It’s Time to Change Your Life | Learn English with Podcast

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Hosts: Ruby & Tim

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Title: It’s Time to Change Your Life | Learn English with Podcast

INTRODUCE

Ruby

Hey everyone, welcome back to English Podcast with Ruby!

Tim

Hey guys! It’s Tim here! So good to have you back!

Ruby

Mm, let me ask you something…

Have you ever felt stuck?

Like you’re running in circles, not really moving forward?

Tim

Aww yeah, I think we’ve all been there at some point, right?

Ruby

If you’re feeling low on motivation or just… stuck in life,

Don’t click away! Stay with us.

Tim

Because today’s episode might just change everything for you.

Ruby

Seriously, sometimes changing just one tiny thing

Can totally change your whole life.

Tim

Mm-hm, and today, we’re diving into one of the most powerful —

but often silent — forces that shape your success or failure.

Ruby

Yep!

We’re talking about… your environment.

Tim

Ooh, it’s gonna be a good one!

Ruby

Mm, before we dive in — quick reminder!

You can always find the full podcast notes and today’s vocabulary for free in the link below.

Tim

Yep, and if you enjoy this episode,

Don’t forget to like the podcast to support us!

Ruby

Share it with a friend who’s on their journey too!

Tim

And leave us a comment —

We’d love to hear your thoughts or what topics you want next!

Ruby

And of course, hit that subscribe button

So you never miss a chance to learn and grow with us!

Let’s jump right in!

PART 1: SMALL ACTIONS CREATE BIG CHANGE

Ruby

Tim, do you ever feel like… you’re just stuck waiting for the “right time” to start something?

Tim

Oh man, all the time!

Like, “I’ll start next Monday,” or “When I feel more ready.”

Ruby

Haha, yeah!

And before you know it… weeks, months, even years go by.

Tim

Mmm, it’s crazy, right?

We’re always waiting for that perfect moment —

but it rarely ever comes.

Ruby

Exactly.

And here’s the thing…

You don’t have to make huge, life-changing moves all at once.

Tim

Yeah, sometimes, it’s just about taking one tiny step today.

Ruby

Let me tell you a little story —

Did you know that if you just take one small step every single day,

By the end of a year, you’ll have moved farther

Than someone who spent all year waiting for “the right moment”?

Tim

Whoa… that’s so real.

One step doesn’t seem like much at first…

But over time?

It’s everything.

Ruby

Exactly.

Small action plus consistency equals massive change.

Tim

Mmm, it’s kinda like planting a seed.

You don’t see the tree overnight —

But if you water it a little every day,

One day, boom — it’s there.

Ruby

Aww, love that!

And honestly?

Waiting for motivation is a trap.

Tim

Yup, if you’re waiting to “feel ready,”

You’re gonna be waiting forever.

Ruby

So don’t wait for inspiration.

Don’t wait for perfection.

Tim

Just start.

Messy.

Awkward.

Small.

Ruby

Because tiny steps today

Are what build unstoppable momentum tomorrow.

Tim

Mm, powerful truth right there.

Ruby

Alright, if you’re listening to this…

This is your sign to start.

Not next week.

Not when you “feel like it.”

Tim

Today.

Right now.

Ruby

Let’s make it happen.

PART 2: THE POWER OF YOUR ENVIRONMENT

Ruby

You know, Tim…

A lot of people think success is all about willpower or working harder.

Tim

Mm, yeah.

Like if you just grind harder, you’ll make it.

Ruby

But here’s something most people don’t realize…

You’re not just shaped by what you do —

You’re shaped by what’s around you.

Tim

Whoa… that hits different.

It’s not just about you — it’s also about your surroundings.

Ruby

Exactly.

There’s this quote I love…

“You are the average of the five people you spend the most time with.”

Tim

Mmm, that’s so true.

Like, if you hang out with five motivated, positive people —

Guess what? You’re gonna level up, too.

