Shadowing Practice: My Life in a 15m² Room at 28 | Surviving Alone in Vietnam - Learn English Speaking with YouTube

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What does life really look like for an unemployed 28-year-old man trying to survive in a Vietnamese city?
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What does life really look like for an unemployed 28-year-old man trying to survive in a Vietnamese city?
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Today, come spend the day with me as I experience my real daily life,
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eating cheap local breakfast, exploring the streets,
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and living in my small 15-square-meter room.
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Hello, I'm Poo.
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The weather here today feels much cooler,
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and it seems like the rainy season is slowly starting to arrive.
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Last night there was a heavy rain so this morning the streets are covered with wet leaves and small puddles of water.
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I just woke up and decided to go outside to find something simple for breakfast.
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The streets are already very busy early in the morning because this is rush hour for people going to work,
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taking their children to school and starting their daily businesses.
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Do people in your country cross the streets like this too?
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Honestly, it can look pretty dangerous at first.
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I still remember when I first moved to the city years ago,
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I was too scared to cross the road because of all the traffic.
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But little by little, I got used to it,
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and now it feels completely normal to me.
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After walking around for a bit,
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I decided to stop by a small sidewalk bank me stand.
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The hot grilled meat skewers looked really delicious and tempting.
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And the best part is that it's very affordable.
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Only about 50 cents for one.
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That's also why Bank Mii is such a popular and convenient choice for many people here in Vietnam.
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Right at this intersection, there's an elderly woman selling sticky rice.
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This is also a very traditional food in Vietnam and it's even cheaper than banh mi
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Whenever the traffic light turns red and vehicles stop That's usually when customers quickly come over to buy from her
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I truly hope she stays healthy and happy while continuing her work every day
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Do people in your country drink coffee every morning too?
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Here in Vietnam, coffee is something enjoyed by almost everyone,
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no matter their income or job.
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And places like this are especially popular with lower income workers such as drivers,
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cleaners, delivery riders and many other hard working people.
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And honestly, I really admire how carefully and professionally she prepares each cup of coffee.
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I stopped by a small sidewalk coffee stand
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and decided to sit down for a while with my banj mi and a cup of coffee.
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Watching the busy streets and people moving through their daily lives somehow makes me feel less stressed and more connected to life.
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Is it walking?
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What?
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When!? spontaneous days días No even
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18 11 2 3
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2 27,400 km There's our wilderness!
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I gathered the soil in the map Holy Напar, yell out!
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The wild fuel, is becoming the אומר of arrow,
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and the turtle gets paced together with my control.
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The predicament now holds the opposing poi ancientください.
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After the coffee and ban meet,
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I actually feel pretty full already.
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So I think I'll save this sticky rice for lunch later.
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These are electric taxis here where I live.
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They help reduce pollution and also create jobs for thousands of people across Vietnam.
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And suddenly I started thinking about the idea of becoming a driver myself.
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I wonder what it would be like to earn money while also experiencing and seeing so many different parts of daily life.
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What do you think about that idea?
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Although honestly, there's one small problem.
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I still don't have a driver's license yet.
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Laugh.
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and loved 300
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every 1
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I headed back to my room but the weather still feels very hot and uncomfortable.
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The air inside the room feels a little stuffy and honestly,
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I'm already starting to sweat again.
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I also checked a package that had just arrived.
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Can you guess what I bought this time?
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The midday sun here is usually very strong,
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so I decided to buy a more covered pair of sandals to protect my feet when going outside.
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Honestly, I think it was a pretty good decision.
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What do you think?
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Do they look good on me?
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Before doing anything else, I think I should clean my room first.
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It's starting to look really messy and dusty again,
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and even my trash bin is already full.
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So, let's go.
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Beep!
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There we go.
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The room feels small and the temperature outside has already started getting hotter.
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Turning off the fan while cleaning makes everything feel even more uncomfortable and sweaty.
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But somehow, staying busy like this feels much better than just lying down all day
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and getting trapped in negative thoughts and stress.
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Proud fun.
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Now it's dry out.
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If it's dry out in briefing,
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it's wet and dry out on fire.
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After getting completely sweaty from cleaning,
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I decided to take a shower.
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It honestly helped me feel much more refreshed and comfortable afterward.
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After getting completely sweaty from cleaning,
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I decided to take a shower.
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It honestly helped me feel much more refreshed and comfortable afterward.
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These are my two perfumes,
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one with a fresh citrus scent and the other with a warm woody fragrance.
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They both smell really nice,
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and I usually wear them when meeting friends or family.
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What about you?
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Do you pay attention to someone's scent when meeting them for the first time?
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I haven't worn these glasses in a very long time.
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My eyesight is around minus 2.00,
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but honestly, I don't really like wearing glasses.
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So whenever I'm outside, it's actually pretty hard for me to recognize people I know,
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even if they notice me first.
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Laugh.
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Over here, I have a water container,
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an electric kettle, some milk,
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and one cup of instant noodles that I bought last week.
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I really enjoy eating instant noodles, especially spicy ones.
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They taste so good and somehow make the whole meal feel more satisfying.
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I turned on my computer and checked my YouTube channel.
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Honestly, one of the things that makes me happiest every day is seeing the reactions and comments from people watching my videos.
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Some viewers encourage me, give me helpful advice,
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and make me feel less alone.
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But of course there's still negative comments sometimes and I'd be lying if I said they don't make me overthink a little.
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Thank you so much to everyone who has supported and shown kindness toward my videos.
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Honestly, your comments and support make me feel a little less lonely.
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And because of that, it also makes me want to continue recording and sharing more ordinary moments from my daily life.
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I really like this profile picture because it looks cheerful and full of positive energy.
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Those are the kinds of feelings I truly enjoy.
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Happiness, laughter, and peaceful moments in life.
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And honestly, I hope all of you can also live happily
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and forget some of the stress and worries that life brings sometimes.
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Doesn't this look delicious?
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It has the sweetness of coconut mung beans and peanuts mixed together.
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This is actually one of the childhood foods I grew up eating.
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I think in the near future I'll probably start cooking at home more often because it might help me save money.
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This video has already become quite long,
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so I guess it's time to end the day here.
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Thank you so much for spending time with me and don't forget to follow my journey.
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If you'd like to see more of my daily life,
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see you again soon.
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Thank you.

