Shadowing Practice: Kendall Jenner Tweets Fans on Confidence, Self Care, and Hair | Allure - Learn English Speaking with YouTube

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Hey guys, it's Kendall.
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I get so many questions on Twitter every day, so it is time to respond to some of my fans.
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First question.
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Jenner Kingdom.
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Hey girl.
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At Kendall Jenner, what do I do if someone has the same prom dress as me?
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I'm seeking for help.
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Jenner Kingdom, this is what I think.
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Just chop it up, make it your own.
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and go rock it.
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And I'm sure, why not just embrace that you guys are wearing the same thing?
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If so, if I've ever shown up somewhere and I'm wearing the same thing as someone, just go make a joke out of it, or go hang out with them, or take a picture with them.
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Ivy Lee asks, how would you wear this?
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Just asking for some advice, thanks.
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Ivy, I would personally wear it with just some blue jeans and maybe some boots or something.
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I'd keep it simple.
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Jewelry always helps building things up and making them even better.
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At Kendall Jenner, what are your thoughts on using heat on your hair?
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Smiley, I don't personally use heat on my hair every day.
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Heat only really goes on my hair when I'm working.
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It definitely isn't great for your hair.
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I'm not an expert, but I'd prefer not to use it just every day.
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Caitlin Piper, at Kendall and Kylie.
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You both have the most amazing hair.
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What products do you guys use?
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Caitlin, I personally wash my hair every single day.
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I know that people tell you you're not supposed to do that.
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I've been doing it since before I can remember.
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So it's just something that I've always stuck with.
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Is I actually don't use like any like really expensive shampoos or anything.
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I use a pretty like generic one.
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I think it's finesse.
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It's so random, but the shampoo that I use is not that expensive.
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It's from CVS, I think.
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And I feel like my hair's pretty good, so I don't know.
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Carolina, at Kendall Jenner, what's your advice to girls who have self-esteem issues?
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I personally think that keeping people around you that are awesome and that lift you up, make you feel great, and genuinely good people around you that just love you for you and whatever, I think that that helps so much.
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You know, just knowing that you're really, really cool and awesome.
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Because you are the shit Carolina, I guarantee you.
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Sarah Saeed asks, at Kendall Jenner, how do you make time for self-care while traveling?
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Sarah, you can always try breathing.
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I know it's corny, but it really does help.
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I always try and get a little bit of meditating in.
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I'll listen to calming music.
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I'll chill, I'll do a lot of breathing.
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There's amazing apps that are good for anxiety relief.
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They have a breathing app where there's a little circle and it goes in and out and it really helps, tells you when to inhale and exhale.
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XXKate1, at Kendall Jenner, I need advice.
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I'm gonna do a model audition Saturday and I need help.
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Girl, kill it.
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Get in there, be so confident.
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I know it's gonna probably be scary, that's really natural.
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hot stuff, I promise you.
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At Kendall, how do you, Kendall, define love?
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Well, Chris, I think love is, I don't even know.
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I really don't even know how to define it.
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It's like such a strong feeling and I just like, I can't even, I don't think my words would do it justice, but it's a very powerful thing, that's for sure.
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Johnny at Kendall Jenner.
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Kendall, I read an article about how you were insecure with acne problems and I really need your advice.
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I feel sad about it.
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No, don't feel sad.
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I've been there.
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Oh my God, that makes me sad that you feel sad.
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It sucks.
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It really sucks.
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There is light at the end of the tunnel.
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I promise you.
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Drink your water.
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I know everyone says that.
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Drink water, wash your face, stay clean, stay healthy.
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There is a light at the end of the tunnel.
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and we're gonna figure this out together.
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Kendall, what's in your purse?
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Which is your favorite thing in your purse?
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My purse is not that full.
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Like I carry big bags around and I don't have much.
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Unless I'm going to the airport, then I have a lot of stuff in there.
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So I just love like a little bag that you can just throw on your shoulder and tuck it under your armpit kind of a thing.
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It almost disappears.
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If it's just everyday, it's usually just my keys, my wallet and my phone.
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Maybe some like chapstick or something.
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At All About Court K, Kendall, how did you cope when Dolce went missing?
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I lost my bird on Sunday and I'm so heartbroken and devastated and don't know what to do.
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No!
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All About Court K, that makes me sad.
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We have these annual Christmas parties and Dolce was staying at our friend's house for a couple nights.
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Ended up running away from our friend's house.
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I'm sure he was wondering where we were and we just never found him.
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I mean, it's the worst thing ever.
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We were looking for weeks.
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We couldn't get over it.
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But you know, you just can't think too much about it.
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I mean, I hate even thinking about them being scared or sad.
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That's the worst, but I know you're gonna get through it.
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I remember Dolce in such a positive way, and Dolce's awesome.
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I'm sorry about your bird.
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Thanks guys.
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I hope I answered your questions properly.
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I hope it helps a little bit.
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Thanks for watching.
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Thanks Allure.
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Good luck.

Context & Background

The video features Kendall Jenner responding to fans on Twitter, sharing insights on confidence, self-care, and fashion advice. With a light-hearted tone, she addresses questions from various followers, offering personal anecdotes and suggestions. This conversational setting provides an excellent opportunity for English learners to practice their speaking and comprehension skills through informal dialogue. Jenner’s approachable language and relatable content create an engaging learning environment that captures the essence of everyday interactions.

Top 5 Phrases for Daily Communication

  • “Just chop it up, make it your own.” - A casual way to encourage creativity and personalization.
  • “I would personally wear it with…” - A useful phrase for sharing personal style choices.
  • “That helps so much.” - An affirmation that expresses gratitude for support or advice.
  • “You’re really, really cool and awesome.” - An informal compliment that boosts self-esteem.
  • “I always try and get a little bit of meditating in.” - A phrase that reflects practices for mindfulness and relaxation.

Step-by-step Shadowing Guide

To effectively improve your English speaking skills using this video, follow this structured shadowing guide:

  1. Watch the Video: Begin by watching the video without subtitles to familiarize yourself with Kendall's speech patterns and tone.
  2. Listen and Imitate: Play a short segment of the video. Use a shadowing app or tool that allows you to repeat after Kendall, mimicking her pronunciation and rhythm.
  3. Break It Down: Focus on one phrase at a time. Repeat it several times until you feel confident in your pronunciation.
  4. Use Subtitles: Turn on subtitles to reinforce your understanding of the phrases in context. Practice speaking alongside the subtitles until you can do so without them.
  5. Record Yourself: Use a recording app to capture your voice as you shadow Kendall. Listen to your pronunciation and intonation to identify areas for improvement.

This technique not only enhances your speaking abilities but also builds confidence in using informal English expressions. To maximize your learning experience, consider utilizing a shadowing site like shadowspeaks that offers interactive features tailored for language learners, fostering immersion through engaging content. Consistent practice using these strategies will help you become more fluent and expressive in daily conversations.

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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