Mandarin Monkey Podcast E05 - Learning, Gaming, Medicine & Travel
Aug 28, 2018
Explore the passion for language learning, featuring tips on creative study techniques and immersive experiences in Taiwan. Dive into the joy of cooperative gaming like Minecraft and Overcooked, where teamwork is key. Discover fascinating contrasts in healthcare between Taiwan and England, from efficiency to medication cultures. Finally, dream of travels through Europe, the Northern Lights, and nostalgic theme park adventures, while sharing humorous insights on childbirth and hospital visits. It's a delightful mix of learning, gaming, and cultural insights!
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Prioritize Passion Before Learning
- Develop passion and motivation before committing to learn a language to avoid early dropout.
- Use daily, enjoyable activities and persistence to turn motivation into steady progress.
Label Your World To Build Vocabulary
- Start with core household vocabulary and label items to build practical word recall quickly.
- Then learn connectors and practice short conversations to turn words into usable sentences.
Language Exchanges Can Falter
- Tom did language exchange sessions with multiple partners and met two of them in Taiwan in person.
- One partner stopped contacting him which shows exchanges can be inconsistent.