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About This Lesson

In this lesson, you will immerse yourself in an authentic English-speaking environment by exploring the daily life of a young man living in Vietnam. You'll practice key vocabulary related to food, daily routines, and cultural observations. Engaging with this content helps you improve your English pronunciation and fluency, perfect for those preparing for the IELTS speaking test. By shadowing the speaker, you can enhance your speaking skills and build confidence in your ability to communicate in English.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases

  • Banh Mi: A popular Vietnamese sandwich made with various fillings.
  • Sticky Rice: A traditional Vietnamese food served in many street markets.
  • Hot Grilled Meat Skewers: A common street food enjoyed for breakfast or as a snack.
  • Coffee Stand: A small vendor where coffee is prepared and served, often on the street.
  • Rush Hour: The busy period when people travel to work or school, typically early in the morning and late afternoon.
  • Crossing the Street: Referring to the act of navigating through busy traffic, which can be challenging in many cities.
  • Electric Taxis: Environmentally friendly taxis that are gaining popularity for reducing pollution.

Practice Tips

As you watch the video, take advantage of the slower moments to practice shadow speech. This technique allows you to repeat phrases immediately after hearing them, aiding your improve English pronunciation. Pay close attention to the tone and inflection of the speaker's voice, as it reflects the natural rhythm of spoken English.

To get the most out of this lesson, try pause-play activities. Pause after key phrases and repeat them in your own voice, mimicking the intonation. This method is especially effective for those preparing for IELTS speaking practice, as it helps you become familiar with conversational speech patterns.

Lastly, remember that pronunciation practice is not just about reproducing the sounds; it's about embodying the cultural context in which they are used. Engaging with the content actively allows you to connect more deeply with the English language through everyday experiences.

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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