Ruby

But if you’re always around negative, complaining, low-energy people…

Tim

Yeah… it’s like, their energy just drags you down without you even noticing.

Ruby

Right!

You start thinking smaller, doubting yourself, feeling stuck —

And it’s not even because of what you did.

It’s because of who you surrounded yourself with.

Tim

That’s kinda scary… but also powerful, right?

Ruby

Totally powerful.

Because it means you can change it.

Tim

Mm-hm.

So let’s break it down —

What actually makes up your “environment”?

Ruby

First, of course… it’s people.

Your friends, your coworkers, even your family.

Tim

Mmm, yeah.

Sometimes it’s the people closest to you who have the biggest impact —

Good or bad.

Ruby

And second… it’s the content you consume.

The books you read.

The videos you watch.

The social media you scroll through every day.

Tim

Aww, yep!

What you feed your mind with matters so much.

Ruby

And third… maybe the most overlooked one…

It’s your mindset.

Tim

Mmm, right.

The way you see yourself and the world around you.

Ruby

If your inner voice is always negative or fearful,

Even a great environment can’t help you much.

Tim

But if you work on your mindset —

Choose better thoughts, build inner strength —

You can create a winning environment inside and out.

Ruby

Exactly.

It’s not just about where you live or who you know.

It’s about what you allow to influence you… every single day.

Tim

Man, that’s deep.

But so empowering.

Ruby

Yeah.

Because once you’re aware of it,

You can start designing an environment that lifts you higher.

Tim

Not one that holds you back.

PART 3: HOW TO BUILD A LIFE-CHANGING ENVIRONMENT

Ruby

Alright, so now that we know how powerful our environment is…

Tim

Mmm, the big question is:

How do we actually build an environment that lifts us up?

Ruby

Exactly!

Let’s break it down step by step.

Step 1: Surround Yourself with Positive Energy

Ruby

First, You gotta surround yourself with positive energy.

Tim

Mmm, love that.

But like, what does that actually look like?

Ruby

Simple.

Start following authors, speakers, creators who inspire you.

Tim

Yeah, like filling your daily feed with motivation instead of negativity.

Ruby

Exactly!

Watch videos, read books, listen to podcasts that lift you up — Every single day.

Tim

Because the more positive stuff you feed your mind,

The stronger you’ll feel — even on tough days.

Ruby

It’s not about “one big inspiration” —

It’s about small doses of positivity that keep you moving forward.

Step 2: Join a Growth Community

Tim

Step two — and this one is huge — Join a community that’s all about growth.

Ruby

Ohh yes! A study group, an English club, a personal development group…

Tim

Anywhere people are working on themselves. You wanna be there.

Ruby

Because the power of a group can push you 10 times farther

Than trying to do it all alone.

Tim

Mmm, so true.

When you’re around people chasing their dreams,

You feel braver chasing yours.

Ruby

And when you stumble, they’re there to pick you up, cheer you on.

Tim

That’s priceless, honestly.

Step 3: Cut the Negative Noise

Ruby

Alright… step three might feel a little tough —

But it’s necessary.

Tim

Let me guess…

Cutting out the negative stuff?

Ruby

Bingo. Limit the time you spend around people who complain, criticize, or drain your energy.

Tim

Mmm, yeah.

Negative energy is like secondhand smoke —

You don’t even realize how much it’s hurting you until you step away.

Ruby

And not just people —

Be mindful of the content you consume, too.

Tim

Yeah, like mindless scrolling through bad news or toxic social media…

Ruby

Exactly.

Protect your mental space like it’s precious — because it is.

Personal Story: Erin’s Journey

Tim

You know, that reminds me of a story about one of our listeners — Erin.

Ruby

Ohh yeah, Erin’s story is amazing.

Tim

When Erin first started learning English,

She was studying all alone…

And she felt super stuck and unmotivated.

Ruby

Yeah, she thought something was wrong with her —

Like she wasn’t “good enough” to learn.

