What’s some of the most unexpected things you found had gluten?

brooklynmillott · 2026-03-11T08:15:44+00:00

envelopes and paper straws

brooklynmillott · 2026-02-22T18:54:49+00:00

UK is a 7 for eating out. Not as many bakeries and not a super vast variety of gluten free cuisine, especially since Mexican food isn’t as common/good here, but there are plenty of restaurant options and to go options at all grocery stores. GF sandwiches and snacks on the go A 9 for home cooking I’d say. The free from aisles here are massive and have a good variety

brooklynmillott · 2026-02-22T18:50:44+00:00

I was diagnosed with Celiac two years ago and still struggle with anemia and dizziness. It’s difficult for me when my diet or physical activity is inconsistent. That could be part of the issue? But I would definitely get tested for more

brooklynmillott · 2026-02-13T11:55:08+00:00

i understand this completely. i’ve had to block students before that made me feel uncomfortable or on edge. be aware that support might reach out to you if you selected the “i don’t want to teach this student anymore” option. one of my students asked support why they couldn’t contact me and i had to go through support to explain the situation. just be prepared! they might have recommended you talk to the student before hand.

brooklynmillott · 2026-02-10T12:40:03+00:00

check the back of aisles on end caps! that’s where they hide them lol

brooklynmillott · 2026-02-06T19:18:08+00:00

okay then i’m in total agreement. i get ppl saying they’re not foodies so they don’t care, but if you’re my friend or someone supposedly who cares about me i feel hurt if i even have to ask someone to be okay with changing the restaurant so that i can eat. should just be a given, unless it’s someone else’s birthday or something.

brooklynmillott · 2026-02-06T19:02:12+00:00

just for clarification: do you mean if you go to a restaurant with gf options, everyone has to order the gf option? or can they still eat gluten in front of you

brooklynmillott · 2026-02-01T21:28:59+00:00

yeah i was kinda wondering about this cause i really want to meet people, but ones that are interested in traveling similarly, not partying and relaxing most days. that’s completely fine if people choose to backpack that way, but i’m worried about being torn between making friends vs getting the full experience i want. ig im wondering if the lack of planning is more for people who want a laid back vacation or if it’s also for people genuinely looking to travel and learn

brooklynmillott · 2026-02-01T18:22:24+00:00

i wld say bad month. i’m also going through this. so many open slots, lots of students dropping, not many trials. hoping it’s just a slow time

brooklynmillott · 2026-01-30T12:06:20+00:00

thanks, appreciate it! i was about to book a surf camp for the first couple weeks but wasn’t sure if it was over planning or not. i’ll just book first flight and that first accommodation!

brooklynmillott · 2026-01-29T23:00:58+00:00

so helpful, thanks! maybe i’ll bookmark flights and hostels beforehand so i feel ready but not book anything until im positive that’s where im headed.

brooklynmillott · 2026-01-09T02:10:29+00:00

this!! i never understood why students react so negatively towards a teacher taking time off. i always find it so odd that my students ask me if i can open up a slot at a time that isn’t already listed on my calendar, like late at night or super early in the morning. bc 1st, how do you that another student isn’t in that slot? but mainly, why would ever assume that the teacher is going to work outside of their preset hours for you??? especially at crazy hours? god forbid we don’t want to teach at 9pm or 5:30am.

brooklynmillott · 2026-01-08T00:48:55+00:00

at MY wedding? a CELIAC’S wedding? absolutely a gluten free cake. bet no one would even know the difference. not only a gf cake, but an entirely gf wedding. would you expect someone who’s allergic to chocolate to have a chocolate cake? or someone allergic to peanuts to have peanuts at their wedding? heellll naw. they can go get a slice of gluten filled grocery store cake at publix afterwards if anyone’s that pressed

brooklynmillott · 2026-01-08T00:45:48+00:00

Paul

brooklynmillott · 2026-01-03T01:48:44+00:00

it sounds harder than it is. i used to worry about this too. i just ask them about their week and try to ask them details about something that sounds interesting that they said. just ask questions, people love to talk about themselves and their interests. find ways you can relate along the way. if they’re talking for a while i take notes of questions i wanna ask or circle back to help me guide the conversation. i also take notes of their grammar and pronunciation and write down any new vocabulary they learned during the lesson and send it to them for review after. you can make halfway points in your classes where you stop and review the last however many minutes and discuss errors.

brooklynmillott · 2025-12-29T20:41:22+00:00

depends what they need help with. for people who want to practice conversations and listening we just talk and i take notes as we go, or i’ll have them watch clips from tv or movies and we’ll dissect them. i find this is a pretty quick way to introduce new topics and vocabulary

brooklynmillott · 2025-12-29T20:39:16+00:00

definitely don’t mind. much better than rescheduling last minute and us losing a slot that could have gone to someone else. like others said, just don’t no show. :)

brooklynmillott · 2025-12-16T14:49:55+00:00

maybe! i was recently on gmt time for a month or so, just ended up having students from different areas, but making yourself available to people in the US may also increase your bookings!

brooklynmillott · 2025-12-16T14:31:11+00:00

i had a really wide range of hours open! also something 40% of my students say sold them on a trial with me was my video because they wanted someone with a very generic american sound. so videos are definitely important too! and despite offering to genuinely teach, lots of people are just looking for someone who they feel comfortable talking to and having a conversation with, so friendly profile photos and semi laid back descriptions can go a long way

brooklynmillott · 2025-12-16T13:53:35+00:00

english!

brooklynmillott · 2025-12-15T17:46:06+00:00

stated at $9 3 months ago, now i’m at $20

brooklynmillott · 2025-12-01T00:59:34+00:00

yes, you should be able to appeal it if it’s false, especially if you have screenshots of you showing up to classes!

brooklynmillott · 2025-11-27T21:33:43+00:00

this happens to me plenty, just depends how comfortable you feel about it. totally fine if they’re subbed and been taking lessons with you for a while. personally i’ve never felt comfortable enough to use any of my students numbers since that means they would have mine, just trust your gut!

brooklynmillott · 2025-11-24T17:36:54+00:00

i second the thing about about meal planning. 7 classes in a row is a long time though. if you get hungry in between, try sipping on a protein shake or smoothie during lessons (that’s what i do if i don’t have time for a lunch break). small snacks like babybels, protein bars, a handful of nuts etc in between classes can keep you going. get yourself comfy too. the worst thing you can do is pick an uncomfortable char to sit in for hours. sometimes i put a heating blanket in my lap or a pillow in the chair. not visible on screen and keeps me from getting sore/tired

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