Shadowing Practice: DREAM BIG - Learn English Speaking with YouTube

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Don't ever let somebody tell you, you can't do something.
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Don't ever let somebody tell you, you can't do something.
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Not even me.
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You got a dream, you got to protect it.
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People can't do something themselves,
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they want to tell you, you can't do it.
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You want something, go get it.
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Period.
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Following your dreams is a lonely, solitary, scary, dangerous pursuit.
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You can't wait for somebody to think you can do it.
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It's a lonely, scary, dangerous pursuit
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and you got to be willing to risk everything to become that seed of what you believe is in there.
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You got to be fearless,
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you got to be relentless.
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Everybody has dreams.
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and as much as you want to be able to listen a little bit
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because somebody's going to give you a gem
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but nobody knows but you you can't get advice on what you should do with your life right?
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Nobody knows what you are
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like even sometimes you don't really even know what you are you got to take your shot
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And it's like as much as you want people to agree
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and you want the people around you to be supporting your dreams and all,
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it's not gonna be like that all the time.
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You gotta do it alone.
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Success is not a comfortable procedure.
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It is a very uncomfortable thing to attempt.
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So you gotta get comfortable being uncomfortable if you ever wanna be successful.
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Start putting some pressure on.
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Put some pressure on yourself.
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Get out here and get about it.
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Do what you feel passionate about.
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Passionate about.
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Take chances.
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Don't be afraid to fail.
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There's an old IQ test with 9 dots
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and you had to draw 5 lines with a pencil within these 9 dots without lifting the pencil.
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the only way to do it was to go outside the box.
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So don't be afraid to go outside the box.
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Don't be afraid to think outside the box.
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Don't be afraid to fail big. To dream big.
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But remember, dreams without goals are just dreams.
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And they ultimately fuel disappointment.
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So have dreams, but have goals.
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You gotta dream about something so big that it dwarfs all your fears.
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The way you overcome fear is with your dream.
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You gotta make your dream so big that nothing matters except that dream.
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You're willing to do everything that's necessary.
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I was telling the kids, your education is important.
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But your education is not the most important thing in your life.
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I'm sorry it's not.
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Your dream is the most important thing in this world.
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A man without a dream or vision should perish.
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If you talk to kids about their dreams,
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your dreams can spur you to get the education.
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But if you never find out what a child is dreaming about,
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you can't hold their attention.
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It's the dream, man.
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Believe in yourself.
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Don't fear failure.
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Dream big, work hard, stay positive, enjoy the journey.
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Dream big, dare to dream because everything is possible.
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Don't let anybody take away the dream.
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Doesn't matter.
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Doesn't matter where you're coming from.
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I actually think that the more disadvantaged childhood you have,
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the more difficulties and more challenges you have, the stronger you become.
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And don't really let anybody take away that dream from you.
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Nurture it, water it like you water the flowers.
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Even if you find only one person in this world that will accept,
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embrace and support your dreams,
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find that person and dream big because you can make it.

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About This Lesson

In this lesson, you will focus on the motivational theme of pursuing your dreams, as presented in the video titled "Dream Big." You will practice essential English speaking skills through shadowing, a technique where you mimic a speaker's words and intonation. As you engage with the content, you will improve your English pronunciation and enhance fluency. The lesson emphasizes how to approach your ambitions with courage and determination, allowing you to internalize inspiring phrases that can be beneficial in conversations about goals and aspirations.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases

  • Dream big - To set ambitious goals and envision a significant future.
  • Protect your dreams - Safeguard your ambitions and aspirations against negativity.
  • Fearless - Lacking fear; showing courage in the face of challenges.
  • Think outside the box - To approach a situation from a creative or unconventional perspective.
  • Get comfortable being uncomfortable - Accept that discomfort is a part of growth and success.
  • Fuel disappointment - To cause feelings of letdown or dissatisfaction, especially when expectations are not met.
  • Goals vs. dreams - Understanding that dreams are visions, while goals are actionable plans to achieve those visions.
  • Risk everything - To be willing to put everything on the line for a greater cause or ambition.

Practice Tips

To make the most of this lesson and improve your speaking skills through shadowing, follow these tips:

  • Listen and Repeat: Play the video in short segments. Pause after each sentence and repeat aloud, focusing on mimicking the speaker's tone, pace, and pronunciation. This method is effective for improving English pronunciation.
  • Use a Shadowing App: Utilize a shadowing app that allows you to record your voice while mimicking the speaker. Listening back will help you notice areas for improvement.
  • Practice with Intention: Choose a specific phrase from the vocabulary list and practice it multiple times until it feels natural. Pay attention to the emotion behind the words, which is crucial for delivering powerful speech.
  • Join a Shadowing Site: Engage with peers who are also improving their speaking skills. Practicing together can boost your confidence and provide motivation.
  • Be Relentless: Don’t hesitate to revisit challenging sections. Consistent practice is key in mastering both pronunciation and intonation. Allow the content to inspire you to engage with your dreams passionately as you practice.

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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