Shadowing Practice: Good Grocery Shopping Habits - Learn English Speaking with Video

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I know our lives are so busy.
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We've got work, we've got family responsibilities and all the rest.
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But every time before you go grocery shopping,
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I want you to spend 10 minutes doing the Clark Method to save big money.
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We first interviewed Starla Bailey about food prices in 2022.
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She was living in an apartment with her son after selling her previous home and looking to downsize.
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The pandemic sidelined those plans.
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Since then, life overall has been really well.
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We've since moved.
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We've bought a new home.
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Bailey says she feels fortunate to be able to afford a home despite higher interest rates and home prices.
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However, one place she's had to be more flexible is at the checkout.
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Years ago, I could choose my grocery store that I absolutely loved and and take care of all of my needs there,
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but there's changes now.
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Those changes directly affect your wallet.
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According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics,
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since January of 2020, just before the pandemic,
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to January of 26, milk has gone up over 26%,
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bread 36%, and chicken is up almost 45%.
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I'm searching in the circulars for the items that are buy one, get one free.
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I love supermarket circulars.
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Using those flyers can help you save before stepping out the door by using a reverse shopping list.
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Find the items on sale and plan your meals around the discounts.
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And if you don't have the paper copies,
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the Flip app has them all in one place.
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Another key to saving at the store?
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I'm definitely switching to items that are not necessarily the big name brands.
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That has been able to save us some money.
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When you compare the store brand versus the name brand,
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the savings can be huge.
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Walmart store brand whole milk was listed at $2.76 a gallon.
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Name brand, $4.57.
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Store brand bread, $1.42 a loaf.
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Name brand, $2.47 and chicken store brand $2.57 a pound while the brand was $3.42 a pound.
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That's $6 of savings if you shop for the store brand on just three items.
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It's more about what it is that is on sale and what benefits us financially.
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And where you shop can make a huge difference.
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Using Walmart as a baseline,
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Consumer Reports found that your typical grocery store can cost you a little under 10 or more than 10% more on average.
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And shopping at the warehouse clubs,
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get this, can save you over 20% more on average.
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Just make sure to check the expiration dates on anything you buy in bulk,
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giving you plenty of time to use it.
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I've seen our grocery bill almost cut in half.
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It definitely helps to feed that money back into your budget
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and to be able to really see where your efforts are paying off.
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All righty.
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Groceries can be so expensive.
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Life is so expensive right now.
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The more you can think through every bit of spending you do,
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the more money you'll keep in your wallet.
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It becomes a habit.
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Try to make it one in your life.
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I'm Clark Howard.
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Thank you.

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Context & Background

In today's fast-paced world, grocery shopping can often feel overwhelming, especially when trying to manage expenses amidst rising food prices. The speaker discusses various strategies introduced by Starla Bailey, who underscores the importance of adapting shopping habits to save money while ensuring quality and nutrition for her family. With observations on price hikes and the benefits of using circulars and store brands, this conversation presents invaluable insights for anyone looking to streamline their grocery shopping process while making smart financial choices.

Top 5 Phrases for Daily Communication

  • "I want you to spend 10 minutes doing the Clark Method."
  • "I'm searching in the circulars for the items that are buy one, get one free."
  • "Switching to items that are not necessarily the big name brands."
  • "Using Walmart as a baseline, Consumer Reports found that your typical grocery store can cost you a little under or more than 10% more on average."
  • "It definitely helps to feed that money back into your budget."

Step-by-step Shadowing Guide

To enhance your English pronunciation and speaking abilities, employing the shadowing technique can be highly effective. Here’s a structured approach to tackle this video’s content:

  1. Listen Actively: Begin by watching the video carefully, paying close attention to the speaker's tone and pronunciation. Ensure you take note of the context and key phrases listed above.
  2. Practice Repetition: Use the shadowing site to listen to the segments repeatedly. Attempt to mimic the speaker’s intonation and rhythm, focusing on clarity and accuracy.
  3. Record Yourself: After shadowing several times, record your attempts. Listen back to assess your pronunciation and see where you can improve.
  4. Feedback Loop: Share your recordings with a language partner or use online forums like shadowspeaks for constructive feedback on your pronunciation.
  5. Consistent Review: Regularly revisit the video and engage with the content to reinforce your learning. Incorporating these phrases into your daily conversations will further enhance your verbal fluency.

By utilizing this structured approach and consistent practice, you can effectively improve your English pronunciation and overall communication skills while mastering practical vocabulary relevant to everyday activities like grocery shopping.

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