Tag: language

The Let Them Theory: The Life-Changing Tool That Millions of People Can’t Stop Talking About

by Mel Robbins & Sawyer Robbins

Link to Author’s Website

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Interesting Vocabularly From The Video

I must say

An expression that we use to emphasize what we’re saying or our opinion. Similar expressions: I must admit, I have to say.

For example, I must say, I was a little bit sceptical at first because the idea is so simple, but…

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To be caught up in (something) / To get caught up in (something)

A phrasal verb that can have different meanings depending on the context.

We often use it to describe when someone becomes involved or entangled in a situation, often by accident or without intending to. Especially if the situation is negative, for example if it is difficult, complicated, confusing, scandalous, or dangerous.

We can also be caught up in a positive situation or moment, for example, when we are influenced by the atmosphere or circumstances.  

It can also mean to be so focussed on something that you lose awareness of other things. 

For example, This book is great for anyone who feels like maybe they are caught up in other people’s drama a little bit too much.

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To let someone down

A phrasal verb that can mean different things depending on the context.

In this case, it means to disappoint someone or fail to support/help them in the way they had hoped or expected.

For example, If you’re worried about letting someone down.

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To deal with people/someone

This is a general expression referring to interacting with people, manage relationships, or handle situations involving others.

A related expression is to to deal with something, referring to how we manage (or handle) a situation.

For example, This book has some useful strategies for dealing with manipulative personalities.

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To keep your boundaries / to maintain your boundaries

An expression that refers to the attitudes, behaviour, and rules in an relationship. Defining your expectations from a relationship, what attitudes and behaviour you will and won’t accept. How you treat yourself and how you expect to be treated by others.

Related expressions: to set boundaries.

For example, This book talks about how you shouldn’t give your power away to other people. How you should respect them but also keep your boundaries.

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To highly recommend (something / someone)

We often use the expression to highly recommed something/someone to express a strong endorsement or positive opinion. The combination of words is a typical “collocation” (words that are often used together).

For example, I highly recommend reading this book // I highly recommend this book.

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Brand new

An expression that means completely new. This is also an example of a collocation.

For example, I wish I had read it years ago, but it is brand new!

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Slow Productivity: The Lost Art of Accomplishment Without Burnout

by Cal Newport, a New York Times Bestselling Author.

Link to Author’s Website

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Interesting Vocabularly From The Video

Knowledge-based work

Knowledge-based work, refers to activities primarily relying on cognitive skills, expertise, and information processing rather than physical labour. 

Knowledge workers are people whose main asset is their knowledge and the ability to apply it to solve problems, create new information, and contribute to organizational goals. 

For example, this book is particularly interesting if you are a knowledge-based worker.

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The lost art of (something)

An expression that refers to a skill or practice that was once common or valued but has become rare or uncommon due to changing times, technology, or cultural shifts. 

It often implies a sense of nostalgia for a time when such skills were more prevalent and may be associated with a decline in quality or depth of experience. 

For example, The Lost Art of Accomplishment Without Burnout

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Burnout

Burnout is a state of complete mental, physical, and emotional exhaustion.

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To switch off

A phrasal verb meaning to disconnect, relax, or disengage

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To recharge your batteries

An expression meaning to energise yourself, usually by resting and relaxing in order to regain energy and strength

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Drowning in (something)

An expression used to describe being overwhelmed or consumed by a large amount or number of something, often to the point of feeling stressed or unable to cope. 

For example, so, for anyone that is drowning in too many projects, this is the book for you!

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