We often tell ourselves harsh things the moment an obstacle appears:
« frustrated »
« blocked »
« frozen »
« impolite »
« incorrect »
It’s true: these words feel hard and negative 💭.
They make us focus on what’s “wrong” or what we can’t do.
But here’s the secret: their harshness is actually a positive signal. Behind each “negative” word is your deep desire to exist, be seen, and grow in French. ✨
💬 “I feel impolite when I don’t know what to answer…”
That silence isn’t impoliteness — it’s your wish to participate speaking through the discomfort.
💬 “I feel frustrated because I can’t be myself…”
That frustration is a light pushing you forward, a sign that your desire to communicate is alive and strong.
💬 “I get blocked when someone speaks to me…”
A block may feel heavy, but it’s not a wall — it’s a door waiting to be opened to a new path. 🚪
🌱 Step by step, you’re already moving forward — it’s anything but being blocked.
🌞 Every little word you learn is a spark.
🚪 Every difficulty can open into a new path… if you have the key.
And this key is what I give you: warm guidance, motivation, and the essentials to spark your French breakthrough.
✨ You are not “incorrect.”
You are simply on your way, and I’m here to walk this path with you.
Not Speaking French Yet : 8 Key Phrases
To help you speak from the very beginning and gain confidence, here are 8 simple phrases you can use in everyday situations. Each phrase includes its English translation:
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Désolée, je ne comprends pas. → Sorry, I don’t understand.
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Je ne parle pas encore français. → I don’t speak French yet.
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Est-ce que vous parlez un peu anglais ? → Do you speak a little English?
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Pourriez-vous parler plus lentement, s’il vous plaît ? → Could you speak more slowly, please?
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J’apprends le français, mais c’est encore un peu difficile. → I’m learning French, but it’s still a little difficult.
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Pouvez-vous répéter, s’il vous plaît ? → Can you repeat, please?
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Je ne sais pas comment dire ça en français. → I don’t know how to say this in French.
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Merci pour votre patience ! → Thank you for your patience!
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Every phrase you say is a small victory, a step closer to freedom and confidence in French
Even your blocks and difficult moments are doors waiting to be opened toward progress and motivation.
I support expat women, companions of professional rugby players in France, and the players themselves, and I put my work at the service of your confidence here, helping you learn French in a practical and useful way.
So don’t hesitate to write to me, and talk to you very soon!
Faustine
