Shadowing Practice: GETTING READY FOR SUMMER | decorating my room, spending time alone, romanticizing this season! - Learn English Speaking with Video

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you I love summer and I love fall.

So that only means one thing, we are at the start of the best time of year.

I can't believe summer is right around the corner.

It's so crazy.

I am so excited to get out all of my summer outfits, decorate my room for summer, create my summer Pinterest board.

I just love the vibe of this entire season.

So in this video, I'm doing a full life reset to get ready for this season.

So let's get started.

So we are going to start in my room.

I love how more summery.

So I have this bedding in this pink color and also the same set in blue.

I love switching out the color of my bedding based on the season or the holiday.

And as much as I love pink, I feel like blue just matches this season so much better.

I love how calm and clean the blue bedding makes my room feel.

I found like my dream bedside tables.

I ordered them months ago.

I love

much and after i redid my room i was like okay i actually love how these look in here

but we are gonna see how these look i just think they're

so cute and i've had my eye on them forever these are so cute

This looks so good I love how the inside of my bedside table came out Honestly,

I wanted this top drawer to be a mix of looking really cute

and aesthetic but also practical I wanted to keep things in here

that I actually use on my night routine Do I need this many hand creams and night products?

No looks really cute.

And this bottom drawer, I'm probably going to leave empty for now.

And I'll end up putting my books or my chargers or whatever in there.

Same thing with the top of my nightstand.

I wanted it to look really cute and decorative, but I also wanted to have things on here I'll actually use.

I always take off my jewelry at night, so I wanted to just keep them right there.

This fragrance mist smells so good.

It's just really fresh and clean.

So I thought that would be perfect for before bed.

And then I have these two books, which are my favorites ever.

I recently

entire vibe.

you This is what my room is looking like right now.

I just added a couple cute decorations.

Honestly, I don't know how to feel about these bedside tables yet.

I do really like them.

I always go for white or wood furniture, so it definitely ties in with my space.

But they're just a lot smaller than I expected.

So I've decided to just live with them for the week and see if I like them.

Decorating definitely helped.

I ended up moving this lamp over here, too.

I have my favorite summer jelly cat on the top of my bed frame and then down here on my windowsill.

I put a couple extra cute things.

is so good and I love how it smells.

And lastly, I changed things around on the top of my dresser.

I just wanted it to feel really summery and beachy

and cute and tie in with my bedding and the vibe in here.

So I think everything turned out so cute.

you you you This is what my shower looks like right now.

I'm slowly starting to put some of my favorite products with more summery scents.

So I'm going to reorganize this a little bit,

but it looks so good. That looks so good.

single morning.

During May and June, it's always so gloomy and overcast.

And although it'll get nice out during the afternoon and the sun will come out, these mornings have been so hard to get up.

Before I head out the door, I want to show you guys my outfit that I'm wearing today.

I have been obsessed with these jeans from American Eagle.

I am literally wearing them in like my last five videos.

I get so many requests on where they're from.

They're honestly just the perfect fit.

I love the color and I love the length.

I'm 5 '9 and it's so hard for me to find a long pair of jeans that actually goes to the floor.

So it's really nice because American Eagle carries so many sizes.

And then I have on this top, which I love.

It's in like the perfect beige color.

I love the cut of it.

be living in this outfit this entire summer, but American Eagle has so many cute things right now.

I recently wore this white mini skirt with this top also, and it looks so cute.

I've been looking for a mini skirt for a while, and this one was so perfect.

Also white during the summer is my absolute favorite because when I wear it when I'm tan, it just looks so much better.

I can't believe it's already going to be summer.

This is so crazy.

I also have been loving this sweater.

You guys are specifically going to see this later in this video.

It's honestly just the perfect cardigan though.

super overcast most days.

So while the sun comes out and it gets warm in the afternoon, every morning is super gloomy.

So this sweater has been the best thing ever.

