Shadowing Practice: Dr. Jane Goodall’s Final Message To The World | Famous Last Words | Netflix - Learn English Speaking with YouTube

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In the place where I am now,
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In the place where I am now,
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I look back over my life.
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I look back at the world I've left behind.
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What message do I want to leave?
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I want to make sure that you all understand that each and every one of you has a role to play.
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You may not know it.
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You may not find it.
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your life matters, and you are here for a reason.
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And I just hope that that reason will become apparent as you live through your life.
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I want you to know that whether or not you find that role that you're supposed to play,
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your life does matter, and that every single day you live,
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you make a difference in the world,
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and you get to choose the difference that you make.
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I want you to understand that we are part of the natural world.
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And even today, where the planet is dark, there still is hope.
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Don't lose hope.
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If you lose hope, you become apathetic and do nothing.
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And if you want to save what is still beautiful in this world,
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if you want to save the planet for the future generations,
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your grandchildren, their grandchildren, then think about the actions you take each day because multiplied a million,
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a billion times, even small actions will make for great change.
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I want to, I just hope that you understand that this life on planet Earth isn't the end.
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I believe, and now I know,
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that there is life beyond death, that consciousness survives.
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I can't tell you from where I am secrets that are not mine to share.
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I can't tell you what you will find when you leave planet Earth.
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But I want you to know that your life on planet Earth will make some difference
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in the kind of life that you find after you die.
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Above all, I want you to think about the fact that we are part,
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when we're on planet Earth,
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we are part of Mother Nature.
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We depend on Mother Nature for clean air,
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for water, for food, for clothing, for everything.
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And as we destroy one ecosystem after another,
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as we create worse climate change,
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worse loss of diversity, we have to do everything in our power to make the world a better place.
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For the children alive today and for those that will follow,
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you have it in your power to make a difference.
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Don't give up.
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There is a future for you.
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Do your best while you're still on this beautiful planet Earth that I look down upon from where I am now.
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God bless you all.
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Thank you.

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About This Lesson

In this lesson, you will practice your English speaking skills through the poignant and inspiring final message of Dr. Jane Goodall. By listening to her impactful words, you'll have the opportunity to enhance your vocabulary and improve your pronunciation while engaging with a subject of deep importance: our role in preserving the planet. This lesson emphasizes the concept of shadowspeak, allowing you to mimic the tone and rhythm of Dr. Goodall's speech, thereby improving your overall fluency in English. Whether you're preparing for an IELTS speaking practice test or simply want to learn English with YouTube, this exercise is designed to make a significant difference in your speaking abilities.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases

  • Role to play: The part or function that someone has in a particular situation or community.
  • Make a difference: To have a positive impact or change something for the better.
  • Apathetic: Showing or feeling no interest, enthusiasm, or concern.
  • Natural world: The environment and ecosystems that exist without human intervention.
  • Hope: A feeling of expectation and desire for a certain thing to happen.
  • Consciousness: The state of being aware of and able to think about one's surroundings, thoughts, and experiences.
  • Mother Nature: A personification of nature, often used to highlight our dependency on natural resources.

Practice Tips

As you engage in this English speaking practice, consider the following tips to maximize your learning experience:

  • Listen Actively: Pay close attention to Dr. Goodall's intonation and rhythm. This helps you absorb how English speakers convey emotion and importance in their words.
  • Shadow Speak: Attempt to speak along with the video, repeating phrases immediately after you hear them. This technique will improve your pronunciation and confidence.
  • Modify the Speed: Use the playback speed settings on YouTube to adjust the speed of the video. Slower speeds may help you catch subtle pronunciations.
  • Record Yourself: After practicing shadowing, record your voice and compare it to the original. Notice areas where you can improve, especially in clarity and expression.
  • Reflect on the Content: After practicing, take a moment to write about how Dr. Goodall's message resonates with you. This will enhance your vocabulary and deepen your understanding.

Incorporating these practices will significantly bolster your skills in English speaking while allowing you to engage meaningfully with essential global issues. Embrace the challenge of learning English with YouTube, and watch your capabilities grow!

What is the Shadowing Technique?

Shadowing is a science-backed language learning technique originally developed for professional interpreter training and popularized by polyglot Dr. Alexander Arguelles. The method is simple but powerful: you listen to native English audio and immediately repeat it out loud — like a shadow following the speaker with just a 1–2 second delay. Unlike passive listening or grammar drills, shadowing forces your brain and mouth muscles to simultaneously process and reproduce real speech patterns. Research shows it significantly improves pronunciation accuracy, intonation, rhythm, connected speech, listening comprehension, and speaking fluency — making it one of the most effective methods for IELTS Speaking preparation and real-world English communication.

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