Jèrriais, the language of Jersey

If you want to learn Jèrriais, you do not need to live on Jersey, but visiting the island makes the language feel real fast. I started learning Jèrriais through L’Office du Jèrriais in late 2024, and I’m still studying it now. This post covers what Jèrriais is, why I’m learning it, what the Eisteddfod is like,… View Article

Irish reading challenge: An Mac Tíre Deireanach (join me)

I’m doing an Irish reading challenge in February, and I’d like you to join me. It’s based on An Mac Tíre Deireanach (The Last Wolf) and it’s built around reading plus native audio, with support materials so you keep moving.  Why I’m doing it I’m a speaker of English and Welsh, and I’ve also studied Cornish. I started looking seriously… View Article

Language Learning: My 3-Month Coaching Approach

Language learning can feel like a repeated loop. You start with good intentions and enthusiasm. Then barriers appear. And you stop studying. I’ve studied many languages over the years, led workshops, spoken at international events, and worked with private clients and groups. Now, I’m opening a new three-month program that builds on that experience. Why Three… View Article

My Experience at Language Coaching Academy

During the pandemic I started doing LIVEs on my channels on YouTube, Instagram and Facebook. It became clear to me that questions arose each time from different people about similar issues. Note that I say “similar” and not “the same”. Why is that? Well, the clear answer to me was that all of us have… View Article