French the natural way: from Distraction to Connection, How to Focus on French

Coucou les French learners,

Have you ever found yourself trying to watch a video in a foreign language, only to be distracted by the incessant buzz of your phone or the nagging thoughts of tasks left undone? I certainly have.

I often attempt to immerse myself in a Chinese language video,

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French news: Join the Conversation, Interesting Stories and Community Insights

Coucou les membres de la communauté,

This is a gentle reminder to fill out our very short survey regarding the organization of our immersive French week in Pau next year.

My sister, Astrid, and I need enough responses to plan this exciting event effectively.

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French the natural way: One Simple Habit for Reaching Advanced Level

Coucou les French learners,

Recently, I’ve been receiving numerous inquiries about progressing from an intermediate to an advanced level in French.

In fact, just this week, Mohammed commented on my latest YouTube video, asking:

I have DELF B1 and I would like to progress to reach DELF B2,

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French news: Discover the Magic of Pau, Your French Immersion Awaits!

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This week, My sister, Astrid & I are thrilled to announce our upcoming French immersion week in the charming city of Pau, nestled in the heart of southwestern France.

This 5-day intensive course promises to be an unforgettable experience,

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French the natural way: Why Stages Matter More Than Levels, A Fresh Perspective on French Acquisition

Coucou les French learners,

Have you ever felt frustrated by language levels that don’t quite capture your progress?

You’re not alone.

Traditional language levels, like A1 to C2, are widely used but often fall short in describing the nuanced journey of language acquisition.

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French news: Connect and Celebrate – Free French Session on the Saint Martin Legend

Coucou les membres de la communauté,

This week, you have an exciting opportunity to enhance your language abilities and immerse yourself in French culture.

Free French Session: Saint Martin’s Day Legend

Join me this Wednesday for a special one-hour free French session on Zoom. We’ll be exploring the heartwarming legend of Saint Martin,

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