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Here we talk about how busy adults learn a foreign language. You know when you move abroad and its tough to fit in, get the hang of the language quickly and make friends? Well, here you learn everything you need to know and do to make that process easier. In fact, you get my approach that let me learn 3 languages (Italian, French, and Spanish) in the last 5 years, all on my own while juggling everything else in my life. Welcome!
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That feeling when… you're doing everything right, but you're not seeing results anymore. Sound familiar? You're not alone. I'll walk you through why plateaus happen, how to know if it's really a plateau — or burnout — and give you practical ways to reignite your progress. Find me here on my website https://lgelena.com/ or here on Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/language.guide.elena/ Free Mini Roadmap - https://lgelena.com/free-flr/ Foreign Language Roadmap Workbook - https://lgelena.com/lt-workbook/#
If you've ever thought, "I wish my brain worked better for languages" or "Maybe I'm just not a language person" …this episode is going to turn that story completely upside down. Because today, we're talking about the science of rewiring your brain—literally growing new neural connections—and how that's exactly what happens when you learn a language, no matter your age. Mindset Magic FREE Interactive Worksheet - https://lgelena.com/overcome-language-learning-barriers/ Mindset Workbook - https://lgelena.com/ms-workbook/ Mindset Magic Mini Course - https://lgelena.com/courses/mindset-magic/
Today's episode is a little different… and honestly, it feels a bit like opening my journal and letting you read a few pages. I want to take you behind the scenes of a pivot I never thought I would make. Welcome back to The Foreign Language Roadmap, the podcast that helps you build confidence, consistency, and joy in your language learning journey — one small step at a time. I'm your host, Elena Hebert, and today's episode is a bit different from my usual content. If you've been with me for a while, you know that languages have been the core of my world for years. They shaped my purpose, my business, my identity. But recently, something shifted. And it wasn't sudden — it was this quiet whisper that kept getting louder until I finally had to listen. It feels right to do this now.
You know that feeling when you get a random pocket of time — maybe the kids are playing quietly, the bus is late, or you're waiting for water to boil — and instead of doing something you've been meaning to do, you… scroll Instagram, check email, or read the same headline three times? It's not that you're lazy. It's not that you're unmotivated. It's just that you didn't see that time for what it was. And here's the kicker: if you've ever told yourself "I just don't have time to learn a language," this episode is going to completely change the way you see your schedule. Top 3 priorities planner - https://lgelena.com/tm-freebie/ Time Management Workbook - https://lgelena.com/tm-workbook/ Time Management Mini Course - https://lgelena.com/courses/time-management-mini-course/
Have you ever noticed how some words just stick better when they're part of a story? Or how you feel more confident speaking when you have a story to tell, not just isolated vocabulary? Well, that's exactly what we'll talk about today: how to use storytelling as a secret weapon to boost your memory and your speaking skills — making language learning more natural and fun. And if you have been following my podcast and you are already familiar with my approach, you might already want to create a system that fits your real life (not some textbook fantasy), go ahead and grab the step by step workbook in the show notes. It's simple, practical, and it'll help you build a learning routine that sticks—without needing more willpower. Find me here on my website https://lgelena.com/ or here on Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/language.guide.elena/ Free Mini Roadmap - https://lgelena.com/free-flr/ Foreign Language Roadmap Workbook - https://lgelena.com/lt-workbook/#
In the last episode, I talked about how studying more isn't always the answer — and how my client Julia started speaking confidently not by adding more hours, but by learning smarter. Today, I want to show you exactly how that works — how you can stop feeling overwhelmed and start weaving language into your real, daily life — even if you're busy, distracted, or short on time. This is the method I teach my clients, and it's what I call Foreign Language Roadmap. Find me here on my website https://lgelena.com/ or here on Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/language.guide.elena/ Free Mini Roadmap - https://lgelena.com/free-flr/ Foreign Language Roadmap Workbook - https://lgelena.com/lt-workbook/#
