Dear Spanglisherz,
I hope you’re having a peaceful day/evening/night wherever you are in the world.
One of the questions I get the most from students and followers is: How can I improve fast without spending hours and getting bored?
If you feel stuck, you’re not alone. I feel it too with my Spanish (hello, B1 plateau!). Here are two simple steps to make progress without the overwhelm:
- Do one thing at a time. Don’t stack reading + writing + listening + speaking in one sitting. Pick one focus. For example: today, listen to one full podcast episode with no subtitles; tomorrow, do 10 minutes of the shadowing technique. Small wins stack up.
- Practice just 10 minutes every day. Only ten! Instead of doomscrolling, spend 10 minutes chatting with ChatGPT or the LingoPanda app—or a friend you enjoy practicing with. Consistency beats intensity.
That’s it! I hope these bite-size tips help you on your learning journey.
If you have other tips, share them by replying to this email or in the comments below the vlog.
With love,
Taz
P.S Have a look at this Arabic video about the topic: