Think In English (30 Day Plan)

Summary

This video provides a 30-day plan to help you start thinking in English. The key steps include immersing yourself in English by listening to music, podcasts, and shows, talking to yourself in English, finding a language partner for conversation, and journaling daily. The plan emphasizes practicing English for at least three hours a day, talking to yourself for five minutes, speaking with others regularly, and journaling for 10 minutes. Following these steps will help you make English your default language, boosting fluency and confidence in just a month.

Takeaways

• 😀 Immersion in English is crucial for making it your default language. Surround yourself with English through music, TV shows, podcasts, etc.
• 😀 Listening to English constantly, even during mundane activities like showering or commuting, will teach your brain that English is important.
• 😀 Speaking to yourself in English is an excellent way to practice and get comfortable with the language, especially if you're embarrassed to practice with others.
• 😀 Use Google Translate to help you remember words and phrases when you struggle to express yourself in English.
• 😀 Get a speaking partner to practice with. Free apps like HelloTalk and Tandem can connect you with language partners, or you can invest in a private tutor for more personalized feedback.
• 😀 Journaling daily in English is an effective way to practice expressing yourself and improving your language skills.
• 😀 The 30-day plan includes dedicating three hours a day to English immersion. Use your daily routine to fit in as much English exposure as possible.
• 😀 Speak to yourself in English for at least five minutes a day to identify gaps in your vocabulary and get practice with speaking.
• 😀 Having conversations with native speakers is key to moving passive vocabulary into active usage, making it easier to recall and use in real situations.
• 😀 The daily journal should take about 10 minutes, using Google Translate to correct your sentences, and writing them by hand to reinforce learning.
• 😀 By following this plan consistently for 30 days, you'll train your brain to think in English, making it your default language for communication.

Q & A

What is the first step to start thinking in English?

The first step is immersion in the English language. Surround yourself with English as much as possible by listening to music, TV shows, podcasts, and more, during daily activities like driving or showering.

How does immersion help in learning English?

Immersion helps by teaching your brain to recognize English as the most important language in your life. It conditions your brain to prioritize English, making it easier to understand and eventually think in the language.

What should you do if you find it hard to practice speaking English with others?

You can start by talking to yourself in English. This allows you to practice without feeling self-conscious and helps you build confidence while speaking.

How can talking to yourself in English improve your skills?

Talking to yourself in English helps you practice expressing your thoughts verbally, identify vocabulary gaps, and get comfortable using the language in everyday situations.

What is suggested for practicing with native speakers if you're uncomfortable speaking with others?

There are two options: use free language apps like Hellotalk or Tandem to find a language partner, or hire a private tutor who is professional and can guide you through mistakes in a non-judgmental way.

How does journaling in English benefit language learners?

Journaling helps you practice expressing yourself in English and can make you think about more creative ways of saying things. It also allows you to review and correct your mistakes with tools like Google Translate.

What is the recommended daily immersion time for English learners?

The recommended immersion time is around three hours a day. This can include listening to English during activities like commuting, eating lunch, or before bed.

How can talking to yourself in English be integrated into daily life?

You can integrate talking to yourself by using simple moments like showering or getting ready for bed to have short conversations about your day, your goals, or your plans.

What are the benefits of speaking to someone in English, even for short periods of time?

Speaking with others, even for 15-30 minutes a day, helps turn passive vocabulary into active vocabulary. It allows you to practice newly learned words and boosts your ability to use them in real conversations.

What does the 30-day plan focus on to help you think in English?

The 30-day plan emphasizes four main steps: daily immersion in English, speaking to yourself, talking to a native speaker, and journaling. These actions help reinforce English as your default language, enabling you to think in English within a month.