Did you know that most adults trying to learn a new language only remember about 20% of what they study? And here's the twist — even when they double or triple their study hours, it doesn't solve the problem. So what's going on? If studying harder doesn't work… what does? Let's talk about it. Find me here on my website https://lgelena.com/ or here on Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/language.guide.elena/ Free Mini Roadmap - https://lgelena.com/free-flr/ Foreign Language Roadmap Workbook - https://lgelena.com/lt-workbook/#
If you've ever found yourself thinking things like: "I need a structured class to learn properly." "This app feels too easy. It can't really help me." "Watching TV doesn't count as studying." "If I'm not studying for an hour, it's pointless." Then this episode is for you. Because sometimes, the biggest obstacle between you and fluency… is the belief that you're supposed to do it a certain way. Let's talk about it. Mindset Magic FREE Interactive Worksheet - https://lgelena.com/overcome-language-learning-barriers/ Mindset Workbook - https://lgelena.com/ms-workbook/ Mindset Magic Mini Course - https://lgelena.com/courses/mindset-magic/
If you've ever told yourself, "Ugh, I just need more willpower to study regularly…" — then this episode is 100% for you. Because today, I want to tell you a story. Not just any story—this is about one of my clients, someone who genuinely wanted to improve, thought her biggest issue was self-discipline… but discovered something completely different once we looked a little closer. And honestly? Her story reminds me of me. And probably, of you, too. Free Mini Roadmap - https://lgelena.com/free-flr/ Foreign Language Roadmap Workbook - https://lgelena.com/lt-workbook/# Find me here on my website https://lgelena.com/ or here on Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/language.guide.elena/
If you've ever felt like you don't have enough time… or you're too distracted to make real progress… or that you keep putting off studying because it just feels like too much—this episode is for you. Let's get into it. Top 3 priorities planner - https://lgelena.com/tm-freebie/ Time Management Workbook - https://lgelena.com/tm-workbook/ Time Management Mini Course - https://lgelena.com/courses/time-management-mini-course/
Today's episode is for anyone who's stuck in "preparation mode." You know—when you want to start speaking your target language, or practicing more often, or finally joining that class… but instead, you keep waiting to feel ready. Been there. Lived there. So today, I want to talk about a concept that helped me get unstuck: it's called the Fresh Start Effect—and specifically, how to use it to focus on movement instead of waiting for perfection. Because truthfully? Starting messy is one of the most powerful things you can do. Free Mini Roadmap - https://lgelena.com/free-flr/ Foreign Language Roadmap Workbook - https://lgelena.com/lt-workbook/#
Let me share a story I've never told quite like this before… If you've ever felt stuck, confused, or like you're trying everything and nothing is working… this episode is especially for you. Today we're diving into a topic that might surprise you: The Butterfly Effect—and how it relates to learning a language. Through the link below you can download a FREE mini roadmap that will help you clarify how to proceed with your target language whatever stage you are currently at or a full step by step workbook to guide you to a conversational level Free Mini Roadmap - https://lgelena.com/free-flr/ Comprehensive Foreign Language Roadmap Workbook - https://lgelena.com/lt-workbook/#
Have you ever felt like you're doing everything right in your language learning journey, but suddenly... nothing seems to stick? You study vocabulary, practice speaking, and yet it feels like you're not getting any better. You're stuck. If you've ever felt like this, you're not alone. I've been there, and I want to talk about it today. Find me here on my website https://lgelena.com/ or here on Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/language.guide.elena/ Free Mini Roadmap - https://lgelena.com/free-flr/ Foreign Language Roadmap Workbook - https://lgelena.com/lt-workbook/#
