AEE 2522: What to Say When You Lose Your Train of Thought

In this episode of the All Ears English podcast, Aubrey and Lindsay discuss what to say when you lose your train of thought in English conversations. They emphasize the importance of maintaining connection by using phrases that prompt the other person to help you remember what you were saying, such as "What was I saying?" or "Where was I?". They also provide tips on how to handle situations where neither person remembers the topic, suggesting phrases like "It must not have been important" or "Never mind, it’ll come back to me" to smoothly transition the conversation. The hosts highlight the collaborative nature of conversations and the importance of active listening to avoid awkward pauses and maintain a positive connection. They also recommend checking out their recent episode on grammar mistakes and false starts for more insights into real, unscripted English.