Emotions across languages. Have you ever wondered why, no matter how perfectly you speak a second (or third or more) language perfectly, you still struggle to express certain traits of your personality in it? Dr. Ekaterina Matveeva, creator of the Language Alter Ego theory, explains why technical fluency isn't enough and how to develop your authentic emotional voice in any language.Many advanced speakers struggle because they haven't reflected on "who they want to be" in their target language. Is it your case?EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:00:00 Introduction02:57 The Danger of Treating Language as "Cold Logic"04:30 The Multi-Dimensional World of Emotions Across Languages05:46 "Localizing" Emotions: Learning New Emotional Scripts09:01 The Vocabulary Gap: Why Couples Struggle Across Languages12:03 Cultural & National Trauma: Tapping into Collective Unconscious14:44 Your Physiological Response to Different Languages15:47 How Your Brain Records Memories in Different Languages20:46 The Core Self vs. Multiple Language PersonalitiesCONNECT WITH EKATERINA MATVEEVA:Ekaterina Matveeva's books and courses (affiliate link): https://amolingua.samcart.com/referral/ETppRETS/NatCvV2bHklvC0Cm Youtube @Amolingua Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ekaterina-matveeva/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/languagealterego/----------------ABOUT YOUR HOST:👋🏻 Hi, I'm Cathy, certified Neurolanguage Coaching and Teacher Trainer.I help adults all over the world to learn French more effectively and stress-free.👨‍🏫 Do you teach a language or languages and are you looking to transform the way you prepare your lessons and teach? I'm an accredited trainer for Efficient Language Coaching and lead the Neurolanguage coach certification course in Canada and online.#ExpatLife #LanguageLearning #CulturalIntegration #MovingAbroad #LanguageCoaching #ExpatsAbroad #IntegrationAbroad #Interculturalcouple #EmotionalIntelligence #Multilingual #CulturalIdentity #SecondLanguageAcquisition

In this episode, we chat with Ekaterina Matveeva, language and intercultural expert, about why successful expat integration involves much more than just speaking the local language perfectly. Ekaterina shares her personal journey with multiple languages and reveals the 14 dimensions of cultural integration that every expat experiences.

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Dive into a revolutionary language-learning journey with Unlocking Language Alter Ego: Emotional, Social, and Cognitive Pathways to Polyglot Mastery, the ultimate guide for students eager to master multiple languages through innovative, emotion-centered techniques. This book is not just about memorizing vocabulary or grammar—it is about discovering your unique Language Alter Ego, an approach that transforms the way you connect with languages. By weaving emotional resilience, social skills, and cognitive strategies, this book provides you with tools to learn languages faster, retain more, and express yourself confidently across cultures. Whether you are just starting out or are already an advanced learner, this guide gives you practical exercises and insights into how your mind can work with, not against, your goals of fluency.❤️"Meraki" is a Greek word for pouring your heart into what you do.

✨EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:• 00:00 Introduction: today's topic• 02:00 Matveeva's family's experience moving from country to country growing up and what it taught her• 9:02 going around Europe trying to fit in• 00:15:43 - Why locals can identify foreigners by their walk before they even speak• 00:16:24 - The importance of feeling the "beat of the city" for integration• 00:18:34 - Why connection is more important than perfect grammar• 00:19:16 - Matveeva's personal journey with multiple languages• 00:22:37 - The concept of "imagined identity" and its importance in language learning• 00:24:58 - How we develop different personalities in different languages• 00:27:14 - Matveeva's 14-dimension model of language personalities• 00:28:12 - The dimensions beyond language: emotions, psychology, perception, and more

CONNECT WITH EKATERINA MATVEEVA:

Ekaterina Matveeva's books and courses (affiliate link): https://amolingua.samcart.com/referral/ETppRETS/NatCvV2bHklvC0Cm

Youtube @Amolingua

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ekaterina-matveeva/

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👋🏻 Hi, I'm Cathy, certified Neurolanguage Coaching and Teacher Trainer.I help adults all over the world to learn French more effectively and stress-free.👨‍🏫 Do you teach a language or languages and are you looking to transform the way you prepare your lessons and teach? I'm an accredited trainer for Efficient Language Coaching and lead the Neurolanguage coach certification course in Canada and online.

#ExpatLife #LanguageLearning #CulturalIntegration #MovingAbroad #LanguageCoaching #ExpatsAbroad #LearnFrench #IntegrationAbroad

In this episode, Cathy sits down with Federica Piga, a Neurolanguage coach and certified trauma recovery coach, to explore the intricate connections between trauma and language learning. Federica shares her holistic approach to teaching Italian, emphasizing empathy, neuroscience, and stress-release strategies tailored to help learners thrive. Topics: 01:55 How did you become a Neurolanguage Coach and trauma recovery coach?04:17 How trauma affects language acquisition and communication. 08:04 How to develop self-confidence as a language learner or non-native speaker? 10:43 How does Federica deals with the 2 facets of her practice (language instruction / trauma recovery) 11:58 The "Holistic Italian Journey," a unique program that merges self-development with language learning. 15:10 Download Federica’s 5-Week Guide to Confidently Learning Italian, featuring strategies for both language acquisition and overcoming mental barriers (available at https://holisticitalian.com). 16:30 Federica`s "Crossroad moment": She opens up about her personal journey, from teaching Italian in refugee camps to building a successful language school in Bulgaria. 20:59 Federica's plans for 2025 Guest: FEDERICA PIGA Federica is a Neurolanguage coach and certified trauma recovery coach. She speaks multiple languages and she developed a holistic approach to teaching Italian. She's integrating stress-releasing strategies for learners struggling with recall and communication. Where to find her? https://holisticitalian.com WhatsApp +359 89 969 6565 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/holistic_italian_journey/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61557862112237 LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/federica-piga-78ba4879/#LanguageLearning #TraumaRecovery #HolisticEducation #italianlanguagecourses #selfdevelopmentcoach #selfdevelopmentpodcast #frenchlearning ---------------------- 👋🏻 Hey, I'm Cathy, a certified Neurolanguage Coach and Teacher Trainer. I help adults from all over the world learn French more efficiently and without stress. I help Francophones improve their fluency and self-confidence in English. 👨‍🏫 Are you a teacher looking to tranform how you prepare classes and teach? I'm a licenced trainer for Efficient Language Coaching, delivering the certifying course to become a Neurolanguage Coach in Canada and online. 🔗Find me at https://mypolyglotlife.com 🤝🏻 Let's connect on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/catherine-introligator/