쉐도잉 연습: Why Do You Always Feel Tired? |🎙️ 8 Minute English | Beginner - 영상으로 영어 말하기 배우기

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Hello, everyone.
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Welcome back to 8 Minute English on the Learn English Podcast channel.
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I'm Nathan, your host, and today we're diving into a topic that probably speaks to many of you.
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So, let me guess.
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Are you feeling tired right now?
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I mean, why else would you click on this episode?
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Have you ever wondered why you always seem to look or feel exhausted?
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Well, you're not alone.
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Many people deal with this issue every single day, including my friends.
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You know, I was talking to a friend yesterday and they said,
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Nathan, why do I always look so tired?
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At first I laughed and said,
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well, maybe you need more coffee.
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But then I thought about it.
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Why do so many of us feel and look tired all the time?
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It's not just about sleep, right?
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There's so much more going on.
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Maybe it's the stress from work,
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or maybe it's sitting in front of a screen all day.
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And let's not forget things like dehydration or just not taking proper breaks.
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So I started reading about it,
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and wow, there's so much to learn about why we feel this way.
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And here's the thing.
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If you've ever wondered why you feel drained or why people tell you,
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you look tired, you're in the right place.
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Today, we're going to dig into what's behind that tired look and feeling.
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And more importantly, what you can do to fix it and feel better.
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Oh, and stick around, because we'll also hear a great conversation between three friends sharing their experiences.
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Plus, don't forget to grab our free PDF with tips and key phrases.
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It's a great way to keep learning after the episode.
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Ready?
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Let's jump right in.
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Hey, Mia, you look a bit tired today.
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Everything okay?
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I've noticed that too.
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What's been going on?
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Ugh, I feel exhausted.
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I've been waking up with these dark circles under my eyes lately.
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And it's not just that.
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Even simple things like folding laundry or making breakfast leave me feeling completely drained.
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That sounds tough.
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Have you been getting enough rest or is something else going on?
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I'm not sure.
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I think it's a mix of not sleeping well and just feeling overwhelmed lately.
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I think it's because I'm not sleeping well.
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I stay up late scrolling through social media,
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and it's hard to fall asleep after that.
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Oh, that'll do it.
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Blue light from your phone can mess with your sleep.
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Yeah, I read somewhere that it stops your brain from producing melatonin,
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the hormone that helps you sleep.
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That's interesting.
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I didn't know it could be that serious.
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It is.
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And not sleeping well can affect more than just your energy.
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It can also make your skin look dull and give you those dark circles.
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I actually read about this dermatologist who said,
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lack of sleep slows down your skin's repair process.
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That makes sense.
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I've also noticed my hair feels weaker lately.
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Could lack of sleep affect that too?
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Absolutely.
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Poor sleep can lower your body's ability to produce keratin,
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which is essential for healthy hair.
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Okay, so lack of sleep is definitely one problem.
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But do you think my diet could also be a reason?
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For sure.
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If you're not drinking enough water or eating foods with vitamins,
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that could definitely make you look more tired.
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Exactly.
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Foods like spinach or oranges are full of vitamin C,
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which helps brighten your skin and keep you energized.
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Oh, and don't forget about iron.
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Low iron levels can make you feel fatigued and even dizzy.
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Hmm.
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I'll start drinking more water and adding more fruits and veggies to my meals.
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That's a great start.
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Oh, and don't forget to take breaks during work.
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Yeah, sitting at a desk all day can make you feel more sluggish and even impact your mental health.
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So, what should I do?
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Try the 20-20-20 rule.
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Every 20 minutes, look at something 20 feet away for 20 seconds.
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It's great for your eyes.
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And get up and stretch every hour.
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It helps with circulation and keeps you more focused.
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That's actually really helpful.
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Thanks, guys.
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Anytime, Mia.
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Remember, small changes can make a big difference.
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Let us know how it goes.
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Let's take a look at the helpful phrases from today's discussion.
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One, feel drained.
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to feel very tired and without energy.
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After working all day, I felt completely drained.
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2. Dark circles, dark marks under your eyes,
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often from lack of sleep.
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I have dark circles because I stayed up too late.
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3. Overwhelmed, feeling like you have too much to do or too many problems.
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She felt overwhelmed with work and didn't know where to start.
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4. Brighten up – to make something or someone look or feel more lively or cheerful.
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Example – eating more fruits and vegetables can brighten up your skin.
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5. Take breaks – to stop doing something for a short time to rest.
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Example – it's important to take breaks during work to stay focused.
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6. Hydrate – to drink enough water to keep your body healthy.
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Remember to hydrate throughout the day to avoid feeling sluggish.
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Blood flow, the movement of blood around your body to deliver oxygen and nutrients.
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Stretching regularly helps improve blood flow to your muscles.
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Screen time, the amount of time you spend looking at screens like phones or computers.
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Limiting screen time before bed can help you sleep better.
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Now, let's discuss two quick questions from today's talk.
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Question 1.
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Why is it important to take breaks during work?
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Taking breaks helps your body rest,
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improves blood flow, and keeps your mind fresh.
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What do you think?
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Question 2.
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How does staying hydrated affect your energy levels?
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Drinking water keeps you energized and prevents fatigue.
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Have you noticed a difference when you stay hydrated?
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Before we wrap up, let me remind you of today's key takeaway.
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changes can lead to big improvements.
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Did you know that poor sleep can impact more than just your energy levels?
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A fun fact is that sleep-deprived people are 20% more likely to make poor decisions,
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according to a study by Harvard.
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That's because sleep is when your brain processes information and recharges.
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Another fascinating study by Stanford found that staying hydrated can improve focus by up to 14%.
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So, if you've been feeling scatterbrained or unfocused,
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maybe grab a glass of water.
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Let's talk about screen time for a moment.
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Did you know the average person spends seven hours a day looking at screens?
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Excessive screen time, especially at night,
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can trick your brain into thinking it's still daytime.
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This delays the release of melatonin,
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which is the hormone that makes you feel sleepy.
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A tip here, try putting away your phone an hour before bed,
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And here's something cool.
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Standing up every 30 minutes can reduce the risk of heart disease by 30%.
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This comes from a study published in the American Journal of Epidemiology.
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Regular movement not only benefits your body,
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but also helps refresh your mind.
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So, what's one small change you can make today to feel less tired?
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Let us know in the comments below.
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Don't forget to check out the free PDF with tips and vocabulary from today's episode.
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We hope you found today's episode helpful and motivating.
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Leave a comment below and let us know your thoughts or share any tips you found helpful.
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Thanks for tuning in to 8 Minute English.
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See you next time and take care.

