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In today’s episode, Martin and Julia explore one of the most challenging skills for English learners: talking honestly about your feelings. Joined by Rose, a psychologist, we look at why so many people say “I’m fine” even when they feel stressed, overwhelmed, frustrated, anxious, or disappointed — and how learning emotional vocabulary can transform your communication and confidence.

You’ll learn how to identify emotions with precision and replace vague words like bad or angry with meaningful language: hurt, overwhelmed, anxious, frustrated, relieved, and more. We also explain why bottling up your feelings is harmful, how opening up creates trust, and how to use emotional phrasal verbs such as bottle up, lash out, open up, and get it off your chest. Rose introduces the powerful “I-statement” formula (“I feel X when you Y”), a psychology-backed technique for polite and honest communication. You will also practice asking deeper questions — What’s on your mind? You seem quiet today. — and learn natural empathy expressions like It makes sense you feel that way.

This episode includes slow shadowing practice, dialogues, and exam-ready emotional vocabulary that will help you perform better in IELTS, TOEFL, and Cambridge B1–C1 speaking tests. By the end, you will feel more confident expressing difficult feelings, supporting others, and having real conversations in English. Your voice matters — and your emotions deserve clear, honest language.

⏱️ TIME STAMPS

00:00 – Intro & Why Talking About Feelings Matters

01:10 – Naming Emotions (frustrated, overwhelmed, anxious)

03:15 – Psychology Insight: “Name It to Tame It”

04:40 – Bottling Up vs Opening Up

06:10 – Why We Lash Out

07:20 – Shadowing Practice

08:40 – Using the “I-Statement”

10:20 – Getting Things Off Your Chest

11:10 – Asking Others About Feelings

12:40 – Empathy vs Sympathy

14:00 – Emotional Phrases for Real Conversations

15:00 – Emotional Toolbox Summary

16:00 – Listener Challenge

17:00 – Closing Message

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