Shadowing Practice: RE3 Unit 6B - Learn English Speaking with Video

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Track 12.
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Reading 6B.
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Addicted to Distraction.
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David Strayer never texts or talks on a phone when he is driving.
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Strayer is a cognitive psychologist at the University of Utah who specializes in attention.
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His research shows that when driving, using a phone can be as dangerous as drinking alcohol.
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Strayer and other scientists warn against multitasking
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When we do many things at the same time Strayer says our brain becomes tired easily We make mistakes
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and lose focus yet multitasking is increasingly common especially on a phone or computer
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Dr. Gloria mark a digital media researcher has found
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that people in the United States switch tasks on their computers
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566 times a day this type of multitasking is especially common among teenagers on average a teenager spends between seven
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and eleven hours a day in front of a screen doing
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homework texting watching videos often all at the same time phones tablets
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and laptops are all useful tools and we may feel more productive when we use them.
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However, when we spend hours on digital devices, constantly switching between activities, our overall productivity decreases.
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Why?
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Many digital activities require high levels of concentration.
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When we text or email someone, for example, or even play games, we have to focus.
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When we do this, our brain uses energy.
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When we multitask, which is hard for the brain to do, we use even more energy.
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Excessive multitasking reduces our ability to think clearly and creatively, and to remember information.
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This, in turn, can result in stress.
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What is the best cure for our overstressed minds?
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David Strayer says the answer is simple.
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Spend some time in nature.
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A natural remedy.
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Strayer and other scientists are studying nature's effect on our brains and bodies.
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When we are in natural environments, the prefrontal cortex, the brain's control center, relaxes.
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Studies show that when people can see trees and grass, they are calmer and do better in school.
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Indeed, people even relax when they look at photos of nature.
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Consequently, they do better on different cognitive tasks.
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Other psychologists are also studying nature therapy.
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In a study at Chiba University in Japan, 84 subjects went for a 15 -minute walk in seven different forests.
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The same number of people walked around different city centers.
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Researchers then took blood from each person.
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The forest walkers had a 16 % decrease in the stress hormone cortisol all.
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In addition, they had a 2 % drop in blood pressure and a 4 % drop in heart rate.
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All did better than the city walkers.
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Lead researcher Yoshifumi Miyazaki has an explanation for these results.
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Our bodies relax in pleasant natural surroundings, he says.
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Humans evolved in that environment, not in places with tall buildings and lots of traffic.
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Psychologist Stephen Kaplan and his colleagues have done similar research.
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In one study, people took a 50 -minute walk in a public garden.
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In a test conducted afterwards, their short -term memory improved.
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When the same people walked on a city street, it did not.
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Kaplan says it is the visual details in nature, sunsets, streams, butterflies, that reduce stress and mental fatigue.
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We enjoy them without having to concentrate on them.
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This allows our brains to rest and recover from the stresses of modern life.
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Imagine a therapy that was readily available and could improve your cognitive functioning at zero cost, Kaplan says.
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It exists.
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It's called interacting with nature.
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Why Multitasking and Nature Matter for Your Brain

The video dives into a fascinating topic: how our brains handle distraction and the power of nature to recharge. Cognitive psychologists like David Strayer and Gloria Mark reveal eye-opening truths—multitasking on phones or computers drains mental energy, reduces productivity, and increases stress. But there’s a simple fix: spending time in nature. Studies show even short walks in forests lower stress hormones, while city walks don’t. This context isn’t just interesting—it’s perfect for english speaking practice, as it uses everyday vocabulary and clear explanations.

Top 5 Phrases to Master for Daily Chats

  • "Addicted to distraction" – Describe someone who can’t focus due to constant interruptions.
  • "Cognitive psychologist" – A scientist who studies how the brain thinks and focuses.
  • "Stress hormone cortisol" – The chemical in your body that rises when you’re stressed.
  • "Mental fatigue" – Feeling tired from thinking too hard or switching tasks too much.
  • "Natural remedy" – A simple, natural solution to a problem (like nature for stress).

How to Shadow This Video Like a Pro

Shadowing—repeating audio immediately after hearing it—is a great way to boost fluency. Here’s your shadowspeaks guide for this video: First, listen once to grasp the main ideas (multitasking’s downsides, nature’s benefits). Next, pause after short phrases (e.g., "His research shows that when driving, using a phone can be as dangerous as drinking alcohol") and repeat, focusing on rhythm and stress. The video’s clear, conversational tone makes it ideal for shadowing site practice—no fast slang, just easy-to-follow explanations. Finally, record yourself and compare to the original. Notice how the speakers emphasize key words like "decrease" or "improve" to highlight important points. With practice, you’ll not only learn new vocabulary but also sound more natural in English. Ready to start? Press play and let the shadow speak process begin!

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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