Resources

Curated free and public resources across English teaching, philosophy, mental health, and language learning.


🌐 English Learning

Skills & Practice

  • BBC Learning English β€” Six-minute English, vocabulary, grammar, pronunciation. Free and consistently high quality.
  • British Council Learn English β€” Grammar guides, skills exercises, and online courses for all CEFR levels.
  • VOA Learning English β€” News-based content for intermediate learners. Excellent for IELTS/TOEIC reading practice.
  • Forvo β€” The world’s largest pronunciation dictionary, recorded by native speakers.
  • TED Talks β€” Free talks with full transcripts. Use for listening comprehension and vocabulary in context.

Exams & Certification


πŸ“š Philosophy

Reference

Audio & Essays


🧠 Mental Health

These are information and support resources. They are not a substitute for professional care.

Information & Support

Tools & Practice

  • Headspace β€” Guided meditation and mindfulness. Free basics tier available.
  • 7 Cups β€” Free anonymous chat with trained listeners. A genuine first step when you need to talk.
  • MoodTools β€” Free CBT-based tools for managing depression and anxiety.
  • NAMI (US) β€” National Alliance on Mental Illness. Helplines, local groups, evidence-based resources.

πŸŽ“ For English Teachers


πŸ“Ί My YouTube Channel

I share videos on English teaching methodology, language learning strategies, and life as a multilingual educator in La RΓ©union, France.

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More English Resources

  • Oxford Learner’s Dictionaries — Definitions, examples, and pronunciation for learners at every level.
  • Merriam-Webster — America’s leading dictionary with vocabulary quizzes and word of the day.
  • EnglishClub — Grammar explanations, quizzes, and community forums for all levels.
  • WordReference — Multilingual dictionary and active language forums. Excellent for French-English.
  • News in Levels — Real news stories at three reading levels (A2, B1, B2/C1). Good for self-study.
  • ELLLO — English Listening Lesson Library Online — hundreds of free authentic listening texts with transcripts.
  • Academic Word List (EAP Foundation) — The 570 most important academic words for IELTS and university English.

More Philosophy Resources

More Mental Health Resources

  • Verywell Mind — Evidence-based articles reviewed by clinical professionals. Excellent for understanding diagnoses.
  • Psychology Today — Articles, therapist directory, and self-assessments. Strong on ADHD, PTSD, and bipolar.
  • ADDitude Magazine — The leading ADHD resource for adults. Practical strategies, not just awareness.
  • CHADD — Children and Adults with ADHD — research, advocacy, and local support group directory.
  • The Mighty — Community-written stories from people living with mental illness. Reduces isolation.
  • Crisis Text Line — Text HOME to 741741 (US/UK/Canada/Ireland). Free, confidential, 24/7.
  • ADAA — Anxiety and Depression Association of America. Evidence-based resources and self-help tools.

Productivity & Learning Tools

  • Anki — Spaced repetition flashcard system. The most effective method for vocabulary retention — free and open source.
  • Quizlet — Vocabulary flashcards and study games. Huge library of pre-made IELTS and TOEIC decks.
  • DeepL Translator — Significantly more accurate than Google Translate for French-English and academic text.
  • Hemingway Editor — Paste your writing and get instant feedback on readability and clarity. Free browser version.
  • Natural Reader — Text-to-speech tool with natural voices. Useful for listening while reading to improve pronunciation awareness.

All resources listed are free and publicly available. No affiliate relationships unless explicitly stated.