I literally throw it over whatever I'm wearing.

I always gravitate towards jeans in this color.

I just love the light blue.

These are so cute.

And I love how the front of these jeans look.

They also just fit so flattering.

These are a little bit cropped, which I've been loving lately.

I feel like capris have really been coming back. and cute.

And I paired those jeans with this tank top.

This one has this cute crochet lace around the top and the straps.

And then I also found this top.

I feel like this is just such a staple.

This top is so comfy and soft.

It honestly just could go with anything, but I've been pairing it with these jeans.

Honestly, whenever I wear color, it's usually Navy.

And I love how it looks with a darker wash of jeans.

Like I feel like this just looks so good together.

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So if you are looking to update your wardrobe for this summer, you can shop American Eagle at AE .com.

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piece I mentioned in the description.

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So definitely check those out and thank you so much to American Eagle for sponsoring today's video.

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This is what I came here for.

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I need to get a new deodorant.

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This beauty finish dry spray is always the one that I get.

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It smells so good and I always just like this one the most.

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And then the rose petals is my other favorite.

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This is my favorite body scrub ever.

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This exact scent.

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So I'm thinking about restocking it while I'm here.

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I've heard about this hair gloss.

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I'm always so tempted to get it.

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And also this entire set.

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Maybe I'll get these in my next shower restock video because I'm so curious.

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But I've never seen this purple Amika set.

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This is so cute.

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I've tried the orange and then the green.

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And I don't need any new dry shampoo, but I always love the packaging of these.

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It's really cute.

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I feel like this wouldn't be a reset video unless I went to the grocery store.

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During summer, I love to stock up on fruit and snacks.

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I try to cook as much as I can at home year round, but I feel like during summer is when I'm always tempted to go out.

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So I wanted to get a bunch of foods that I was really excited about.

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That way I'm more likely to eat at home more.

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- I finally got all of those errands done.

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I got all my groceries put away and I'm so proud of myself.

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I've been remembering to bring grocery bags when I go to the store.

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I've kept my reusable bags for the longest time

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but I almost never remembered to bring them and I got a couple sushi rolls at the grocery store today.

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They look so good so I'm definitely gonna eat one right now.

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The sun is still out so I think I'm gonna eat in the backyard.

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I bought this bikini when I was in Sweden and I And then with the buttons, I just think it looks so cute.

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So I'm gonna wear this and head out to my backyard.

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I'm gonna eat my sushi, tan a little bit, and enjoy the sun out today.

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It's actually so nice.

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Again, it's so hot.

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So it really is feeling like summer.

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I think I'm gonna have half of each.

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I can't choose.

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These look so good.

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This one is like spicy tuna, avocado.

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It's so good.

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It is pretty spicy though. That is really hot.

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This one is my favorite.

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ever is a Philadelphia roll.

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It's so good.

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So this one is like a Philadelphia roll sandwich and it's so amazing.

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Here's my soy sauce.

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I'm not even kidding.

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This is probably my dream day.

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So nice outside.

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I have sushi.

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I have my water.

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I've had this goal recently to put together my backyard, specifically my patio at the very start of summer.

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I just think this is going to be the perfect place to sit

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and read or hang out when I have friends over.

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Even at night, we hung up these lights.

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So the lighting is really cute, but I've been putting off buying patio furniture because it's so much

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insane but I found a really cute patio set

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so here I am setting it all up I also want to get a cute coffee table

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and maybe a rug to go over this deck area I honestly have

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so many ideas but I'm so glad I'm getting started now

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so this is what it's looking like I have this long couch

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and then this one which is just one seat I love it so much I think they look so cute

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this is going to be the perfect reading spot especially

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because it's right in the shade so i love it

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and i can't forget about my cats they love to be outside

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so i built them their own little area so they could hang out

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and i don't have to worry it's literally like this tent cage situation

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and i put these covers over it so they have shade in there

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but they have been loving it it's actually the cutest thing ever this way they can be outside with me

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and i don't have to worry and sometimes i even get in there with them you you you

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And my flowers are doing so good.

