A.J. Hoge's Blog, page 47
March 28, 2017
Silenced Movie Review
Silenced is a movie about censorship and free speech in America. AJ reviews the movie and teaches you some of the vocabulary. He plays a few interviews from the film. The film was produced by Mike Cernovich.
Free speech is the foundation of true education. Without free speech, we cannot have real education. Instead, we have only lies and propaganda. Unfortunately, free speech is being silenced in most America schools. American universities are where the very worst censorship is happening.
In this new Effortless English show, enjoy AJ’s review of the film. Then rent the film on Amazon video at: http://a.co/hhFOJ2V
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What Is The Meaning Of Nostalgia?
What Is The Meaning Of Nostalgia?
The word “nostalgia” describes a feeling of longing for the past. The feeling is both bitter – because the past cannot be retrieved – and sweet – because the feeling is triggered by warm, affectionate memories.
Etymology
The word is formed from two Greek words: nostos, which means “return home,” and algos, which means “pain” or “longing.” The word has an interesting story; it was originally coined in 1668 as a medical diagnosis for Swiss soldiers who were far from home and suffering from depression. It was based on the German word for homesickness, Heimweh, and it was considered a serious diagnosis that could even be fatal. According to a report published in 1867, 13 Northern soldiers died of nostalgia in the first two years of the American Civil War. The modern meaning of the word was first used in 1920.
Benefits Of Nostalgia
Nostalgia is no longer considered a disease; it is actually thought to have several benefits. People who feel nostalgic about the past are comforted by happy memories, and it reminds them of people they love, reinforcing feelings of social connectedness. According to psychologists, the experience of nostalgia can comfort people who are in distress and increase their self-esteem.
Nostalgia In Literature
One of the most famous examples of nostalgia in literature is the French novel In Search Of Lost Time by Marcel Proust. In the novel, the main character is eating a madeleine, a type of cake, dipped in tea. The taste of the cake brings back a memory of his childhood, when he ate the same treat in the home of his aunt. The first memory triggered a flood of recollections of his childhood home and the town where he lived.
Nostalgia In TV
Some TV programs are set in the past because they evoke nostalgia in viewers. The show Mad Men, for example, may bring on feelings of nostalgia for the fashions and décor of the 1960s. A more recent Netflix show, Stranger Things, is set in the early 1980s. Many of its fans are middle-aged viewers who enjoy feeling nostalgia for their own school days.
Examples Of Sentences That Use “Nostalgia” or “Nostalgic”
Another form of the word “nostalgia” is “nostalgic,” which is an adjective.
1. When James watched old Pokemon episodes on YouTube, he felt nostalgic for his childhood.
2. Sometimes an old song can trigger feelings of nostalgia.
3. Anna looked through her high school photo album, feeling nostalgic for her school days.
4. Advertisers sometimes use nostalgia as a marketing strategy. An iPhone ad, for example, featured Cookie Monster, a character from a children’s TV show that has been running since 1969.
5. Students who leave home to attend university often feel nostalgic for their mother’s cooking.
6. The house Andy grew up in was small, and it always needed repairs. But now when he remembers the house, he is overcome with nostalgia.
7. Some Republican voters feel nostalgic for America of the 1950s, feeling the country was greater in those days.
8. The holidays evoke feelings of nostalgia. Every Christmas, for example, brings back memories of Christmases in the past.
9. French author Albert Camus famously said, “Every act of rebellion expresses a nostalgia for innocence and an appeal to the essence of being.”
10. Journalist Doug Larson described nostalgia as “a file that removes the rough edges from the good old days.”
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March 27, 2017
Never Quit English
Never quit English! A never quit attitude is perhaps the number one secret to success with English and with all important goals. Quitting is the cause of failure. Develop a never quit mindset by facing tough challenges in life. Learn how to grow stronger from problems and tough times. Train yourself to develop mental and emotional toughness. This toughness will be the ultimate cause of your success in life. This toughness will lead you to your dream life.
In this Effortless English Show, we listen to an interview with Kris “Tanto” Paronto. He is a former US Army ranger and one of the heroes of Benghazi shown in the movie “13 Hours”. AJ teaches you vocabulary from this interview. He also teaches you how to develop your own “never quit” mindset. Achieve English fluency and confidence. Achieve your dream life. Never quit.
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March 26, 2017
Importance of English
Importance of English: Money, jobs, career, international travel, international influence, international friends, international study abroad. English is the language of business and money. English is the language of travel and tourism. English is the language of science and academics. Do not forget the real world importance of English.
Sometimes you forget that English is more than just vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciation. Schools make you bored. Years of English schools can cause you to forget why you are learning it. You forget and get tired of studying. This is understandable. The problem is that English classes are unconnected to the real world. Students learn using textbooks and fake activities. Students stay stuck in a classroom. They focus on tests. They focus on grades.
But English is important in the real world, not the classroom. In this Effortless English Show, AJ reminds you of the real world benefits of mastering English. Enjoy!
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March 25, 2017
Korea English
Korea English teaching was my very first experience as an English teacher. Twenty years ago I got my very first job as an English teacher. I had no training. I had no experience. I had no idea what I was doing. At that first job, I learned how to be a great English teacher. I learned the best way to learn English. I learned the fastest way to learn English. I learned how to get the best results for my students.
In this Effortless English Show, I tell you about my recent trip to Seoul and share memories of my first trip 20 years ago.
Enjoy the show!
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March 23, 2017
Schools Are Lying
Schools are lying! Are you frustrated with English? With life? Do you fail to get the success you want? Do you have problems with your English and your life? You probably learned a big lie in school that is preventing your success! Find the solution in this Effortless English Show!
AJ teaches you the solution to the lies you learned in school. He also discusses Taoist philosophy and how to use it for English success! Learn the important philosophy of the Effortless English System. Use it to speak English fluently and confidently.
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March 22, 2017
Nerd Meaning
Nerd meaning: A person who is overly intellectual and lacking in social skills. Also “geek”. Learn how to use the words “nerd” and “geek”, and also “nerdy” and “geeky”. Also, learn about American nerd culture in this Effortless English Show. AJ teaches you how to use these words correctly. He also discusses the different parts of “Geek Culture”, which is now very popular.
Finally, AJ has a dark confession. He shares a secret from his past.
Enjoy this Effortless English Show!
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March 21, 2017
You Gotta Have Faith
Faith in learning. Faith in yourself. Faith in the method. To succeed you must have strong faith! In this Effortless English Show, AJ teaches you the importance of faith. You learn why faith is important for learning. You learn why faith is important for success. And you learn why faith is important for happiness. AJ then teaches you the different kinds of faith. You also learn new vocabulary words.
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March 20, 2017
The Red Pill Meaning
The red pill meaning: slang for a hard truth. Awakening to the truth. This slang originally comes from the movie The Matrix. It is now used in many situations in American English. AJ teaches you using a scene from the movie. First you learn the basic vocabulary. Next you learn how to use this slang in conversation. Finally, you learn where you will find this slang used on the internet.
This movie is now part of American (and global) popular culture. Enjoy learning English with The Matrix!
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March 18, 2017
Schooling is Not Education | John Taylor Gatto
AJ presents another interview with John Taylor Gatto. Schooling is not education! What is true education? How is true education different than schooling? Why are schools evil? What is the secret to success? AJ tells you the answer to these questions and more in this new Effortless English Show.
AJ also answers your Twitter questions. Learn new vocabulary from the show. Learn the difference between schooling and true education. Most of all, become the master of your own education. Achieve success in all areas of your life!
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