The chapter explores the rewards of not being fluent in a language, emphasizing the values of humility, appreciation, and self-improvement. The speaker reflects on the joy of progress and heightened awareness in communication while still in the process of mastering a new language.
We all know that speaking a language fluently has tons of advantages. Better communication! New friendships! Less misunderstandings! Life is easier when you understand everyone around you, no doubt. But today, I wanted to think of it from a COMPLETELY different perspective. What are the advantages of NOT being fluent in a language? I’ve noticed quite a few things that I’ve experienced since moving to Spain where I can’t understand everything that’s being spoken around me…and that’s what I want to share with you today.