#40 Kris Broholm on Anti-Goals in Language Learning

Benny and Elizabeth talk to Kris Broholm from Actual Fluency
about language learning with depression, the language community,
and the power of finding support.


This episode discusses depression. If you are currently
experiencing depression, we recommend speaking with a
professional. You can call Safe Help Line at (888) 379-6507 or
any other support hotline


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Kris’s Email

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Episode Overview


Some of the topics brought up during the interview are:


Challenges of living abroad and why it’s not the secret to
language learning

Learning languages with depression

How language learning can counter the effects of depression

The benefits of support and accountability from other people

Creating wins in language learning

Avoiding the comparison trap

Anti-goals



Podcast theme: “A New Beginning” by Shannon Kennedy


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