Practice is vital but there's more to it than that. It's not just practice you need, but rather, according to Anders Ericsson, deliberate practice. more »
Don't give up learning, don't criticize yourself - just be kind to yourself, throw caution to the wind, and make mistakes. It's a marathon, not a sprint. more »
Being self-conscious about making mistakes in your foreign language is counter-productive, so don't be. I know it's easier said than done, I've been there. more »
The real peril when learning Spanish, or any language, is getting demotivated before you get to the magic. So the secret to learning is to stay motivated. more »
Think of learning a language a bit like climbing a tall but not-too-steep mountain. The first part is the hardest: it's all bad weather and slog. more »
When taking an official Spanish test, there's more to think about than just your Spanish knowledge: you need to be both mentally and physically prepared. more »
