Training to Run…and Speak Arabic
Before moving overseas, I was a competitive runner and certified running coach. The language learning journey and race preparation are similar in their approach and execution. The connections I […]
Practice Makes Easy
There is an ancient Latin saying, “Repetition is the mother of all learning.”
At Shababeek we see this principle play a critical role as people […]
Embody Your Identity
Who do you want to be? James Clear, author of Atomic Habits, says this question is the key to developing habits that lead to […]
Language is Ubiquitous
When is the last time you have used the word ubiquitous in your speech? If you’re like me, you never have.
Getting Serious About Learning Spoken Arabic
Many people ask me how many hours they should commit to learning spoken Arabic while in Amman, Jordan. Without exception, I always respond, […]
Why You Should Learn Spoken Arabic Before Modern Standard Arabic
Students who choose to learn Arabic – whether studying in their home country or in the Arab World – are faced with the challenge […]