If you are comfortable, you are not learning
September 21, 2020
korean & languages
I remember the days when I was learning Korean through an app. I thought it was amazing that I reached 1000 words. I celebrated my mini win but
How to choose the right data language to learn
September 4, 2020
languages
I was intrigued by the current buzzwords thrown around: data analytics, machine learning, artificial intelligence - just the mere association with
How to make a Korean sentence a day?
May 7, 2020
korean & languages & apps
My goal is to make one Korean sentence a day, no matter how trivial, as having it done is better than having a perfect sentence. My workflow goes
What to do when you break your streak
December 11, 2019
languages
I finally broke my streak in language learning. After 112 days straight, I “forgot” to open the app for just 5 minutes. I manage to open many other
Taekwando vs Muay Thai vs Karate
December 1, 2019
korean & languages
Not quite the fight I was expecting, but I’m currently In a 3-way dilemma in my language learning adventure. I do not think it’s actually efficient
Learning loves company
November 28, 2019
languages
As much as I like to learn and figure things out on my own, having company to figure out things with is many times better. And who better to learn a
Is learning how to write important?
November 23, 2019
languages
Today, I questioned whether I should learn how to write Thai. If my goal is just conversational, that should be an easy ‘No’ right? However, when I
Serendipitous learning
November 22, 2019
languages
A few days ago, I was distracted while walking to the train station, only to realize that I was on the wrong platform. The security guard took one
Note taking by hand
November 14, 2019
korean & languages
When I started learning Korean from an app, I passively consumed the words as though I’m playing a guessing game. This helped initially as I learn
Learning Korean day 78
November 5, 2019
languages & Korean & Thai
I’ve been learning Korean for the past 2 months. Initially, it was really fun, swiping here and there on an app. And then I see my retention being