As 2025 comes to a close, this episode offers a calm, honest reflection on how to approach Korean learning in the new year — without pressure, burnout, or unrealistic resolutions.In this final episode of 2025, Eliza shares how she would learn Korean in 2026 if she were starting (or restarting) today: with less perfectionism, more consistency, and a gentler, more sustainable routine.This episode is not a study plan or a New Year’s resolution.It’s a mindset shift — designed to help Korean learners feel confident, supported, and motivated going into 2026.In This Episode, You’ll Learn:Why trying to study Korean perfectly (완벽하게) often slows progressWhy consistency matters more than motivationHow 조금씩, 꾸준히 (little by little, consistently) leads to real fluencyHow to set gentle intentions using –(으)려고 하다Why good learners don’t “quit” — they 다시 돌아와요 (come back)How to approach Korean in 2026 without restarting or burning outThis episode is ideal for learners who feel tired, stuck, or unsure how to move forward — and want Korean to feel more human and doable again.A Gentle Invitation: Korean FLOW ClubIn the episode, Eliza also shares why she created the Korean FLOW Club — a monthly practice space focused on:real Korean usagelistening, speaking, and writingshowing up imperfectlybuilding a routine you can return to anytime🎁 Soft Launch Offer$57/month until the end of DecemberRegular price $67/month starting January 2026Join the Korean FLOW Club for weekly practice in real Korean (reading, listening, speaking & writing).Key Korean Words & Expressions from the Episode완벽하게 — perfectly조금씩, 꾸준히 — little by little, consistently–(으)려고 하다 — to intend / plan to다시 돌아오다 — to come back괜찮아요 — it’s okayNo memorization required — just gentle exposure.If This Episode Helped YouShare it with a friend learning KoreanSave it as a reminder for 2026Leave a short review to support the podcastYour support helps more Korean learners find calm, sustainable guidance.Prefer reading while you listen?I’m experimenting with a new way to support visual learners!→ Read this episode on SubstackConnect with Me🌐 Website: https://www.joaacademy.com/📸 Instagram: @korean.joaacademy

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