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| The other day, I was exhausted. I had done many things, but still felt like I hadn’t done enough. And then something happened: I couldn’t find my wallet. Again. As I was searching, a wave of worry hit me—not just about the wallet, but about my children, about life. I cried. I felt overwhelmed. But then, something small and beautiful happened. My dog, always close to me, climbed onto my lap. I felt his warmth and tenderness. That quiet moment reminded me of something important. We must be kind to ourselves. Life is full of interruptions. We carry so much in our minds that it’s easy to forget where we leave things. But that doesn’t mean we’re careless. It means we’re human. One simple strategy I’ve started using is speaking out loud when I leave important items somewhere: “I’m putting my wallet in the drawer.” “The keys are on the kitchen table.” It may sound silly, but it helps anchor the memory — and it brings a moment of presence into a busy day. I’m working with this idea, and I truly believe it’s going to help. So, if you’re feeling tired, overwhelmed, or forgetful, take a breath. Be gentle with yourself. Let a moment of softness—like the warmth of a pet, or a kind word—remind you that you’re doing the best you can. And that’s enough. English Learning Tip: Practice with “Speaking Aloud” This blog shares a very useful habit—not only for life but also for language learning! Speaking aloud in English helps you: + Improve pronunciation + Practice thinking in English + Build confidence and memory + Try saying things in English during your day, like: “I’m going to open the window.” “I’m making coffee now.” “I put the phone on the shelf.” These small sentences help your brain create connections in real situations — and that’s real fluency. Bonus challenge: Speak aloud to your pet in English! They won’t judge you, and it’s a great way to practice with love. 📝 Resumen: En este blog comparto una experiencia real sobre cómo me sentí abrumada y olvidé mi billetera, pero encontré consuelo en un momento de ternura con mi perrito. Aprendí que debemos hablarnos con más amabilidad y usar estrategias como hablar en voz alta para recordar cosas importantes. Esta práctica también es muy útil para aprender inglés: decir frases simples en voz alta durante el día mejora la pronunciación, la memoria y la confianza. Incluso puedes hablarle a tu mascota en inglés… ¡y practicar con amor! |
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