By Sarah Wheeler, M.Ed., M.S. The Critical Moment There's a particular moment that comes for many professional interpreters, usually somewhere between year five and year ten, when they look up from the work and realize they can't quite remember who they were before they found themselves in the center of other people's stories. You remember the passion that drew you to interpreting. The fascination with language. The desire to bridge different worlds. The profound satisfaction

Epistemic humility is the recognition that our knowledge is always incomplete, shaped by context, and in relationship with others.

Starting over isn’t starting from scratch, it’s starting from experience. Inspired by my sister’s journey, this reflection explores what it means to begin again with presence, curiosity, and courage.

In a world where traditional classrooms are being replaced by curated digital experiences, online workshops are leading a revolution in skill development. Whether you're sipping coffee in your kitchen or logging in from across the globe, today’s virtual platforms offer more than convenience—they offer connection, community, and purpose-driven growth.

In the rapidly shifting landscape of interpreting, something profound is unfolding. We are being asked to evolve—not to focus on linguistic transfer alone, but to interpret emotions, context, and the full complexity of human presence.

As interpreters, presence isn’t just a skill—it’s the foundation of our work. But what if I told you that presence does more than improve yo

It suggests that this creative adaptability isn't just a "nice-to-have." It's fundamental. It’s how your unique, multilingual brain is wired

If we want to last in this work—if we want to do it well—we need to understand that empathy isn’t just a feeling. It’s a framework. And it h

In his book Supercommunicators, Charles Duhigg uncovers the science behind powerful communication—emphasizing the importance of EI.

In the whirlwind world of interpreting, sometimes your best tool is stillness. Yup, that pause you think is just a luxury?

es you to be fully present, navigate emotional undercurrents, and maintain clear communication under stress.

So the next time doubt creeps in, remind yourself: I am here. I belong. I am capable. Because you are.

You're not alone. In today's social media-driven world, many of us crave external validation—a quick fix that can leave us feeling empty.

Embrace these little acts of self-awareness and watch your interpreting game—and your own well-being—rise to the next level.

We are conditioned to view age as a point of decline or limitation, especially in a field like interpreting.

Greatness in interpreting is deeply personal and transformative, affecting every nuanced exchange.

Discover the transformative power of discipline, turning into habit and how emotional intelligence can facilitate this journey.

Stay centered amidst emotional currents, and transform every interpreting encounter into an opportunity for personal connection.

Interpreting isn’t just about transferring information from one language to another—it’s about ensuring meaning is fully conveyed in a way t

As an interpreter, my work often places me in high-pressure situations where emotions run deep, and every word counts. Throughout my...