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Chalkboard with text: "COMFORT ZONE" in a circle, footprints leading to "WHERE THE MAGIC HAPPENS" in a bubble, highlighting growth theme.

Chalkboard with text: "COMFORT ZONE" in a circle, footprints leading to "WHERE THE MAGIC HAPPENS" in a bubble, highlighting growth theme.

The Comfort Zone Myth: Why Growth Feels Uncomfortable (and Why That’s Good!)

Discover why stepping outside your comfort zone is essential for growth.

Nov 45 min read

Person holding cards with "NO" in bold black letters. Background is white, and the person wears a white shirt, conveying a firm mood.

Person holding cards with "NO" in bold black letters. Background is white, and the person wears a white shirt, conveying a firm mood.

Polite but Firm: The Art of Saying No

We explore some situations where saying no can feel difficult — and look at how to do it with grace and clarity.

Oct 25 min read

Models in various colorful outfits walk down a brightly lit runway. The audience is seated in the dark, creating a dramatic contrast.

Models in various colorful outfits walk down a brightly lit runway. The audience is seated in the dark, creating a dramatic contrast.

From Catwalk to Conversation: English Language Trends and Changing Styles

As London Fashion Week turns heads, we show how English has trends too. Learn how to choose the right words for the right moment, so your English always feels in style.

Sep 185 min read

Two people smiling hold green and blue speech bubbles facing each other against a textured brick wall outside. They're casually dressed.

Two people smiling hold green and blue speech bubbles facing each other against a textured brick wall outside. They're casually dressed.

Mastering English Small Talk: Essential Phrases for Work, Study, and Everyday Life

Want to sound more natural in English? Master the art of small talk with phrases you’ll actually hear — and use — in real life.

Sep 45 min read

A woman in plaid shouts through a megaphone at a man in a checkered shirt, both gesturing angrily at a desk with a laptop and cups.

A woman in plaid shouts through a megaphone at a man in a checkered shirt, both gesturing angrily at a desk with a laptop and cups.

No More Awkward Pauses: Handling Misunderstandings in English Like a Pro

Master misunderstandings in English with confidence. Learn how to handle misunderstandings in English like a pro and boost your communication skills.

May 54 min read

Woman holding phone, surrounded by colorful speech bubbles. Text reads "7ish? nearish? closeish? 30ish?" on yellow background.

Woman holding phone, surrounded by colorful speech bubbles. Text reads "7ish? nearish? closeish? 30ish?" on yellow background.

Mastering -ish: How Using This Tiny Word Can Make Your English More Natural-ish!

A look at one of the most flexible and commonly used words in English: -ish.

Feb 185 min read

Why technology isn't enough to learn English - Two people sitting backs to each other on their phones not talking

Why technology isn't enough to learn English - Two people sitting backs to each other on their phones not talking

The value of learning English in today's tech-driven world

The unique benefits of learning English in today's digital world: Why technology alone isn't enough

Apr 12, 20245 min read

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