Tim

But then… she made one simple change.

Ruby

She joined a small online study group.

Just a few people learning together, encouraging each other.

Tim

And guess what?

With that support, Erin’s progress skyrocketed way beyond what she ever expected.

Ruby

Mmm, it’s such a beautiful reminder —

Sometimes, the right environment changes everything.

Tim

Not because you suddenly become a “different person” —

But because you’re finally in a space that helps you grow.

Ruby

Exactly.

You don’t have to do it alone.

PART 4: REAL-LIFE EXAMPLES OF ENVIRONMENT POWER

Ruby

Alright, Tim —

So we’ve been talking about how your environment shapes your life…

Tim

Yeah, and it’s already feeling super real to me.

Ruby

But you know what?

It’s not just theory.

Some of the most successful people in the world prove this every day.

Tim

Mm-hm, real life examples coming right up!

4.1 Oprah Winfrey: Escaping a Negative Environment

Ruby

First up — Oprah Winfrey.

You know her, right?

Tim

Of course!

Queen of inspiration.

Ruby

Exactly.

But what a lot of people don’t know is —

Oprah grew up in a really tough, negative environment.

Tim

Yeah…

Poverty, a lot of hardship, and so much negativity around her.

Ruby

But here’s the amazing part —

She didn’t let that environment define her future.

Tim

Mmm, love that.

Ruby

Oprah made a decision.

She left that toxic space…

And she built a circle of friends, mentors, and role models who believed in growth, kindness, and excellence.

Tim

And look at her now —

She’s one of the most powerful, positive voices in the world.

Ruby

It’s not just about “working hard” —

It’s about building the right environment to thrive.

4.2 Steve Jobs: Building a Genius Environment

Tim

Another powerful example —

Steve Jobs.

Ruby

Ooh, I love this one.

Tim

You might think Jobs was a genius because he was super smart —

But here’s the truth:

He intentionally surrounded himself with people even smarter than him.

Ruby

Yeah!

He wasn’t afraid to hire the best —

People who challenged him, who pushed ideas to the next level.

Tim

And that’s how Apple became a creativity powerhouse.

It wasn’t just Steve’s brain —

It was the environment he carefully built.

Ruby

Exactly.

Genius doesn’t happen in isolation.

It happens in the right environment.

Tim

And if Steve Jobs and Oprah Winfrey needed a powerful environment to succeed…

Ruby

Then hey —

Maybe that’s the secret ingredient we all need, too.

Tim

Aww, that gives me chills.

Because it means…

If they could do it, we can too.

Ruby

Absolutely.

You are not stuck.

You can design an environment that lifts you higher — starting today.

PART 5: TAKE ACTION — RIGHT NOW!

Ruby

Alright…

We’ve talked a lot about ideas today.

Tim

Mm-hm.

But you know what?

Nothing changes if you don’t take action.

Ruby

Exactly.

So let’s not just think about it —

Let’s do something together, right now.

Tim

Yeah, let’s make this real!

Ruby

Okay, wherever you are —

Grab a piece of paper, or open the notes app on your phone.

Tim

Yep, it doesn’t have to be fancy.

Just something to write on.

Ruby

Ready?

Here are three simple but powerful questions.

Take a deep breath… and answer them honestly.

Ruby

Question 1

First — Who are the five people you spend the most time with?

Tim

Mm, think about it.

Friends, coworkers, family…

Who’s really around you, day after day?

Ruby

Question 2

Second —

Are these people lifting you up…

Or are they pulling you down?

Tim

Be real with yourself.

No judgment, just awareness.

Ruby

Because awareness is the first step to change.

Ruby

Question 3

And third — What’s one small action you can take today To improve your environment?

Tim

Maybe it’s reaching out to someone positive.

Maybe it’s spending less time with someone negative.

Ruby

Maybe it’s joining a new community, or unfollowing a toxic account online.

