Words or force: which holds more power? Explore the proverb “The pen is mightier than the sword,” its meaning, usage, and when it might miss the mark.
Is the Grass Really Greener on the Other Side?
Is the grass always greener elsewhere? We explore this proverb’s meaning, examine when it applies (and when it doesn’t), and discover how to counter this mindset.
Why the Best Things in Life Are Free
Is the adage “The best things in life are free” always true? Let’s explore this proverb with examples and discover when it works — and when it doesn’t.
Strike While the Iron Is Hot
Should you jump at every opportunity? Learn the meaning behind “strike while the iron is hot”, how to use it wisely, and when it’s time to let things cool for a bit!
Silence Is Golden
In our noisy world, is silence still precious? Uncover the meaning of “silence is golden,” when to use it, and when it’s time to break the quiet!
Rome Wasn’t Built in a Day
Tired of the rush for results? Discover the power of the proverb “Rome wasn’t built in a day” – learn how it applies to your life and when it’s time to set a faster pace!
Practice Makes Perfect
“Practice makes perfect” – but does it? Discover the power of practice, when the proverb applies, and when it might be time for a different mindset. Get inspired to embrace the journey of improvement!
Opportunity Seldom Knocks Twice
Is opportunity knocking at your door? Learn the meaning behind the proverb “Opportunity seldom knocks twice” and how to seize the chances that come your way (without the guilt trips and pressure!)
Old Habits Die Hard
Breaking unhealthy habits, learning new skills – just why is change so difficult? Explore the meaning of “old habits die hard”, with insights into the science behind behavior, and the history of this relatable proverb.
No News Is Good News
Does “no news is good news” hold up? Discover the situations where this saying rings true, when it causes harm, and its fascinating historical roots.
Recent Posts
A Sea Change — When Transformation Goes All the Way Down
Some changes are surface adjustments. A sea change is something else entirely — a transformation so deep and complete that what emerges is genuinely different from what went in. This episode explores one of Shakespeare’s most enduring gifts to the English language, and what it means for the changes that truly alter us.
Succession Planning Isn’t About Your Replacement — It’s About Whether Your Work Outlives You
Most organizations treat succession planning as a panic button pressed when someone quits. It’s actually the quiet discipline that decides whether everything you built survives the day you leave. Here’s how to do it right — and why almost everyone gets it wrong.
Steadfast — The Quiet Power of Not Moving
In a world that celebrates reinvention, pivoting, and change, steadfast is the word that makes the case for staying. For roots. For the person who doesn’t move when everything around them is telling them to.
Why Nuance Matters: Choosing Truth Over Viral Outrage
In an internet ecosystem fueled by outrage, polarization, and clickbait, why bother creating thoughtful content about the complex grey areas of life? Join the Editor-in-Chief of English Plus as we explore why nuance, critical thinking, and empathy are the ultimate acts of modern rebellion.
Follow Your True North — The Internal Compass That Never Lies
Before GPS, before satellites, navigators had to find true north — the fixed point that oriented everything else. The expression ‘true north’ has moved from navigation into something deeper: the idea that each of us has a fixed internal compass, a core direction, a most-authentic self. This episode explores what that means and how to find it.
Clear the Air — The Relief of Finally Saying the Thing
There’s a particular kind of tension that builds when something important is left unsaid. And there’s an equally particular relief when it finally gets said. ‘Clearing the air’ is one of the most honest and hopeful expressions in English — a phrase about the courage of direct conversation and what it restores.