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The 3 Key Conditions for Language Learning: Motivation, Opportunity, and Ability

Is it taking you a long time to learn English? You’re not alone. The hard truth is that you need a combination of opportunity, motivation, and ability to learn a new language. Are you in a good learning environment? Are you motivated to learn? Do you know what your strengths and weaknesses are? These are some of the fundamental questions you should ask yourself before you decide if NOW is a good time for you to learn a second or third language. And there is good news for people who think they are “not good at learning languages.” Even if you are older or not as strong at grammar or speaking as other learners, a good environment and strong motivation can still help you learn just as fast or faster than other people. Remember: We all have our strengths and weaknesses. It’s what we do with that knowledge that is important. This is a long description because this is a delicate and important topic. I want people to watch this video and not feel frustrated, but to feel informed and empowered to make good decisions about their English learning journey. So, watch the video, leave a comment, and I’ll do my best to reply.

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