009: "This One Shift Made Me Fluent in Finnish"
In this episode of 'How I Learned Finnish with Ohe,' we sit down with a special guest, Kseniia, a 27-year-old musician and singer originally from St. Petersburg. Kseniia shares her raw and inspiring journey of moving to Finland at 18 and the challenges she faced in learning Finnish. From her initial struggle with speaking Finnish and the discomfort in everyday interactions to her persistence and the unconventional methods she used to integrate and learn the language, this episode is filled with valuable insights. Kseniia opens up about her approach to overcoming fears, the importance of routine, the impact of integrating into Finnish society, and the personal milestones that have made her language learning journey unique. Join us for an honest conversation about the ups and downs of learning a new language and the strategies that led Kseniia to where she is today.
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00:00 Overcoming Language Barriers: My Finnish Journey
00:38 Introduction to the Episode and Guest
01:19 Kseniia's Background and Arrival in Finland
02:53 Settling in Finland and Initial Challenges
05:55 Academic Pursuits and Early Language Learning
10:22 Cultural Integration and Personal Growth
14:13 The Turning Point: Deciding to Learn Finnish
20:39 Practical Language Learning Experiences
31:37 Effective Learning Strategies and Resources
42:49 Reflections on Language Learning and Cultural Adaptation
46:42 Unconventional Learning Methods
46:59 Translating Hip Hop Lyrics
50:59 Passive Learning Techniques
56:01 Active Learning Strategies
01:02:32 Integrating into Finnish Society
01:08:52 Overcoming Challenges and Staying Motivated
01:18:19 Rapid Fire Language Learning Tips
01:32:53 Encouragement and Final
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