How to stop being shy and start learning a new language
Most of us feel shy at the time of speaking a second language, especially when we are first learning one. Top two reasons why people feel shy when learning a new language: Pronunciation: Students fear using the wrong words or pronouncing a sound wrong. The thought of making a mistake when speaking that might cause our interlocutor to be confused or laugh at us is embarrassing. Fear of speaking in front of others: Stumbling on your words can cause anxiety. Many students have a fear story in their minds that tells them if they do stumble they will look bad in front of others. Fear of looking silly seems to be inherent in human nature. I see many students every week and spend most of my time guiding them through their language learning process and I learn a lot from each one of them. What has caught my attention the most is how often students struggle with fear and embarrassment and the funny thing is that there is nobody else in class but me!!! Well, gu...