English Like A Native Podcast English Listening Practice - Five a Day #42.1
Nov 3, 2025
Delve into the poignant journey of Margaret and her family's experience with Alzheimer's, highlighting the blend of sadness and hope. Learn about the medical challenges faced, as current science cannot reverse the effects of this condition. Discover the concept of being 'unstoppable' and explore the vocabulary surrounding care and communication. Joachim shares his transition from retail to working in a care home, emphasizing the purpose and wisdom gained from residents. This experience redefines his perspective on life and the value of meaningful connections.
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Finding Purpose After Retail
- Joachim described finding more purpose working in a care home after leaving retail.
- He contrasted feeling like an "unstoppable machine" in retail with meaningful connection caring for residents.
Alzheimer's: Management, Not Reversal
- The episode frames Alzheimer's as progressive and currently incurable despite treatments to manage symptoms.
- This highlights the gap between symptom management and reversing underlying brain damage.
Using 'In Equal Measure'
- The phrase "in equal measure" describes two effects or feelings having the same weight or importance.
- It works well to express mixed emotions like being both happy and sad about the same event.