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7 Quotes on Imposter Syndrome That Will Help You Gain Confidence“They all know. It’s only a matter of time until I’m called out. I’m a fraud.” How many times has a similar line of thought...August 3, 2017
Monday Motivation Hack: Keep Moving ForwardSome people spring out of bed on Monday feeling fresh, relaxed, and eager to get back to work. But I’m not convinced those with...July 24, 2017
That Emoji Might Not Be Saying What You ThinkThis morning, my guy texted me: And I texted back: He said, “Good morning! It’s a beautiful day. Love you!” And I wrote back,...July 17, 2017
Understanding the American National Anthem for English Language LearnersNational Anthem History On the morning of September 14, 1814, the sun rose to reveal a surprising sight to Francis Scott Key....July 4, 2017
7 Reasons to Love the English LanguageIsn’t English grand? Even if English has been called “a bastard tongue” by many, I still love it. Complex, creole, and...April 23, 2017
Where Do Ninjas, Zombies, and Robots Come From?English is a language made up almost entirely of other languages. Between the fifth and seventh centuries, tribes from lands that...January 22, 2017
How Language Represents ColorEvery language represents colors with different words. Linguists have found some interesting patterns in how colors are...January 2, 2017
The Cost of Learning a New LanguageWhen you decide to learn a new language, you might choose the language based on where you live. Or you might select a language...December 15, 2016
Here Are the Top 10 Slang Words of 2016We’re a lil obsessed with slang, y’know? According to multiple studies conducted in 2016, the English language is becoming less...December 6, 2016
New Uses for Old WordsLike an unkeyboardinated tween, you can count on language for boundless creativity – and a seeming randomness that’s hard to keep...December 6, 2016