All Ears English Podcast

AEE 2417: Are Your Feet Cold? How to Talk About Nerves in English

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May 29, 2025
Discover how to articulate your nerves during life's big changes! The hosts delve into the meaning of 'cold feet,' especially in wedding scenarios, sharing personal stories. They explore preferences like wearing socks to bed versus going bare for comfort. From navigating anxiety to overcoming uncertainty, the conversation emphasizes the significance of mindset and support. Engage with relatable anecdotes and metaphors that make expressing these feelings in English easier and more nuanced.
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ADVICE

Meaning of "Get Cold Feet"

  • Use the idiom "get cold feet" to describe nervousness or second thoughts before an important event.
  • It's commonly used about weddings but applies to any big decision or life change.
ANECDOTE

Michelle's College Cold Feet

  • Michelle Kaplan shares her personal experience getting cold feet before and during her transition to college.
  • She explains how difficult it was to adjust to living away from home for the first time.
ANECDOTE

Cold Feet Before Tango Class

  • Lindsay McMahon admits she sometimes gets cold feet before her tango class due to fear of messing up.
  • Despite this, she enjoys the class and overcomes her nervousness.
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