The holidays are over, and many of us are returning to our routines. If you've taken a break from learning Spanish, you might feel overwhelmed trying to get back on track. But don't worry! In this episode, we're tackling how to restart your bilingual journey with practical strategies to help you avoid feeling stuck or giving up.

Join me as I share 4 powerful principles to ease back into learning, stay consistent, and reignite your passion for becoming bilingual.

1. Start Small & Remove Guilt and Shame

• Why starting light and easy is the best way to rebuild momentum.
• The importance of replacing guilt and shame with conviction to stay committed to your vision.
• A personal story about how starting small with exercise taught me how to apply this principle to learning Spanish.

Focus on Consistency & Avoid Perfectionism

• Perfectionism can lead to procrastination and paralysis.
• Embrace short, consistent practice sessions instead of aiming for perfection.
• Why "practice makes consistent progress" is a healthier mindset than "practice makes perfect."

Do Hard Things & Reward Yourself

• Facing challenges expands your capacity and builds resilience.
• The power of visualizing rewards and celebrating progress, both short-term and long-term.
• Ideas for rewards that motivate parents, teens, and individual learners.

Ask for Help & Find Support

• You don’t have to do this alone—seek out community, teachers, and study partners.
• How our resources, including YouTube drills and songs, can make your learning experience more enjoyable and effective.

• YouTube Channel: Spanish Educational Solutions https://www.youtube.com/@spanisheducationalsolutions
  • Check out fun and engaging drills to help you learn Spanish!
  • Don’t miss our latest song: El Alfabeto en Español. https://youtu.be/-1PT2vn2RPQ?si=K4XaTOw1BvKDQWaP
• Courses for middle-high school years: Homeschool Spanish Curriculum

• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@spanisheducationalsolutions
• Website: spanisheducationalsolutions.com
• Follow us: https://www.instagram.com/spanisheducationalsolutions/
• https://www.facebook.com/Spanisheducationalsolutions

Thank you for listening! Happy New Year! ¡Feliz Año Nuevo! Let’s continue growing together on this bilingual journey. 🎉

Hasta luego, amigos!

Episode Description: In this inspiring episode, I speak with Angela Harders—international best-selling author, certified special education teacher with a Master’s in Bilingual Education, and founder of PAX Ministries. Angela shares her personal journey to becoming fluent in Spanish, reflecting on how her language skills opened doors to meaningful relationships within the Hispanic community. Parents, please note that we touch on some sensitive topics, so you may want to preview this episode before sharing it with young children. Stay tuned until the end for a brief Spanish lesson to help you connect more confidently with native speakers.

Note: This conversation offers honest insights and may involve sensitive subjects. Parents, please listen first and decide if it’s suitable for younger listeners.

Key Topics Discussed:

• Angela’s early start learning Spanish and how it shaped her path.
• Highlights from her trip to Guatemala and unexpected cultural lessons.
• Effective strategies for learning and improving Spanish skills.
• Overcoming challenges and embracing a growth mindset in language acquisition.
• Motivating teens to continue their Spanish studies despite difficulties.
• The impact of bilingualism on mission work, personal growth, and career opportunities.
• The founding of PeacefulWorldSchooler and its inspiration.
• Essential Spanish phrases to build trust and make a friendly first impression.

Listen to the end for a short Spanish lesson to boost your everyday conversations!

Resources Mentioned:

https://www.instagram.com/peacefulworldschooler/

https://www.tiktok.com/@peacefulworldschooler

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/PeacefulWorldschooler

Parent Webinar for Elementary Years:

How to Give your elementary age children an Authentic Spanish Learning Experience at Home

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To learn more about my K-12 Spanish Online Program for homeschool families visit my website

https://homeschoolspanishcurriculum.com/

Join our YouTube channel and enjoy our Spanish grammar drills and so much more

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSzeOe9M92Fa6UHxk03yQVw

Episode Description:

In this episode, I talked with Houlie Duque from HomeschooltoGo to discuss holistic Spanish immersion and how it nurtures both language skills and overall development. Houlie shares her journey as a bilingual program founder, teacher, and homeschooling mom, offering valuable insights for parents supporting Spanish learners. We explore practical strategies for creating immersive experiences, integrating culture, and using nature and emotional development to enhance learning. Plus, stay tuned for a fun Spanish song that’s perfect for children!

Main Points:

• The benefits of holistic and bilingual education.
• Practical tips for Spanish immersion at home.
• The role of project-based learning and Montessori methods in language acquisition.
• How culture and emotional development support language learning.
• The importance of nature in a child’s learning environment.
• Encouragement for teens to embrace speaking Spanish and grammar.

Resources Mentioned:

• Here website: https://www.homeschooltogo.org/

• Instagram https://www.instagram.com/homeschool.togo/
• La Lechuza Song listen at the end.
• Spinning Inward: Imágenes Guiadas por Maureen Murdock. en Español https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Z-Bb48Y24U
• Spinning Inward: Imágenes Guiadas por Maureen Murdock. en English https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Hdkwg-Il_w

Parent Webinar for Elementary Years:

How to Give your elementary age children an Authentic Spanish Learning Experience at Home

Register here

https://spanisheducationalsolutions.webinarninja.com/automated-webinars/21438/register?wid=10446218

To learn more about my K-12 Spanish Online Program for homeschool families visit my website

https://homeschoolspanishcurriculum.com/

Join our YouTube channel and enjoy our Spanish grammar drills and so much more

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSzeOe9M92Fa6UHxk03yQVw

Follow us on Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/spanisheducationalsolutions/