Coucou les French learners,

Welcome back to our newsletter as we step into the season of “la rentrée” in France!

This uniquely French concept goes beyond simply returning to school or work after the summer break. For the French, “la rentrée” symbolizes a fresh start, a time of new beginnings and renewed energy after the summer break.

It’s when the nation collectively turns the page, setting new goals and embracing new challenges.

This cultural reset offers us a perfect opportunity to reinvigorate your French journey.

One Word to Guide Your Year

Instead of feeling overwhelmed by a long list of goals, choose a single word to guide your French journey this year. My dear colleague and friend, Hélène Colinet told me that.

My word to keep acquiring Chinese is “focus”, a reminder to concentrate on what truly matters in my language journey.

What’s your word? Perhaps it’s Perhaps it’s “consistance” (consistency), “joie” (joy), or “progrès” (progress)? Take a moment to reflect on what you want to achieve and how you want to feel in your French adventure.

Let this word be your étoile polaire (polar star), guiding your efforts
and keeping you motivated throughout the year.

Song of the Month: “On court” by Yannick Noah

To kick off your “rentrée” with a positive mindset, listen to this the uplifting song “On court“ by Yannick Noah.

This track reminds us to pause in our constant rush and savor the present moment. This is a valuable lesson for language learners too!

Acquire the lyrics of the song FOR FREE. CLICK HERE!

Songs have a unique “stickability” that helps words and phrases become embedded in memory. The combination of melody, rhythm, and lyrics creates multiple memory cues, making it easier to recall language elements. You know that yourself: even decades later, you can remember lyrics to songs they learned as children!

Plus, did you know that musical training and singing activate multiple areas of the brain simultaneously, which can enhance overall cognitive function and language processing? Studies have shown that musicians often have advantages in various aspects of language processing.

So start your French “rentrée” on a high note with “On court“! Click here to access the resource FOR FREE.

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