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Ep196. ft. Francoise Rault - Why Adults & Teenagers Struggle to Learn Languages (Part 2)
Why can students pass exams… but freeze in real conversations? In Part 2, we dive into the deeper psychological and systemic barriers that hold learners back. From fear of making mistakes to unrealistic expectations about fluency, this episode exposes the myths that continue to shape language education. We explore why motivation fades, why speaking feels so difficult, and why perfect grammar is not the key to real communication. If you’ve ever felt confident on paper but lost in real life, this episode will give you clarity—and a more realistic, empowering path forward.
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