159. How to Make (Better) Small Talk

Our problem isn’t that we’re incapable of becoming disciplined. And it’s not even that becoming disciplined is difficult. — The problem is that we often discipline ourselves to do the wrong things.If you want to listen to this show without interruptions from advertisers, get a transcript of every episode, and advanced vocabulary guides to learn more effectively, subscribe to my patreon 👉 https://patreon.com/realenglishradioTimestamps:0:00 What is discipline?0:39 My thoughts4:47 A short storyLink to the video used in this episode 👉 https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTr888Yyv/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Going on a 3-month trip to an undisclosed location… enjoy the ride.If you want to listen to this show without interruptions from advertisers, get a transcript of every episode, and advanced vocabulary guides to learn more effectively, subscribe to my patreon 👉 https://patreon.com/realenglishradioTimestamps:0:00 ¡No me tomen por farsante!1:57 Important updates6:43 Champions league final13:15 Should a player remain ‘loyal’ to his club?23:00 AI video is getting good38:56 How will AI affect English learning/teaching?47:49 Globalization is a double-edged sword53:53 Learning English will change your life59:34 Globalization is destroying cultural identity1:06:11 Hip Hop has taken over the world1:11:18 No more personality1:14:50 I’ll be back! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The United States of America is known as one of the richest countries in the world, but you might be surprised to know that millions of people here are actually struggling to survive. In this episode, we’re going to talk about the reason(s).If you want to listen to this show without interruptions from advertisers, get a transcript of every episode, and advanced vocabulary guides to learn more effectively, subscribe to my patreon 👉 https://patreon.com/realenglishradioTimestamps:0:00 Americans are drowning in debt0:45 Main sources of debt1:33 Student loans32:04 Car loans50:52 Credit cards1:04:04 Final thoughtsLinks to the videos used in this episode 👇Student loans: https://www.tiktok.com/@nurseamaiya/video/7462874821622287646?_r=1&_t=ZT-8w6joHluchPCar loans: https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTjAp64WE/Credit cards: https://www.tiktok.com/@debtfreewithesperanza/video/7482855209429978398?_r=1&_t=ZT-8w763MRzldu Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Many of us interpret this silence as an indication that something is wrong; we’re boring, they’re boring, someone’s uncomfortable, there’s nothing else to talk about, etc. But the reality is that silence can not only be pleasurable, but also a useful tool when making conversation with people, especially ones you don’t know very well. So in this episode, I’m gonna teach you to think about and use silence in a more productive way so you can have better conversations with anyone you meet.If you want to listen to this show without interruptions from advertisers, get a transcript of every episode, and advanced vocabulary guides to learn more effectively, subscribe to my patreon 👉https://patreon.com/realenglishradioTimestamps:0:00 Intro1:27 How to handle awkward silence17:44 Why is silence so shameful?21:14 See silence in a new light26:34 Use silence to your advantageLink to the video used in this episode 👉 https://www.tiktok.com/@young.and.disciplinedynd/video/7415736964780969246?_r=1&_t=8r7lJxjWyA Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Introverts hate it… extroverts need it… and so many of us don’t know how to do it properly. So in this episode, I’m going to share a simple technique for making small talk, and the mindset you need in order to apply this technique correctly.If you want to listen to this show without interruptions from advertisers, get a transcript of every episode, and advanced vocabulary guides to learn more effectively, subscribe to my patreon 👉 https://patreon.com/realenglishradioTimestamps:0:00 Intro0:41 How to make (better) small talk1:54 The problem3:14 The solution4:08 Asking open-ended questions11:00 Reflecting and adding17:23 Why this technique works19:05 Common mistakes to avoid21:57 How to start practicing23:54 A personal anecdoteLink to the video used in this episode 👉 https://www.tiktok.com/@speakingwithyasir/video/7403802692566469893?_r=1&_t=8r7ELYgsmtf Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

One of my listeners recently asked me about the steps I took to get better at talking to people in real life. This episode is the response to that question.If you want to listen to this show without interruptions from advertisers, get a transcript of every episode, and advanced vocabulary guides to learn more effectively, subscribe to my patreon 👉 https://patreon.com/realenglishradioTimestamps:0:00 Intro2:19 Stop socializing with people you don’t like or respect6:30 Stop trying to be perceived in a particular way10:31 Stop expecting a particular outcome14:21 Stop overthinking19:59 Stop taking rejection personally25:10 Approaching people you’re afraid of28:23 Put yourself in situations where you have to be social32:59 Study the art of conversation34:22 Learn from the best40:57 Focus more on them and less on yourself44:04 Embrace the feeling of being misunderstood and disliked Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I don’t mind being alone, but seeing how everyone else is always going out with friends makes me feel like a loser… is something wrong with me?If you want to listen to this show without interruptions from advertisers, get a transcript of every episode, and advanced vocabulary guides to learn more effectively, subscribe to my patreon 👉 https://patreon.com/realenglishradioTimestamps:0:00 The reality of going out alone1:22 Brief intro2:38 Explaining the clip12:26 You don’t look weird16:05 Don’t wait to have funLink to the video used in this episode 👇Video 1: https://www.tiktok.com/@uuhhead/video/7500480893476211998?_t=ZT-8wATBMGq6kF&_r=1Video 2: https://www.tiktok.com/@krizzmaa/video/7343977705668398338?_r=1&_t=ZT-8wATaodxvpOVideo 3: https://www.tiktok.com/@nrmdls/video/7487290556259896619?_r=1&_t=ZT-8wATLfSMLPP Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I’m in the mood to go nowhere… would you like to come with me?If you want to listen to this show without interruptions from advertisers, get a transcript of every episode, and advanced vocabulary guides to learn more effectively, subscribe to my patreon 👉 https://patreon.com/realenglishradioTimestamps:0:00 ¡YO SOY EL QUE SIENTE, YO SOY EL QUE VIVE!3:52 Showing up at someone’s house unannounced21:50 Must you have a purpose in life?41:53 I’m accepting music recommendations (Eng, Esp, Ptg)47:02 Shoutouts48:07 How did I get better at socializing? (Coming soon)55:40 What to expect in the future Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I don’t notice it—until you mention it, bro.If you want to listen to this show without interruptions from advertisers, get a transcript of every episode, and advanced vocabulary guides to learn more effectively, subscribe to my patreon 👉 https://patreon.com/realenglishradioTimestamps:0:00 Stop apologizing1:06 It’s fear, not humility1:41 You’re calling attention to something insignificant4:14 Self-protection in disguise8:20 It’s communicating, not performingLink to the video used in this episode 👉 https://www.tiktok.com/@parthisdreaming/video/7485770991570799903?_r=1&_t=ZT-8vx8wBQNgMg Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Amazing things can happen when you show up consistently.If you want to listen to this show without interruptions from advertisers, get a transcript of every episode, and advanced vocabulary guides to learn more effectively, subscribe to my patreon 👉 https://patreon.com/realenglishradioTimestamps:0:00 Intro2:00 Greetings4:09 Explaining the clip22:44 Key takeaways29:35 How is this relevant to you?Link to the video used in this episode 👉 https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTjMT29y2/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.