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The Pharaonic system….....to flee its captivity

The video discusses the concept of a "Pharaonic system" of governance, defining it as any autocrati...

Back to the 90s

I was born in the 80s, and although I have a lot of nostalgia for that decade now, my memory of it ...

What Is the Weekend for You?

What is the weekend for you? Is it rest? Is it productivity? Is it escape? Or is it reflection? For...

【#1 in the New Tutor Rankings】Thank you for your support!

Hello, I’m Chiharu. I’m happy to share that I ranked #1 among new teachers. Thank you so much to ev...

Questions You Should Never Be Afraid to Ask Your Tutor

Taking lessons on Cafetalk should feel comfortable and supportive. Remember, your tutor is here to ...

Things you can ask your tutor

Some things can be considered private, inappropriate or rude to be asking someone. However, you sho...

Basic and essencial questions to ask your tutor in any lesson

Here are some of what I consider the most useful and essencial questions you can ask your tutor in ...

Take all language-learning advice with a PINCH OF SALT.

There's so much advice out there when it comes to learning languages: use this app, follow this tec...

“Sunday Afternoon — Reset, Reflect, Restart.”

Sunday afternoon is more than just the end of the weekend. It is a quiet space between rest and res...

【湘南ライフ#05】海が見えるスケートボードパーク｜JP/EN/繫中

3月になり、少しずつ暖かくなってきました。 今回は、江の島の近くにある HUG RIDE PARK を訪れました。 海を眺めながらスケートボードを楽しめる、開放的な場所です。 隣のレストランでは、パ...

English Skills for Students – Reading, Writing & Grammar!

Hello everyone! Are you looking to improve your English reading, writing, and grammar skills in a c...

【日本の日常 #05】ゆるキャラ｜JP/EN/繁中

日本の街を歩いていると、ときどきかわいらしいキャラクターを見かけます。地域のマスコットは「ゆるキャラ」と呼ばれています。その代表的な存在が、くまモンです。くまモンは熊本県の公式キャラクター。黒い体に...

What is the meaning of Hinamatsuri...

This is a special day for families with daughters, and it includes a number of traditions. I would ...

Don't be afraid to try it!

For me it's more fun and more pleasant to learn something new, while talking with each other, disco...

Easy Ways to Pay Attention in Online Class

Staying focused in an online class is hard. At home, many things can distract you. Your bed might m...

Always help to have a goal, even a simple one.

This beautiful place is one of my favorite places ever to do cardio. The hot steamed buns (nikuman)...

【新課程通知】用 Canva 製作自己的個人頭像

要不要一邊使用日語，一邊學習設計技能呢？「我想要一個有自己風格的頭像，但不知道該怎麼做……」 如果你也有這樣的想法，這堂新課程很適合你！   你可以從 6 種範例風格中選擇喜歡的頭像， 在 25 ...

Rhetorical Questions in the IELTS Test

In English, some questions are asked not to get an answer, but to make a point or guide the listene...

Message to serious English language learners.

1. Are you really serious about improving your English speaking skills? 2. Are you really serious a...

Three new ideas for staying focused

Hello everyone,  Here are some of my ideas on staying focused. Book a lesson with me today. 1. Don'...

New lesson soon!

Soon i will add a new class, a full body/aerobic session. You will be able to do it at home without...

Rambling when you speak?

 Are You Rambling On? It Could Be Lowering Your Band Score  Many IELTS candidates believe their big...

How to Stay Focused During Online Classes

Here are some useful tips for staying focused during online lessons: 1. Create a Comfortable Study ...

Learn Canva in Japanese! Create Your Own Profile Icon 【Lesson in JP/EN】

Would you like to improve your design skills while using Japanese?  “I want an icon that represents...

The Rule of Three: How to Sound Like a Leader in Any Meeting

In my 17 years at companies like Philip Morris and Glovo, I’ve noticed one major difference between...

Unlock Cosmic Secrets & Heal with Ancient Wisdom.

 Discover the ancient art of astrology and harness the power of Sanskrit mantras for healing and tr...

English Idioms Challenge - Week 7 (Remixing Idioms!)

Hey all! This is the seventh weekly English learning challenge. In this challenge, we focus on id...