English Like A Native Podcast Your English Five a Day #7.1 S2
Feb 17, 2025
Dive into Annie's personal journey as she navigates boundaries after family disappointment. Explore the nuances of authority and control with captivating anecdotes that reveal the meaning of dependency. Learn common English phrases and their contexts, along with a helpful pronunciation exercise. Discover the emotional complexities of a toxic friendship as one woman prioritizes her self-worth and finds the courage to break free. It's a rich blend of vocabulary, life lessons, and language tips!
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Stop Bossing Around
- "Boss around" means telling someone what to do annoyingly.
- Avoid this behavior, especially with colleagues.
Crutches: Literal and Figurative
- Anna needed crutches after breaking her leg and toe.
- She explains that a "crutch" can also be a person or thing we rely on too heavily.
Wake-Up Calls and Health
- Health scares can be wake-up calls, shocking us into positive change.
- Negative impacts on our health often motivate healthier choices.