Tea's Dream
“English? It’s like learning to drive, only more fun!”
Hi everyone, I’m Tea!
My dream is simple: help anyone learn whatever they want in the most effective way with the least wasted time.
I was never a star student by traditional standards. I didn’t pass the entrance exams for elite schools, never won scholarships, and certainly never topped my class. Back in high school I was labelled “rebellious” just because I refused to copy from the board; if a lesson felt pointless, I would happily switch to another subject on the spot.
Precisely because of that, I understand how learning—done right—can change a person’s life. Knowledge only becomes valuable when it is applied, when it creates meaningful change for ourselves and for other people.
Learning isn’t only about understanding concepts; it’s about being able to do something with them. Some people argue that practice is everything. Others insist theory must come first. Why can’t we have both?
Back in school I wasn’t resisting because I hated studying or disliked my teachers. I simply felt the method was ineffective. I’ve always believed learning should be optimised—focused on what is genuinely useful, helping each of us both understand and execute so that we create real value.
This book is part of that dream: a journey that helps you learn better, faster, and—most importantly—apply what you learn in real life.
I truly believe English isn’t hard. It’s just like learning to drive: practise seriously, follow a clear roadmap, and you will get there. In recent years English has been “oversold,” creating unnecessary pressure. To me, English should return to its essence: an ordinary skill anyone can master.
Why did Tea write this journey?
- I grew up in a family of English teachers, so I’ve seen first-hand that while our starting points differ, anyone can improve with the right approach.
- I learned like an ordinary person, struggling with IELTS before I reached 7.0 and later 8.0. I know what it feels like to lack confidence and not know where to begin.
- I’ve taught for years and witnessed how “viral hacks” send learners in circles. This book is my way of dismantling those misconceptions.
What’s inside the roadmap?
The journey is split into three big parts:
- Part 1 – Busting common myths: We’ll unpack the classic “people say that…” claims that keep you stuck.
- Part 2 – CELTA-inspired self-teaching: The exact way my students and I train speaking, writing, and listening so every hour delivers tangible results.
- Part 3 – Tools & habits to stay on track: Apps, exercises, and time-management tips so you can sustain self-study long term.
Right in Part 1 you can follow the chapters in order, or jump straight to the myth you’re wrestling with:
- Myth #1: Living abroad automatically makes you fluent
- Myth #2: Adults learn English more slowly than kids
- Myth #3: Underlining “keywords” means you understand the text
- Myth #4: The higher the band score you want, the more vocabulary you must cram
- Myth #5: Just write more and your Writing band will rise
- Myth #6: One-on-one lessons always beat group classes
- Myth #7: To improve speaking you must record and listen to yourself constantly
- Myth #8: Accurate pronunciation begins with mastering IPA
- Myth #9: A 5.5 IELTS score is embarrassingly low
- Myth #10: Other people make rapid progress—why can’t I?
- Bonus myth: When the Speaking examiner stops you early, your band is doomed
Each myth comes with real stories, clear analysis, and actionable steps for you to test right away. When you’re ready, move on to Part 2 to design your skill-by-skill practice plan.
I hope this journey helps you worry less, see a clearer roadmap, and—most of all—feel that English is something you can truly make your own. Shall we begin?