Start Small, Speak Daily
From Journaling To Conversations
Have you ever felt stuck in your English learning journey, knowing the words but struggling to speak them? You’re not alone—and the good news is, fluency is closer than you think.
The key to fluency is consistency, not perfection. My first breakthrough with English came when I started writing exclusively in English in my journal daily. I used a translator initially but began to write fluently over time.
I paired this practice with improving my professional skills, particularly in writing, which I’ve always been passionate about. To enhance my abilities, I experimented with different models.
"Fluency isn’t about being perfect—it’s about showing up daily. Mistakes are part of the process. Keep going, and soon enough, the words will flow."
Once I felt more confident, I started speaking with others. At first, I scheduled calls, but eventually, I began hopping on calls with people who interested me.
The secret is simple—start with that first call. When I was learning Spanish, I knew only two or three sentences. I had a call with a like-minded buddy who was also learning the language. We joked a lot, and he gave me some tips on improving my Spanish, though I couldn’t comprehend much then.
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Your path is straightforward:
Start with journaling to make it a regular habit and get used to the language. Write about your day and interests—anything that feels natural to you. The vocabulary you gain will be relevant to your life.
When you write daily in English (or any other language you’re learning), focus on expressing your thoughts. If you can’t recall a word, use a translator. The idea isn’t to be perfect but to master fluency and improve step by step.
Just relax and take it easy! Let your thoughts flow through your mouth!
When you begin speaking, prepare with conversation starters that cover introductions, hobbies, etc. Implement the phrases you learn from these lessons in your conversations.
This is how you master anything—step by step. Initially, you need words and basic grammar. Then, you need to be BOLD enough to make mistakes and learn from them.
You can start with simple phrases like “Hello,” “How are you?” and “My name is...” Practice them daily until they feel natural.