Daily Lessons / blog posts

“Ahoj” from hot and sweaty Prague.

That’s how Czechs say “Hey.” 

And did you know, it’s also how American sailors say “Hello.” Read More >

I once had a student who was very afraid to speak.

Every time she said “Hello” her heart would beat faster. 

I soon discovered the cause of her fear.  Read More >

Do you know Tony Robbins?

He’s really famous in America.

Basically, he teaches people how to be more successful; in their relationships, with money and with their health.  Read More >

“I’d love to meet but I’m out of town.” 

Why do Czechs always leave Prague in the summer?

I never understood that. Read More >

Life is difficult. 

And then you see that someone else’s life is more difficult.

And then you start to feel better.  Read More >

Did you get excited about the Queen’s 70th anniversary?

I know it’s old news now, but I was just in England last week. 

And wow! It was a big deal. Read More >

There’s a saying in English, You gotta start somewhere. 

And usually, the people who say that don’t know where to start. 

But I know where you should start… Read More >

It’s surprising.

A lot of people I meet while travelling speak English quite well. 

But they don’t know how to answer very common questions. Read More >

I’m back! 

England was cool and cloudy. 

Prague is hot and sunny.  Read More >

“What’s up?”

That’s a common American greeting. 

It sounds very normal for me.  Read More >