Tim

It doesn’t have to be huge.

Just one tiny step — today.

Ruby

Because small steps, taken consistently,

Are what lead to a massive life change.

Tim

Mmm… this is powerful stuff.

Ruby

Yeah.

If you just take five minutes to answer these questions…

You’re already creating a shift inside you.

Tim

And that shift?

That’s how transformation begins.

Ruby

Right here.

Right now.

Tim

You’ve got this.

Ruby

We believe in you.

PART 6: A POWERFUL MESSAGE OF INSPIRATION

Ruby

Before we wrap up…

I want to leave you with something that I truly believe in.

Tim

Yeah, this is the part where you need to really listen.

It’s gonna hit deep.

Ruby

You might not have control over where you were born,

But you do have control over where you’re going.

Tim

Mmm.

And that’s so powerful.

Because no matter your past,

You have the power to create your future.

Ruby

Every small action you take today is like laying down a brick —

Building the foundation of the life you dream of.

Tim

It’s not about some big leap.

It’s about those small steps, every single day.

Ruby

So, no matter where you are right now…

Know that you have the power to change your life.

Tim

Yes!

You can build a life that reflects the best version of you.

Ruby

And I believe in you.

You’ve got what it takes.

Tim

If this video resonated with you —

If it sparked something inside you,

Take a moment.

Ruby

Like this video.

Leave a comment telling us one small action you’re going to take today.

Tim

And don’t forget to subscribe.

There’s more to come, and I don’t want you to miss out.

Ruby

Oh, and by the way…

If you want the free action guide,

The link is in the description. Free for you

Tim

We’re so excited for you to start this journey.

Ruby

Remember —

Every day is a new chance to create the life you deserve.

Let’s go!

Tim

Before we wrap up, let’s take a moment to go over some key vocabulary from today’s episode. These words will help you reinforce everything we’ve talked about, and make sure you can use them in your own life to start building the environment you want. Let’s dive into them!

VocabularyDefinitionExample
EnvironmentThe surroundings or conditions in which a person, animal, or plant lives or operates.“Your environment plays a huge role in shaping who you become.”
ActionThe fact or process of doing something in order to achieve a result.“Small actions every day lead to big changes in the long run.”
InspirationA feeling of enthusiasm or excitement that gives you the motivation to do something.“Oprah found inspiration from positive mentors, which helped her rise above her past.”
MotivationThe reason or reasons one has for acting or behaving in a particular way.“Find your motivation to start working on your goals, even if it’s just one small step at a time.”
CommunityA group of people who share a common interest or goal.“Joining a supportive community can push you toward success much faster.”
PositiveFull of optimism or hope, creating a good environment for growth.“Surround yourself with positive people to stay motivated.”
NegativeBeing unfavorable, pessimistic, or detrimental to progress.“Negative thoughts and influences can hold you back from reaching your full potential.”
GrowthThe process of increasing in size, development, or improvement.“Constant growth is the result of consistent positive actions.”
ChallengeA task or situation that tests someone’s abilities.“Working with people who challenge you will help you grow and expand your mindset.”
SupportTo give help, encouragement, or approval.“The support of a good community can make all the difference when you feel stuck.”
SuccessThe accomplishment of an aim or purpose.“Success doesn’t happen overnight — it’s built over time with consistent effort.”
OpportunityA set of circumstances that makes it possible to do something.“Being in the right environment creates more opportunities for success.”
ToxicHarmful or poisonous to your well-being or progress.“Toxic environments can drain your energy and stop you from progressing.”
TransformationA complete change or conversion, especially one that is positive.“Small changes can lead to a huge transformation in your life.”
DecisionThe action or process of making choices or selecting an option.“Your decision to change your environment today can change the direction of your future.”

Now, take a moment to review these words. Feel free to pause the podcast and write them down. Remember, using these words in your daily conversations will help reinforce the changes you’re making in your environment, and help you move closer to your goals every day.

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