Shadowing Practice: Lời khuyên Oprah Winfrey thay đổi cuộc đời | Video truyền cảm hứng tiếng anh song ngữ - Learn English Speaking with YouTube

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all of you leaving here have the potential for enormous success there's a price that comes with that
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all of you leaving here have the potential for enormous success there's a price that comes with that
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first and foremost knowing who you are
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knowing who you are being able to answer this question who am I and what do I want
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I'm asking the bigger question Who am I?
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Who am I really?
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And what do I want?
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I don't want to just be successful in the world.
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I don't want to just make a mark or have a legacy.
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The answer to
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that question for me is I want to fulfill the highest, truest expression expression of myself as a human being.
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You must have some kind of vision for your life.
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Even if you don't know the plan, you have to have a direction in which you choose to go.
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You want to be in the driver's seat of your own life because if you're not, life will drive you.
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Knowing who you really are in this space and time that we embody.
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You must find a way to serve.
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Martin Luther King said that not everybody can be famous, but everybody can be great because greatness is determined by service.
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Now, we live in a world where everybody wants to be famous and where we admire people for just being famous.
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We think being known brings us value.
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The truth is all of that will fade in time.
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In three years, you won't be able to name the housewives a banana.
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The real truth is that service and significance,
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service and the significance that you bring to your service is
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that which is lasting
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when you shift the paradigm of whatever it is you choose to do to service
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and you bring significance to that success will I promise you follow you service and significance equals success
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Here's the key.
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Learn from every mistake because every experience,
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encounter and particularly your mistakes are there to cheat you and force you into being more of who you are.
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And then figure out what is the next right move.
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What is your true calling?
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What is your Dharma?
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What is your purpose?
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All of you leaving here have the potential for enormous success.
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There's a price that comes with that.
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People don't always like you.
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And they're not always happy for you.
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And if you surround yourself with people who are not accustomed to your success, they become fearful.
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They become scared because you are reflecting back something to them
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that they don't recognize people who want the best for you want you to be your best
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so my greatest advice to you is to surround yourself with
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people who are going to fill your cup until your cup runneth Ogar.
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And what I know for sure is that the biggest choices begin and end with you.
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Your internal big questions.
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Who do I want to be in the world? Be excellent.
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People notice.
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Let excellence be your brand.
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Everybody talks about building a brand.
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I never even knew what that was.
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When people say you're a brand, I would say, no, I'm just Oprah.
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What I recognize now is that my choice to in every way,
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in every example, in every experience to do the right thing and the excellent thing is what has created the brand.

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Why practice speaking with this video?

This motivational video featuring Oprah Winfrey offers a unique opportunity for English learners to practice speaking through an inspiring context. By engaging with her powerful message, you can enhance your English speaking practice while also developing a deeper understanding of self-reflection and personal growth. The themes of self-awareness and service make this not just a language exercise but a meaningful exploration of who you want to be. Utilizing this video in conjunction with the shadow speech method is an effective way to improve your fluency and confidence as you mimic Oprah’s intonation and delivery.

Benefits of Shadowing Technique

  • Enhances your ability to respond to complex topics.
  • Increases emotional connectivity to the language through meaningful content.
  • Encourages the practice of authentic, impactful speaking.

Grammar & Expressions in Context

Oprah's speech is rich with impactful phrases and structures that English learners can incorporate into their dialogue. Here are a few key expressions:

  • "Who am I? And what do I want?" - This rhetorical question style prompts reflection and can be a great opener in discussions.
  • "You must have some kind of vision for your life." - Notice the use of the modal verb “must,” which conveys necessity and can be used similarly in your conversations.
  • "Learn from every mistake." - The imperative verb form here encourages proactive learning and can help you express advice or encouragement to others.
  • "Be excellent. People notice." - This form of expression is motivational and can be a powerful statement in your own speaking.

Practicing these structures will not only improve your grammar but also help you convey messages of personal significance when speaking English.

Common Pronunciation Traps

While practicing with this video, pay special attention to certain pronunciation challenges:

  • “Significance” - The placement of syllables can be tricky; make sure to emphasize the second syllable: sig-NIF-icance.
  • “Service” - The 's' sound at the beginning can be soft, leading to a slurring with the following ‘er’ sound. Practice clearly articulating: SER-vice.
  • “Potential” - The ‘t’ can often be overlooked. Ensure you pronounce it distinctly: po-TEN-tial.

Incorporating the shadowing technique by following along with Oprah’s pronunciation will help you master these tricky words and improve English pronunciation. Use this opportunity to develop your shadowspeak skills as you work towards smoother and more confident speech.

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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