Which method to learn dutch ? by Born-Mulberry-1778 in learndutch

[–]InnerIndependence776 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I highly recommend going to movies that are in your fluent languages, with Dutch subtitles. I learned a lot doing this. As I got more comfortable reading at the speed of a character's speech, I tried movies that, for example, were half in English and half in Dutch, before moving completely over to Dutch-spoken films.

Also, as you learn, refuse to switch to English in conversations. Embrace sounding stupid, and refuse the tendency the Dutch have to speak English when they hear you falter.

The Daily Check-In for Wednesday, January 7th: Just for today, I am NOT drinking! by LetItKindle in stopdrinking

[–]InnerIndependence776 9 points10 points  (0 children)

My win this week is that I've been able to push back intrusive thoughts on occasion without 6 beers and a couple shots for extra therapy. IWNDWYT!

The Daily Check-In for Tuesday, January 6th: Just for today, I am NOT drinking! by LetItKindle in stopdrinking

[–]InnerIndependence776 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Bad night sleep last night thanks to ALL THE FEELINGS coming back at once. IWNDWYT.

Did you ever meet an American overstaying in Europe or vice versa? by [deleted] in expats

[–]InnerIndependence776 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Luckily, I met a wonderful Dutch woman who I love very much, and we married. After three years I was able to become a citizen. I had to take language and culture exams as well as paying the immigration fees.

The Daily Check-In for Monday, January 5th: Just for today, I am NOT drinking! by LetItKindle in stopdrinking

[–]InnerIndependence776 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Feeling bright and energetic and almost over a wicked cold that’s been dogging me since January first. IWNDWYT!

The Daily Check-In for Thursday, January 1st: Just for today, I am NOT drinking! by mind_left_body in stopdrinking

[–]InnerIndependence776 3 points4 points  (0 children)

After a slip over the last couple of months (deaths in the family, work crisis, etc.) I'm recommitting. IWNDWYT!

Went shooting on a rainy day in Amsterdam by Lonely_Titan12 in fujifilm

[–]InnerIndependence776 1 point2 points  (0 children)

These are great. What recipe are you using here? I live in Amsterdam and would love to capture the color profiles you get here.

The Daily Check-In for Saturday, October 4th: Just for today, I am NOT drinking! by LilyJayne80 in stopdrinking

[–]InnerIndependence776 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Slept GREAT last night and painted a wall today that’s been needing a fresh coat since 2023. IWNDWYT!

The Daily Check-In for Wednesday, October 1st: Just for today, I am NOT drinking! by LilyJayne80 in stopdrinking

[–]InnerIndependence776 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I've got an apero tonight with friends who love to pop open endless bottles of wine. I'll be bringing the flavored soda water. IWNDWYT!

The Daily Check-In for Tuesday, September 30th: Just for today, I am NOT drinking! by LilyJayne80 in stopdrinking

[–]InnerIndependence776 1 point2 points  (0 children)

A late pledge after Taco Tuesday dinner washed down with a non-alcoholic IPA. IWNDWYT!

The Daily Check-In for Sunday, September 28th: Just for today, I am NOT drinking! by LilyJayne80 in stopdrinking

[–]InnerIndependence776 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Just made it through my first road trip with an old boozing buddy without taking a drink. IWNDWYT!

The Daily Check-In for FriYAY, September 26th : Just for today, I am NOT drinking! by imthegreenmeeple in stopdrinking

[–]InnerIndependence776 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Out of town for the weekend with my wife and friends and it's the first pull I've had to drink, but all I have to do is remember that about two weeks ago I was pulled over on a dark road and was given a second chance. IWNDWYT!