitude practices, emphasizing how journaling can help in practicing English skills, particularly in using past tense and expanding vocabulary.

What exciting personal news does Michelle share at the beginning of the episode?

• She is starting a new job.

• She is adopting a pet.

• She is moving to a new city.

• She is expecting another child.

What is the main focus of Michelle's journaling practice?

• Writing about daily challenges.

• Documenting one good thing each week.

• Listing future goals.

• Recording dreams.

How does Michelle describe the impact of journaling on her perspective?

• It makes her more anxious.

• It makes her forgetful.

• It helps her focus on the positive.

• It distracts her from important tasks.

What humorous anecdote does Michelle share about her New Year's resolution?

• She forgot to make any resolutions.

• She planned to hike every month but only went once.

• She resolved to learn a new language but didn't start.

• She aimed to read a book a week but read none.

What change does Michelle consider making to her journaling practice?

• Writing longer entries.

• Including a weekly photo.

• Adding a daily meditation.

• Switching to digital journaling.

What is Lindsey's approach to her gratitude journal?

• She writes in it every night without fail.

• She only writes in it during holidays.

• She uses it to track her daily tasks.

• She writes in it a few times a week without pressure.

How can journaling help with learning English according to the discussion?

• By focusing on grammar rules.

• By improving handwriting skills.

• By practicing past tense and vocabulary.

• By enhancing listening skills.

What does Lindsey suggest about staying in a comfort zone while learning a language?

• It is essential for building confidence.

• It accelerates vocabulary acquisition.

• It helps in mastering basic phrases.

• It can lead to a plateau in learning.

What is one benefit of writing in a new language before bed?

• It helps in memorizing vocabulary.

• It improves speaking fluency.

• It enhances listening skills.

• It boosts reading speed.

What does Michelle suggest about the flexibility of starting a journaling practice?

• It is best done in groups.

• It can be started at any time.

• It should only start at the beginning of the year.

• It requires a strict schedule.