Think of self-care. What do you see? Many will think of relaxing somewhere peaceful. Others will picture a tasty meal cooked by someone else. And yet others will think of their favorite yoga sequence, makeup routine or video game.
That’s the beauty of self-care: it can be whatever you want it to be. But how can you talk about self-care (autocuidado) in Spanish? You might be thinking to yourself: “Well, this is a very specific topic. Read More...
Modern correspondence is quite casual, but when you write a letter in Spanish, your tone and phrasing should match the recipient and occasion. This applies to formal and informal communication in the form of a letter (carta) as well as an email (correo electronico). In the following, we’ll show you how to write a letter in Spanish both formally and informally and introduce you to useful phrases for written communication. Read More...
Imagine setting aside money for years and meticulously planning your dream vacation abroad, only to discover you’re expected to use your savings for the sake of keeping family harmony. That’s precisely how Julia felt. She is unsure whether she should assert herself or sacrifice her dream to prevent conflict.
Thank you, Julia, for telling us your story. We understand how conflicted you feel about not wanting to sacrifice your dream vacation but also wanting to maintain family harmony. We hope our suggestions will help you navigate this challenging situation. Read More...