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This rosebush is so pretty.

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The basil and look at these wildflowers.

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I love them putting my space together more in this video.

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I decided to stop into HomeGoods to see if there was anything I wanted for my patio or my room.

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I almost always find something when I go, but I've been really picky about what I buy lately, which is a good thing.

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I just want to be 100 % sure on everything I buy, so I decided to pass on everything today.

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And then I decided to stop in my favorite for summer.

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Okay, let's try this.

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I like getting smoothie bowls year -round, but during the summer, it's even better.

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Like, this is so delish.

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I got a pitiful, and then I have granola, honey, and banana on top, especially because today is, like, one of the first really hot days.

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This is exactly what I wanted.

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it is that time i feel like summer officially starts

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when i start watching love island for the season honestly the show is just

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so entertaining and the fact that there's an episode every single night

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and that is it for this video thank you

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so much for watching

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and staying until the end i honestly love filming these vlog style videos i feel like they're the

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So if you guys have any video requests, definitely let me know in the comments.

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This is literally the start to my favorite time of year.

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Like we have summer and then right after we have fall and then we have the holidays.

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I feel like it doesn't get better than this.

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So I can't wait for the rest of this year.

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And I love you guys so, so much.

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Thank you for watching until the end.

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I hope you have an amazing rest of your day and I will see you guys in my next video.

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Bye.

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Why practice speaking with this video?

This YouTube video captures the excitement of preparing for summer, offering a delightful glimpse into personal expression and creativity. Practicing speaking with this video enables learners to immerse themselves in a relatable context where seasonal enthusiasm is evident. By mimicking the speaker, you can enhance your fluency and gain confidence in your spoken English.

Listening to how the speaker describes their decoration choices and emotions associated with summer helps learners unlock the richness of vocabulary relevant to personal experiences. Additionally, practicing with this video allows you to engage in shadow speech, where you can replicate the speaker’s intonation, rhythm, and emotional expression, fostering a deeper connection with the language.

Grammar & Expressions in Context

As you practice shadow speaking with the video, pay attention to these key structures:

I love summer and I love fall. - This repetition illustrates how to express enthusiasm and preferences.
I have this bedding in this pink color and also the same set in blue. - The structure “I have this...” is effective for describing possessions, a common conversational topic.
I just think they're so cute. - Utilizing “I just think” shows how to articulate opinions in a light-hearted manner, which helps you engage in casual conversation.
Honestly, I wanted this top drawer to be a mix of looking really cute and aesthetic but also practical. - This phrase teaches you how to express dual expectations, combining beauty with functionality.

By incorporating these expressions into your own speaking, you can improve your English fluency in everyday situations, making your conversations more engaging and relatable.

Common Pronunciation Traps

While shadowing this video, be aware of certain pronunciation traps that can challenge English learners:

"Aesthetic" – This word can be tricky due to its soft initial sound and the emphasis on the second syllable. Practicing it in context can help solidify its pronunciation.
"Summer" – Some learners might blend the sounds, leading to a less clear pronunciation. Focus on articulating both syllables distinctly.
"Decorations" – The consonant cluster at the beginning can be challenging; practice slowing it down to enhance clarity.

Improving your English pronunciation starts with recognizing these complexities. By practicing shadowing techniques on this video, you can significantly enhance your ability to pronounce these tricky words naturally. Embrace the activity of shadow speak and transform your pronunciation skills.

Grammar in this video

The structures the speaker uses most, with the exact words from the video:

Structure	In the video
Present perfect continuous have/has been + -ing — an action that started earlier and is still going on	I've been looking · have been loving · I've been loving
Present perfect have/has + past participle — a past action that still matters now	i've had · I've decided · have been
Relative clauses who / which + clause — extra information about a person or thing	books, which are · one which is

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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