이 비디오로 영어 회화 연습을 해야 하는 이유는?

이 비디오는 단순히 피곤함에 대한 이야기만이 아닙니다. 영어를 배우는 많은 사람들이 겪는 문제를 다루고 있습니다. 여기서 진행자인 네이선과 함께 다양한 상황에서의 대화를 통해 자연스러운 영어 회화 연습을 할 수 있습니다. 영어 회화 연습은 실제 대화를 나누는 것과 동일한 경험을 제공합니다. 그로 인해 당신의 자신감이 커지고, 실생활에서 더욱 유창하게 말하는 데 도움이 될 것입니다. 또한, 다양한 주제를 통해 일상 회화 능력을 넓힐 수 있는 기회입니다. 이런 요소들이 바로 shadow speech를 통해 영어를 배우는 이유입니다.

문맥 속의 문법 및 표현

  • “I feel exhausted.” - 피곤함을 표현하는 방법으로, 주어(I)와 동사(feel) 구성이 간단하지만 효과적입니다.
  • “It's a mix of…” - 복합적인 이유를 설명할 때 매우 유용한 표현입니다. 이 표현을 사용하여 설명을 풍부하게 만들 수 있습니다.
  • “waking up with dark circles” - 이것은 피곤한 외모를 나타내는 생생한 표현으로, 친구의 대화를 통해 상대방과의 공감대를 형성합니다.

이와 같은 다양한 문법 구조와 표현을 연습하면서 자연스럽게 영어 발음 교정도 할 수 있습니다. 대화를 따라 읽고 함께 말하는 것이 중요합니다. 특히 shadowspeaks 기법을 활용하면 실제 상황에서 유용하게 사용할 수 있는 표현들을 몸에 익힐 수 있습니다.

자주 발생하는 발음 함정

비디오에서 다루는 몇 가지 단어와 표현은 발음하는 데 어려움이 있을 수 있습니다. 예를 들어, “exhausted”와 “melatonin”은 영어를 배우는 학습자에게 복잡하게 들릴 수 있습니다. 또한, 네이선의 억양이나 리듬은 따라 하기에 도전적일 수 있지만, 이는 shadowing site를 활용해 발음을 더욱 매끄럽게 만들어 줄 좋은 연습 기회입니다. 학습자들이 자신이 발음하는 소리에 집중하고 개선할 수 있는 좋은 실전 연습이 될 것입니다.

쉐도잉이란? 영어 실력을 빠르게 키우는 과학적 방법

쉐도잉(Shadowing)은 원래 전문 통역사 훈련을 위해 개발된 언어 학습 기법으로, 다언어 학자인 Dr. Alexander Arguelles에 의해 대중화된 방법입니다. 핵심 원리는 간단하지만 매우 강력합니다: 원어민의 영어를 들으면서 1~2초의 짧은 지연으로 즉시 소리 내어 따라 말하는 것——마치 '그림자(shadow)'처럼 화자를 따라가는 것입니다. 문법 공부나 수동적인 청취와 달리, 쉐도잉은 뇌와 입 근육이 동시에 실시간으로 영어를 처리하고 재현하도록 훈련합니다. 연구에 따르면 이 방법은 발음 정확도, 억양, 리듬, 연음, 청취력, 말하기 유창성을 크게 향상시킵니다. IELTS 스피킹 준비와 자연스러운 영어 소통을 원하는 분들에게 특히 효과적입니다.