#46: Back to Korean — How to Reset After Summer (Even If You Feel Behind)

02/09/2025 16 min
#46: Back to Korean — How to Reset After Summer (Even If You Feel Behind)

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Episode Synopsis


Back to school.Back to work.Back to Korean.
If you’ve taken a break over the summer — or if you’re feeling a little behind — this episode is for you.
Eliza shares five real Korean expressions to help you restart gently, rebuild confidence, and reconnect with your goals — without guilt or overwhelm.
In This Episode:

  Common emotional blocks in September — and how to shift them
  Korean phrases for saying “I’m starting again” (in real life)
  Speaking practice: repeat-after-me segments to get back into your flow
  What’s coming to TOPIK & Beyond this season
  A sneak peek at the upcoming 5-Day Speaking Challenge 

Today’s Korean Phrases:

  다시 시작하려고요 – I’m trying to start again
  요즘 좀 쉬었어요 – I’ve been on a break lately
  이번 달부터 다시 해보려고요 – I’ll try again starting this month
  괜찮아요, 천천히 해도 돼요 – It’s okay. You can go slowly
  이번엔 꾸준히 해보고 싶어요 – I want to stay consistent this time

Resources Mentioned:
➕ Practice Real Korean — With Confidence
➕ Get Ready for the 5-Day Speaking Challenge
Details coming soon — stay on the email list to be the first to know!Want a personal invite to the challenge? Join my email list at www.joaacademy.com
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