{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/674b394ed67d53d9b3e0ed91/69b63db17ebe44dc8b9d7c34?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Episode 56: Breaking the Fear of Speaking English","description":"<p>In this episode, we explore a nuanced but often overlooked aspect of language learning—the belief systems we carry about our ability to speak English. Many learners focus heavily on grammar and vocabulary, yet the real barrier is often psychological. Fear of making mistakes, self-doubt, and the pressure to sound perfect can stop us from communicating freely.</p><p><br></p><p>Through personal experience and reflection, this discussion explores how negative beliefs about speaking English develop and how they can slowly be transformed. We talk about the power of repetition, the importance of focusing on communication rather than perfection, and the realization that most English conversations in the world happen between non-native speakers.</p><p><br></p><p>If you have ever hesitated to speak because you were afraid of making mistakes, this episode will help you rethink what fluency really means and how confidence grows through practice.</p><p><br></p><p>Join me on my journey to improve my English while I explore self-improvement, mental health, career struggles, and everyday life experiences. Available on…</p><p><strong>Spotify</strong>: <a href=\"https://open.spotify.com/show/3ZEkF3b\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://open.spotify.com/show/3ZEkF3b</a>...</p><p><strong>Apple Podcasts:</strong> <a href=\"https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast</a>...</p><p><strong>YouTube:</strong> <a href=\"https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLg0xYwPyfDCZOa3bZpvV8A2hLI7dtOv9c\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Self Talk English With AI</a></p><p>or use our <strong>RSS link:</strong> <a href=\"https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/</a>... with your favorite podcast app!</p>","author_name":"Indu"}