I think for many learners, English is something you studied at school and then slowly forgot over the years. For Danjello, a German traveller exploring the world in his motorhome, English became essential again when he met fellow travellers from many different countries.
After noticing his English had grown rusty while travelling, Danjello joined the Thinking in English community with a clear goal: to speak more fluently and comfortably.
In this member spotlight, Danjello shares his English journey, his love of creativity and travel, and why the Thinking in English Conversation Club became a rare exception to his dislike of online communities.
Name: Danjello
Native Language: German
Thinking in English Patreon Tier: English Learner (2+ years)
Tell us a bit about yourself…
I’m from Germany and currently unemployed, because I am exploring the world. I love travelling in my motorhome, and for longer distances I take planes.
My hobbies are creating things. For example, I make figures out of trash that I collect on beaches. Or write travel diaries combined with photos. I have been meditating for about six years and trying to grow in a spiritual way.
How long have you been learning English, and what has your journey been like?
I started learning English in the fifth class, but it wasn’t practical. Later in life, I noticed while traveling that my English had become rusty. This was the point when I joined the TIE-Community.
I never attended test or anything similar, as I do this only for a private reasons and I don’t like stress!
What are your main goals with English?
My goal in English is to be fluent in conversations.
Why did you join the Thinking in English Patreon?
To participate the Conversation Club
What is your favourite part of your Patreon membership?
I love to communicate with the other members.
Would you recommend Thinking in English to others?
Yes, I have done it, because the podcast is interesting and helpful for learning.
I have never been a part of an internet community before and to be be honest, I don’t like communities. With one major exception: Thinking in English.
Tom’s Comment…
Danjello has been one of our most consistent and committed Conversation Club participants over the past 2 (maybe more) years. I have become used to seeing Danjello on Tuesdays and Thursdays, and genuinely enjoy listening to his stories in our events!
In fact, I’m often jealous of his travels. Last year, he was telling a group how he had been to 14 countries in the past few months, travelling in his motorhome and meeting people along the way. And this is why English conversation practice is so important to Danjello.
If you want to improve your spoken English without stress, practise real conversations, and connect with supportive learners from around the world, just like Danjello, the Thinking in English Patreon is the perfect place to start.
Through our Conversation Clubs, you can use English naturally, build fluency at your own pace, and become part of a community that values curiosity, creativity, and real communication.
Join the Thinking in English Patreon today and take part in the conversation… wherever in the world you are!
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