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Welcome to the Hotel California 🎵
I have been writing blogs for a month now and I always think so hard of the impact of English in my life. I always think of the big...

Zara Credo
Jul 82 min read


He Learned English—and Everything Changed
I have a very close friend who grew up in a province. Like many kids in rural areas, English wasn’t something he was confident in. He had...

Zara Credo
Jul 83 min read


From Embarrassed to Empowered: My English Journey
When people ask me why I care so much about learning English, I always say: it’s because I’ve lived through every emotion you can...

Kohei Takemura
Jul 42 min read


How English Got Me My First Big Opportunity
Hi! I'm Kian. I grew up as a typical Filipino kid—quiet, unsure, and always keeping my thoughts to myself. But English gave me the...

Kohei Takemura
Jul 32 min read


The Day I Became the Family Translator
👋 Hi! I’m Kian. I grew up in the Philippines, where English was always part of school life—grammar rules, vocabulary tests, and long...

Kohei Takemura
Jul 32 min read


The Time I Felt Left Out in My Own Country
Growing up in the Philippines, many of us are taught English in school. But sometimes, we don’t realize how deeply it affects our lives,...

Kohei Takemura
Jul 32 min read


Lost for Words: My Most Embarrassing English Moments
Learning English is a journey —sometimes exciting, sometimes frustrating, and sometimes… downright humiliating. 😅 I’ve had plenty of...

Kohei Takemura
Jul 32 min read


Lost in Lyrics, Laughs, and the Airport: My English Adventures
🧩 Introduction Learning English as a Filipino isn’t always about grammar or vocabulary. Sometimes, it’s about moments. The small ones...

Kohei Takemura
Jun 252 min read


I can use English in my Country
The Philippines is a beautiful archipelago made up of 7,641 islands. It’s rich in culture and language, with 183 live languages spoken...

Zara Credo
Jun 242 min read


English Got Her into a U.S. University
My sister didn’t finish college the traditional way. In the middle of her studies, she chose a different path—one of service and faith....

Zara Credo
Jun 112 min read


How English Turned Me into a Comedian (Without Trying)
I never planned to be funny, especially not in English. But sometimes, the moment you open your mouth, the comedy just… happens. 😅 Let...

Kohei Takemura
Jun 112 min read


English Gave Me Wings (and a Few Bumps on the Way)
There’s something special about English—it’s not just a language. It’s a bridge, a challenge, a comedy show, and sometimes… It’s a total...

Kohei Takemura
Jun 42 min read


How English Helped Me Find My Way Home
Growing up in a third-world country is tough. Opportunities are limited, and most jobs don’t pay enough to live a decent life. No matter...

Zara Credo
Jun 42 min read


Learning English is a Life Saver
Growing up in the Philippines, English has always been part of my daily life. It's our second language, and it's the mode of instruction...

Zara Credo
May 272 min read
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