Let me tell you how my language learning journey went from "this will be easy" to "what have I gotten myself into?" At first, learning Italian felt like a piece of cake. I was having fun playing Duolingo games, watching YouTube videos with people saying "ciao bella" and "espresso" a lot, and honestly thinking that sooner or later, I'd just wake up fluent. Simple, right? Then… life happened. Find me here on my website https://lgelena.com/ or here on Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/language.guide.elena/ Time Management Free Cheatsheet - https://lgelena.com/time-management-cheatsheet/ Time Management Workbook - https://lgelena.com/tm-workbook/
Today's episode is for anyone who's ever felt like they're constantly restarting their language routine—only to fall off track again and again. Because, honestly? That's been me lately. And if you've ever felt stuck in that cycle—of wanting to stay consistent, but ending up tired, overwhelmed, or just plain forgetting—I want to share something that's been helping me lately: a psychological trick called the Fresh Start Effect. Find me here on my website https://lgelena.com/ or here on Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/language.guide.elena/ Free Mini Roadmap - https://lgelena.com/free-flr/ Foreign Language Roadmap Workbook - https://lgelena.com/lt-workbook/#
In today's episode, We'll talk about: The difference between translated and authentic content Why jumping into native materials too early can actually slow you down And how to strategically work your way up to using real-world resources—without getting discouraged Let's dive in! Find me here on my website https://lgelena.com/ or here on Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/language.guide.elena/ Free Mini Roadmap - https://lgelena.com/free-flr/ Foreign Language Roadmap Workbook - https://lgelena.com/lt-workbook/#
Have you ever studied something—really studied it—only to completely blank when you needed to use it? That sinking feeling of "I KNOW I've learned this before… so why can't I remember it now?" If you've been there—you're not alone. In fact, I've been there too. And today, I want to tell you how one frustrating experience almost made me give up learning Italian—and how a tool you probably haven't fully tapped into yet saved me from quitting. But more importantly, we're going to uncover why we forget so easily… and how to make language learning stick for the long haul. Find me here on my website https://lgelena.com/ or here on Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/language.guide.elena/ Free Mini Roadmap - https://lgelena.com/free-flr/ Foreign Language Roadmap Workbook - https://lgelena.com/lt-workbook/#
Today's episode is for anyone who's ever felt behind, too slow, or not "enough" on their journey. Maybe that's how you feel right now—like others are speeding past you in their language learning or personal goals. But what if the key to success isn't speed or the time spent… it's consistency? Find me here on my website https://lgelena.com/ or here on Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/language.guide.elena/ Free Mini Roadmap - https://lgelena.com/free-flr/ Foreign Language Roadmap Workbook - https://lgelena.com/lt-workbook/#
Today, we're going to dive into something that might feel uncomfortable, even a little scary—making mistakes. But what if I told you that the very thing you fear most could actually be the key to your success? That's right, I'm talking about embracing your mistakes as part of the language learning process. In this episode, we're going to explore why mistakes aren't something to be afraid of, but rather something to be enjoyed and celebrated. I'll share why they're a natural and necessary part of your journey and how you can shift your mindset to make mistakes your greatest tool for progress. Ready to change how you view errors? Find me here on my website https://lgelena.com/ or here on Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/language.guide.elena/ Mindset Magic FREE Interactive Worksheet - https://lgelena.com/overcome-language-learning-barriers/ Mindset Workbook - https://lgelena.com/ms-workbook/ Mindset Magic Mini Course - https://lgelena.com/courses/mindset-magic/
What if the secret to speaking a new language confidently… was becoming someone else? No, seriously, a little element of disguise can make a huge difference. Whether it's a hat, a scarf, or just a new mindset—tapping into an alter ego can change everything. Today's episode is all about overcoming speaking anxiety with a trick that performers and athletes swear by. Ready to become the bolder, freer version of you? Find me here on my website https://lgelena.com/ or here on Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/language.guide.elena/ Mindset Magic FREE Interactive Worksheet - https://lgelena.com/overcome-language-learning-barriers/ Mindset Workbook - https://lgelena.com/ms-workbook/ Mindset Magic Mini Course - https://lgelena.com/courses/mindset-magic/
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