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Episode description
Self-care is a term that has been around for a long time. However, it has become more popular recently because people are paying more attention to taking care of their physical and mental health in a fast-paced world. In this Simplified Speech episode, Andrew and Kassy chat about their personal self-care routines and some tips for listeners. If you’ve been feeling stressed out lately, then this is a great episode to check out!
Simplified Speech is a Culips series that features easy to understand conversations that help beginner and intermediate English learners improve their listening skills. We have quality study guides and transcripts available for all Culips members.
Fun fact
It can be very difficult to practice self-care when you’re stressed out. The next time you want to relax and calm down, try this grounding technique that uses all of your senses:
- Notice and name five things you can see
- Notice and name four things you can feel
- Notice and name three things you can hear
- Notice and name two things you can smell
- Notice and name one thing you can touch
This simple exercise can help you disconnect from your stress and pay more attention to your body and environment. Try it out! You just might feel a little bit calmer afterwards.
Expressions included in the study guide
- To take a toll on
- To squeeze in
- To go out on a limb
- Love-hate relationship
- To take full advantage of
- Band-aid
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Simplified Speech #161 – Do you practice self-care?
Episode description
Self-care is a term that has been around for a long time. However, it has become more popular recently because people are paying more attention to taking care of their physical and mental health in a fast-paced world. In this Simplified Speech episode, Andrew and Kassy chat about their personal self-care routines and some tips for listeners. If you’ve been feeling stressed out lately, then this is a great episode to check out! Simplified Speech is a Culips series that features easy to understand conversations that help beginner and intermediate English learners improve their listening skills. We have quality study guides and transcripts available for all Culips members.Fun fact
It can be very difficult to practice self-care when you’re stressed out. The next time you want to relax and calm down, try this grounding technique that uses all of your senses:- Notice and name five things you can see
- Notice and name four things you can feel
- Notice and name three things you can hear
- Notice and name two things you can smell
- Notice and name one thing you can touch
Expressions included in the study guide
- To take a toll on
- To squeeze in
- To go out on a limb
- Love-hate relationship
- To take full advantage of
- Band-aid
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Sign inHosts: Andrew Bates and Kassy White
Music: Something Elated by Broke For Free
Episode preparation/research: Andrew Bates
Audio editor: Kevin Moorehouse
Transcriptionist: Heather Bates
Study guide writer: Indiana Brown
English editor: Stephanie MacLean
Operations: Tsuyoshi Kaneshima
Image: Lesly Juarez and madison lavern (Unsplash.com)
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