S2 E5: Relaxing After Work - Upper Intermediate Advanced English Vocabulary Podcast UK & US English

Published 2024-03-11
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🛀 Unwinding After Work: UK vs USA - Advanced English Podcast Episode

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🎧 In this soothing episode of the Advanced English Podcast, hosts Kat from the USA and Mark from the UK share how they decompress after a hectic day at work. This episode dives into the personal strategies our hosts employ to find peace and relaxation amidst the chaos of their professional lives, all while teaching you relevant English vocabulary and phrases related to stress management and self-care.

🇺🇸 Kat talks about the importance of vegging out on the couch and engaging in simple, mind-off tasks like doing the dishes or going for a walk to relieve the stress of a tough day. She emphasizes the value of "me-time" during the weekend, which might include a spa day or enjoying a movie and yoga at home. Kat’s approach to unwinding is about finding balance and ensuring she's mentally prepared for the week ahead.

🇬🇧 Mark describes his method of coping with the pressure of being buried in work by disconnecting completely once he's home—silencing his phone and stepping away from all work-related communication. Cooking and cleaning act as therapeutic activities for him. On weekends, physical activities like walking or exercising help him leave the stress of the workweek behind and recharge for the days ahead.

📚 As they share their personal routines, Kat and Mark introduce listeners to a variety of expressions related to stress relief, mental health, and the small activities that can help one reset after a demanding day at work. This episode is perfect for advanced English learners looking to enhance their vocabulary on wellness and self-care.

🌟 How do you unwind after a stressful day? Share your relaxation tips in the comments! And don't forget to subscribe for more engaging and educational episodes.

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All Comments (21)
  • @user-or4px8iz4m
    I am always watching videos and learning something new. Huge Thank you
  • Hi! Thank you so much for this episode. Usually after work I swamp in to-do list things. One of thing is to improve my English, so I carve out time to watch your episodes. But when my battery is too low, the only way to rest is to veg out on the couch.
  • Hello. Thanks for your videos. When I vegging out I like to hear this videos. I switch off my mind and relax learning English 😊
  • @AB-mn5qd
    Thank you so much. The best teachers🌸
  • @lili-nn4di
    thanks for this really good epsiode you brewed for us . after a stressful day i think i just want to be outside alone and take a deep breather
  • @vika1641
    Hi, my lovely teachers:) After a busy day, I try to decompress and unwind. Sometimes I study English, do some exercises, or do some household chores, but at other times I just end up lounging around at home. Thank you for a really informative and interesting video. I feel like I'm improving my language skills🤩
  • @user-mk7sk5nu6s
    I absolutely loved this video! Many fresh and practical expressions are amazing. As an employee, I can use them in everyday life. This gives me curiosity and pure joy to learn English again. Thank you for the wonderful video!
  • @user-fv1nk2bo2r
    Waiting for your episodes 😂 😅😊 Thank you for your great efforts. Always, I study English with this class. From Korea a.m 4: 45
  • Hi wonderful teachers!I work in a pediatric hospital so stress is always beside me .most days are just one those days so l need to unwind and recuperate .After getting home I spend some time with my children ,then I put my phone on silent and veg out on the sofa and take a short nap .making a cake or drinking a flavored tea is also help me to distract myself on hard day.
  • @lameeszienab7954
    Thanks for always trying to benefit us with everyday expressions ; they've come really in handy ..can't wait to jot down my journal using your vocabs ❤
  • @shubhamsur
    Amazing classes..thank you lovely teachers🙏
  • @theinzawnyunt
    My teachers you are awesome and thank you both your efforts and blessings.
  • Thanks a lot for another very interesting and informative episode! It’s always my pleasure to see and to listen to you!
  • HI .High Level Listening Family ,this is really new episode where you enliven the machinery terminology with the human psychology ..really amazing it is . wish you be on the triumphant march ahead time too
  • @nurcanselvi2484
    With life being so stressful and full of uncertainties lately. I was thinking about how I managed to get my mind off reality's chaos on my way. Once I got myself home, I lounged around at home for a while. It was like there was nothing left in my reserves- physically, mentally, or emotionally. It was just one of those times when even the simplest tasks felt like a struggle. I decided to indulge in a little self-care. I threw on one of my favorite tv series-Gilmore Girls, grabbed a bowl of popcorn, and settled in for a cozy night on the couch. Sometimes, the simplest pleasures were the best medicine for a tired mind and body.
  • @abbos_axiy
    Hey, dear teacher Kat. I really adore your speech, your pronunciation, and i also love your video lessons called 'INT 1,2,3,4...' keep doing them please more🙏🏻
  • Thanks guys for your classes. I really learn a lot of English with every episode. Greetings from Argentina!
  • I always wish to have chances to meet and talk to native English speakers to improve my speaking skill, but unfortunately I live in a place that there are very few foreigners living so It is difficult for me to meet English speaking people.Luckily I found your channel 2 weeks ago. From then I listen to your podcast every day. I understand almost 95% what you say.I am so thankful to you. I think I will improve my speaking and listening skill in the near future. Thank you so much. Both of you are terrific. I love you.