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Many people feel happy when others clap for them.
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Many people feel happy when others clap for them.
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When someone says, good job, we smile.
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When people look at us and say,
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you did well, we feel warm inside.
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We like kind words.
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We like smiles.
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We like to feel that people see us.
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When people clap, we feel strong.
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We feel that we're doing something right.
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We want to continue.
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We want to try more.
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But life is not always like this.
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Sometimes you work hard and nobody says anything.
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You wake up early.
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You try your best.
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You finish your work.
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But there is no clap.
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No smile.
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No well done.
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The day is quiet.
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In that quiet day, you may feel sad.
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You may feel small.
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You may ask yourself, is my work important?
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You may think, maybe I am not good.
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This feeling can hurt your heart.
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When we are children, we learn to look at other people.
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A child sings a song and looks at the parents.
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If the parents clap, the child feels happy.
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The child thinks, I am good.
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If the parents are busy and do not clap, the child feels confused.
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The child may think, maybe I am not good.
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So from a young age, we learn something simple.
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We learn to connect claps with value.
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We think we are good when people clap.
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In school, it is the same.
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A student studies hard.
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The teacher says, very good.
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The student feels proud.
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Friends smile and say, you're smart.
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The student feels strong.
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But if the teacher says nothing,
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the student may feel sad.
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The student may think, why should I try?
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So the student starts to study for the clap.
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The clap becomes the reason to walk.
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When we grow up, this idea is still in our heart.
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At work, we want our boss to say, good job.
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We want our team to say, thank you.
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On the internet, we want likes and comments.
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We post a photo and wait.
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If many people like it, we feel happy.
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If nobody likes it, we feel bad.
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We look at the phone again and again.
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We wait for a sound.
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We wait for a sign.
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We wait for a clap.
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But what happens when the clap does not come?
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Do we stop?
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Do we sit down and say, I cannot walk?
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Many people stop.
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Many people feel tired when there is no clap.
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They feel alone.
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They feel invisible.
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They think their steps are not important.
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but this is the moment when the real question comes back.
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If nobody claps for you, can you still walk?
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Walking means moving forward.
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Walking means you take one step, then another step.
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Walking means you do not stay in the same place.
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It does not need to be fast.
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It can be slow.
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It can be small.
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But it is still a step It is easy to walk when people clap The sound gives you energy
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The sound makes you feel strong But real strength shows in silence Silence can feel heavy In silence,
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you hear your own thoughts You may hear a voice
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that says Stop You may hear a voice that says You are not good
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But you can also hear another voice This voice is quiet but strong It says,
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keep going This voice is your heart This voice does not need claps It only needs courage
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If you only walk when people clap Then other people control your life When they clap,
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you move When they stop,
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you stop Your steps depend on their hands But your life is yours.
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Your dream is yours.
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Your road is yours.
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So your steps should also be yours You can choose to walk Even when nobody looks at you
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Think about a small plant The plant grows in the ground Nobody stands near the plant and claps Nobody says,
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good job plant But the plant still grows It grows every day It grows in the sun
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It grows in the rain Sometimes the day is bright Sometimes the day is dark But the plant does not stop
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Growing is its life It does not wait for praise It grows
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because it can grow You can be like
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that plant You can grow in quiet days You can grow when nobody sees your work
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Maybe you study at night And nobody knows Maybe you try to be kind and nobody says thank you.
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Maybe you work hard and your name is not on the big board.
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That is okay.
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Your effort is still real.
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Your steps are still real.
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Some days will be hard.
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You will feel tired.
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You will want someone to say, I see you.
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If nobody says it, you can say it to yourself.
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You can say, I see you.
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You are trying.
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You are strong.
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These words are simple.
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They are not big words,
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but they can give you power.
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When kind words do not come from outside,
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they can come from inside.
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Walking without claps makes you stronger.
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When you walk alone, you learn about yourself.
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You learn what you really want.
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You learn why you started.
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Maybe you started because you have a dream.
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Maybe you started because you want a better life.
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Maybe you started because you love what you do.
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These reasons are deeper than claps.
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These reasons can stay, even in silence.
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Step by step, you move forward.
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One small step today.
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One small step tomorrow.
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You do not need to run.
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You do not need to be perfect.
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You only need to continue.
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The road can be long.
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Sometimes it is straight.
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Sometimes it is not easy.
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But every step takes you somewhere new.
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One day, maybe people will clap.
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Maybe they will see your work.
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Maybe they will say, you did it.
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But if that day comes,
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you will smile in a different way You will smile
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because you know something important You will know
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that you did not walk for the clap You walked
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because you chose to walk The clap is just extra It is nice,
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but it is not the reason And if that day does not come,
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you can still be proud You can look at your road and say I did not stop You can say,
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I walked in quiet days.
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You can say, I believed in myself.
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This pride is quiet.
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It is not loud, but it is strong.
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So ask yourself again, slowly and honestly,
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if nobody claps for me, can I still walk?
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The answer can be yes Yes,
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you can wake up and try again Yes,
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you can take one more step Yes,
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you can believe that your life has value
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Even in silence You do not need many people You do
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not need big noise You need your heart Your heart can guide your feet If today is quiet,
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do not be afraid Take a breath
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Stand up Take one step
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Then take another step
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Feel the ground under your feet
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Feel your body move You are alive You are walking
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That is already something beautiful And
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when you learn to walk without claps You will never be afraid of silence again You will know
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that your power does not come from the sound of hands Your power comes from inside you,
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and that power can carry you far,
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even on the quietest road.

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Why practice speaking with this video?

Practicing speaking with the video "If Nobody Claps for You, Can You Still Walk?" is an excellent way to enhance your English skills using the shadowing technique. This video provides engaging and relatable content, focusing on emotions and experiences that shape our self-worth. By using the shadow speech method, learners can immerse themselves in meaningful conversation, improving their fluency and comprehension.

When you repeat phrases after the speaker, you not only practice pronunciation but also internalize important expressions. This helps you to gain confidence in your speaking abilities. Moreover, the content encourages reflection on motivation and validation, making it a compelling topic for discussion in any English speaking practice session.

Grammar & Expressions in Context

The transcript presents several useful grammatical structures and expressions that you can incorporate into your daily conversations:

  • Simple Present Tense: Expressions like “we feel happy” and “you wake up early” highlight the use of the simple present tense, making statements about general truths and habits.
  • Conditional Sentences: The phrase “if the parents clap” exemplifies the zero conditional structure, which can be used for general facts or rules.
  • Descriptive Adjectives: Words such as “quiet” and “confused” add depth to your speech. You can use these to express feelings in various contexts.
  • Phrasal Verbs: “Try your best” is a common expression that emphasizes effort and determination, perfect for encouraging dialogues.

By practicing these structures, you expand your vocabulary and improve your overall sentence structure in English.

Common Pronunciation Traps

As you engage with the video, pay attention to specific phrases that may pose challenges in pronunciation:

  • “good job” - The blending of sounds can lead to mispronunciation. Focus on the soft 'd' in 'good' and ensure clarity in 'job'.
  • “kind words” - The 'k' and 'w' sounds may cause a struggle; practice articulation to enhance clarity.
  • “very good” - This often gets rushed. Break it down and pronounce each word distinctly.

Using a shadowing app can help you practice these tricky words and improve your English pronunciation effectively. Remember, regular practice is key to mastering these nuances and gaining confidence in your speaking ability!

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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