Blog

Helping French feel a little less overwhelming and a lot more possible.

I’m Inès, a French coach specializing in helping people build fulfilling lives and successful careers in French-speaking environments.

This blog is an extension of my coaching. Here, I share practical strategies, coaching insights, and honest reflections to help you navigate the real challenges of learning and using French as an adult.

Because French shouldn’t stand between you and the life you want to build. It should help you create it.

Blog posts

journaling notebook
Learning strategy

Tips for journaling in French

Have you ever thought about journaling in French? Today, I’d like to delve into this strategy, highlighting its numerous advantages and sharing my tips. It’s perhaps the activity I suggest most often to my clients, and I’m going to explain

Read More »
Neurolanguage Coaching ®

Guide to declutter your French goals

Are your French language goals still in sync with your current self? It might be time for a refresh! Today, let’s dive into the importance of decluterring your old French learning goals. 1-Why declutter your French goals? ⭐Mental Space: Clearing

Read More »
Mindset

A New Perspective on Progress

Are you on the right track when it comes to measuring your progress? Do you often find yourself fixating on the distance between where you are now and your ultimate goal, leading to stress and discouragement? Perhaps it’s time to

Read More »
French speaking

Complexity of everyday interactions in French

We often underestimate the complexity of everyday interactions in French like visiting the dry cleaner’s or butcher’s. However, these encounters are far from straightforward. Let’s delve into why everyday interactions are not as easy as they may seem. 1- Diverse

Read More »
best translation tools for french
Learning strategy

3 best translation tools for French

Looking for the perfect translation tools for French?  Look no further! When learning a new language, being able to translate from native language to French (and vice versa) is key. I have noticed that many of my coachees don’t know

Read More »
Learning strategy

Learning French: my interview with The Connexion

I recently had the pleasure of being interviewed by The Connexion about mastering French. From decoding proficiency levels to tackling common challenges, we covered it all.   Dive into the interview to glean expert tips and inspiring insights for your

Read More »
Learning strategy

French Learning : embrace “guilty pleasures”!

As a dedicated French coach, I’ve often emphasized the significance of setting goals to progress strategically in your French language journey. Today, let’s explore a contrasting concept – the art of relaxing and letting go without the burden of guilt.

Read More »
Learning strategy

Can you learn French without grammar lessons?

Do you find yourself overwhelmed by the intricacies of French grammar, struggling with terms like COD, auxiliary, or infinitive verbs during lessons? If the complexities of grammar are stressing you out, you might be wondering, “Is it possible to improve

Read More »
jump and step over gap
French speaking

Overcome French Vocabulary Gaps – 5 tips

Ever found yourself at a loss for words in a French conversation? I’ll share 5 tips to help you overcome French vocabulary gaps seamlessly. 1-Preparation Are you anticipating a specific scenario, like a hairdresser appointment? Plan ahead by researching keywords

Read More »
journaling notebook
Learning strategy

Tips for journaling in French

Have you ever thought about journaling in French? Today, I’d like to delve into this strategy, highlighting its numerous advantages and sharing my tips. It’s perhaps the activity I suggest most often to my clients, and I’m going to explain

Read More »
Neurolanguage Coaching ®

Guide to declutter your French goals

Are your French language goals still in sync with your current self? It might be time for a refresh! Today, let’s dive into the importance of decluterring your old French learning goals. 1-Why declutter your French goals? ⭐Mental Space: Clearing

Read More »
Mindset

A New Perspective on Progress

Are you on the right track when it comes to measuring your progress? Do you often find yourself fixating on the distance between where you are now and your ultimate goal, leading to stress and discouragement? Perhaps it’s time to

Read More »
French speaking

Complexity of everyday interactions in French

We often underestimate the complexity of everyday interactions in French like visiting the dry cleaner’s or butcher’s. However, these encounters are far from straightforward. Let’s delve into why everyday interactions are not as easy as they may seem. 1- Diverse

Read More »
best translation tools for french
Learning strategy

3 best translation tools for French

Looking for the perfect translation tools for French?  Look no further! When learning a new language, being able to translate from native language to French (and vice versa) is key. I have noticed that many of my coachees don’t know

Read More »
Learning strategy

Learning French: my interview with The Connexion

I recently had the pleasure of being interviewed by The Connexion about mastering French. From decoding proficiency levels to tackling common challenges, we covered it all.   Dive into the interview to glean expert tips and inspiring insights for your

Read More »
Learning strategy

French Learning : embrace “guilty pleasures”!

As a dedicated French coach, I’ve often emphasized the significance of setting goals to progress strategically in your French language journey. Today, let’s explore a contrasting concept – the art of relaxing and letting go without the burden of guilt.

Read More »
Learning strategy

Can you learn French without grammar lessons?

Do you find yourself overwhelmed by the intricacies of French grammar, struggling with terms like COD, auxiliary, or infinitive verbs during lessons? If the complexities of grammar are stressing you out, you might be wondering, “Is it possible to improve

Read More »
jump and step over gap
French speaking

Overcome French Vocabulary Gaps – 5 tips

Ever found yourself at a loss for words in a French conversation? I’ll share 5 tips to help you overcome French vocabulary gaps seamlessly. 1-Preparation Are you anticipating a specific scenario, like a hairdresser appointment? Plan ahead by researching keywords

Read More »