From Lost To The River
From Lost to the River guides Spanish-speaking professionals past fear, self-doubt, and perfectionism to speak English with confidence. Richard Marshall blends personal stories, mindset strategies, and expert insights to help learners break emotional barriers, embrace mistakes, and communicate naturally in business and everyday life.
Episodes
Every time you try to speak, something inside holds you back. You overthink. You fear mistakes. You imagine others judging you - so you stay quiet.
But what if that voice in your head isn't trying to sabotage you? What if it's actually trying to protect you?
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Still overthinking your English in meetings, even after years of classes? Finance Manager Nines López explains why grammar-heavy English learning keeps capable Spanish professionals stuck, silent, and second-guessing themselves, and what actually builds real speaking confidence at work.
We explore why textbook English rarely translates into real-world fluency, and how a conversation-first, identity-led approach helps professionals ...
Learn more at procoachenglish.com. In this extract from 'Me da vergüenza hablar', language coach Nacho Fernández shares strategies to overcome hesitation and speak English confidently, even when you fear making mistakes.
Nacho and I discuss how real communication beats grammar perfection. You’ll learn practical ways to build English confidence, including listening to podcasts, watching movies, and other immersive media (even passiv...
Today, I'm speaking once again with English teacher and Instagram & TikTok sensation Alba Guerrero González about why so many Spanish professionals feel confident on paper but insecure in real conversations.
Alba returns to the podcast after her episode How To Speak English With Confidence became the most streamed so far on From Lost to the River. In this conversation, she explains how titulitis, external pressure, and exam-or...
Here's my new website: procoachenglish.com: Many Spanish speakers speak excellent English yet still feel judged, insecure, or hesitant in meetings. If you’ve ever second‑guessed yourself after someone asked you to repeat what you just said, this short episode will help you see why it’s not your fault, and how to rebuild your confidence.
I explore the hidden variables in communication that have nothing to do with your grammar or acc...
Visit my website for more info: procoachenglish.com. If you’ve ever felt your English vanish the moment someone hesitates or looks confused, you’re not alone. We’ve all felt that drop in confidence when suddenly everything we know seems to disappear.
In this Spanish-only extract from my conversation with language coach and author Daniele Ponzo.
We explore why so many people freeze when speaking English, and how to move past the fea...
Visit my website 'procoachenglish.com'. In this short clip from 'The Psychology Behind Real English Confidence', language coach Daniele Ponzo shares the honest truth about perfectionism, fear of mistakes, and the pressure to “sound right.” You’ll hear how one simple mindset shift, from perfection to presence, helped him move past fear and speak naturally in meetings, interviews, and everyday life.
Visit my website for more info: procoachenglish.com. If you’re a driven Spanish professional who freezes in English or fears being judged, this episode is for you. Daniele Ponzo, former IT manager turned language coach and author, explains how to swap perfectionism for presence so you can speak naturally, be heard in meetings, and lead with confidence.
Daniele and I explore the emotional side of language: why imposter syndrome, sch...
Visit my website for more info: procoachenglish.com: I used to stress over every word, constantly worrying that my Spanish wasn’t “good enough.” In this episode, I explore how to reframe that fear and build confidence by focusing on what you can already do. When language is used as a tool to communicate (rather than to prove yourself) everything starts to flow more naturally.
We look at why perfectionism so often holds people back,...
Visit my website for more info: procoachenglish.com: Hoy, me acompaña Nacho Fernández, coach de español. Hablamos sobre bloqueos mentales como el miedo y el perfeccionismo, y exploramos cómo el coaching, la escucha pasiva y hablar desde el primer día pueden ayudarte a ganar verdadera confianza, rápidamente. I speak Spanish on this one too!
If you're ready for personalised support then you can reach out and book a call with me here ...
Visit my website for more info: procoachenglish.com. I’ll never forget the day the Amazon delivery guy asked, “¿Quieres ver mi carne?” 😮 Fresh in Spain and still learning Spanish, I thought he wanted to see… my meat!
What followed was a hilarious mix-up that taught me a big lesson: mistakes aren’t just inevitable, they’re essential for growth.
In this episode, I share how embracing language mistakes (and even awkward, funny ones) ...
Visit my website for more info: procoachenglish.com. Here is a funny story from my early days in Spain when my basic Spanish skills led to a hilarious mix-up at the butcher's! It’s a lighthearted reminder that making mistakes is a natural part of learning and often leads to the best memories.
Watch it with subtitles here on YouTube
What You’ll Learn in This Episode: I share how everyday language mishaps (like mispronouncing the wor...
Visit my website for more info: procoachenglish.com. Today I'm chatting with English Teacher, Alba Guerrero González about why fluency beats perfection when speaking English. We discuss Spanish learners' biggest struggles, overcoming fear, and why mistakes are your best teachers. Follow Alba on Instagram & Tik Tok and watch her super cool English learning tips & tricks. Mil gracias por tu tiempo Alba!
Visit my website for more info: procoachenglish.com. In this deeply personal ‘off-camera’ conversation with Sarah Smit, I share how the pandemic forced me to rethink my path. How my frustrations with Spain brought out a darker, more negative side of my personality. And how transforming this negativity has shaped me, allowing me to ultimately find my purpose: helping others break free from their fears of communicating in English. Fr...
Visit my website for more info: procoachenglish.com. Here’s an extract from my conversation with Sarah Smit, a polyglot and language expert who knows firsthand what it takes to go from zero to fluent, because she did just that while living in the Netherlands for over a decade. We discuss the mindset shifts that truly build confidence in a second language and how my empathy for my clients’ experiences forms the foundation of my coac...
Visit my website for more info: procoachenglish.com. Today, I’m speaking with my client, Miguel Ángel Carrasco Delgado, COO of PRG (Toys R Us & Prenatal), who has nearly 40 years of experience working with top brands like Sephora. He shares how he overcame the fear of making mistakes and built confidence in using English for business. We explore the key mindset shifts that boosted his confidence, along with practical tips for S...
Visit my website for more info: procoachenglish.com. Struggling with your accent? You’re not alone. In this episode, we break down why perfection is overrated and how real communication is the main objective. Hear insights from Alberto Rodríguez on the Spanish-English pronunciation clash and why confidence matters more than flawless speech. Follow me on Linkedin for more English confidence tips!
Visit my website for more info: procoachenglish.com. In this episode, I talk about how perfectionism can stop us from improving in a new language. I’ll share my personal journey of accepting my accent and occasional mistakes in Spanish, and how this mindset shift can help you embrace your unique voice in English.
When you accept your English as it is today, you’ll feel more confident, speak up more, and improve faster. Even us nati...
Visit my website for more info: procoachenglish.com. Aqui tienes un extracto del capítulo 3. Here I explore how our fear of making mistakes and worrying about others’ reactions can create false beliefs about our abilities.
It’s so common for us to assume that others won’t understand us (before we even try), or that our language skills aren’t "good enough" - but this is just F.E.A.R.: False Evidence Appearing Real.
There are many fa...
Visit my website for more info: procoachenglish.com. En este extracto del primer capítulo, abordo la lucha de sentir que "no eres lo suficientemente bueno" ("not good enough") al hablar inglés y por qué es hora de cambiar esa mentalidad. A continuación, algunos puntos claves que aprenderás:
- Tu nivel de inglés es mejor de lo que piensas.
- La comunicación es más importante...
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