Our Scariest Moments Ever | American English Conversations | Real Life Stories
Mar 28, 2024
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Listen to Amy and Curtis share their scariest moments, from terrifying airplane turbulence to a survival story while snowboarding. They emphasize the importance of staying calm in life-threatening situations and improving English skills for success.
Turbulence during a flight can evoke extreme terror, highlighting the unpredictability of air travel.
Staying calm and resourceful is crucial in surviving life-threatening situations, emphasizing the importance of quick thinking in emergencies.
Deep dives
The Scariest Moment: Turbulence on an Airplane
One of the scariest moments discussed was experiencing turbulence on an airplane during a flight to Dallas or Houston, known for stormy weather. The intense shaking of the plane led to heightened anxiety among passengers, including the narrator. Despite having flown frequently without fear of turbulence before, this particular flight evoked extreme terror. The narrator described clinging tightly to the seat, feeling like they were on the verge of a crash, and even shedding tears out of fear.
A Terrifying Night in Costa Rica
The episode also shared a harrowing experience in Costa Rica, where the narrators stayed in a cabin after a previous robbery incident in the area. While staying up late one night, they heard a loud noise resembling a gunshot, adding to their unease. As the night progressed, they noticed suspicious figures outside their cabin, realizing their vulnerability as tourists with minimal protection. Despite a fortunate intervention by the property owner scaring off potential intruders, the experience left them shaken and prompted them to relocate to a safer place.
Close Call While Snowboarding
Another terrifying encounter recounted was a snowboarding incident where the narrator almost fell into a deep snow well. After sliding toward a tree and getting entangled in branches, they faced the daunting task of freeing themselves in harsh weather conditions. With strategic thinking and physical exertion, they managed to release their bindings and escape the precarious situation. The intense experience served as a reminder of the dangers of backcountry snowboarding and the importance of cautious decision-making in risky outdoor activities.
In our latest episode, Amy and Curtis share the most terrifying experiences we've faced in our lives. You'll hear about a flight with so much turbulence it left Curtis white-knuckled and in tears, while Amy recalls a frightening incident at a remote cabin in Costa Rica. Additionally, Amy also shared a heart-pounding story of survival while snowboarding and how important it is to stay calm and resourceful in times of life-threatening situations. Get the Special REC Subscriber Lesson Pack! Enjoy a special set of premium lessons we've put together for our podcast followers ($50 value - yours for FREE!) Get this lesson pack here! Unlock your fluency with teacher Curtis! Find a lesson time and book your trial lesson now!CLICK HERE TO SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL!!
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