Dear French Story Listeners,

Have you ever caught yourself frantically translating every French word back to English in your mind?

Like a mental ping-pong match that leaves you exhausted before the story even ends?

Here’s the lovely truth: your brain is already wired for language.

You don’t need to work so hard.

This past Saturday, we shared a beautiful Bulgarian folk tale together – “Le soleil et le hérisson” (The Sun and the Hedgehog).

→ Watch it here 🎥 https://youtu.be/TO-fvQS9xwk

If you’ve ever wondered why hedgehogs have those precious little spikes? This tale holds the answer.

This week’s gentle invitation

Find yourself a cozy spot, settle in, and simply receive this story.

There’s no need to translate in your head or catch every single word – just be present with the French as it unfolds.

Let the words wash over you like warm water.

Notice the rhythm. Feel the emotion.

Your mind is beautifully designed to absorb language this way – naturally and gently, the way children do.

Trust yourself. Trust the process.

A word from Lynden (5 stars on Trustpilot)

“I studied French in school for 10 years in Canada… but was never able to get the language to click. Working through these videos has been so helpful to consolidate the grammar and vocabulary that I learned academically but couldn’t put together. It’s also great for training the ear to hear and understand rather than relying on reading. I think this is a great resource, and really thoughtfully put together!”

Wishing you a week of gentle progress,

Alice 💕

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