Hi Language Buddy!

I want to take a moment to revisit a concept that I believe is essential for successful language learning - the Swiss cheese method. This approach basically focuses on capitalizing on the small pockets of time you have available throughout the day, say 10 minutes here, 10 minutes there, instead of trying to carve out larger chunks of time for study.

Putting this approach into practice can not only make language learning more realistic for your busy schedule, but also help ensure you maintain interest and stay on track with your goals. This concept feeds into a broader theme that I hold dear - the power of continual progress. It's far better to maintain steady, small steps forward than to aim for something grandiose and perhaps even delusional, which you may struggle to commit to in reality.

I remember a time when I set myself the lofty goal of reviewing 200 words and adding 20 new sentences daily to my flashcards. Eventually, this became so draining that I found myself putting off the task for a week or two at a time. In response, I halved my goal to 10 new sentences and 100 reviews a day. This was initially demotivating - it meant my end goal would take twice as long to reach. But, with this more realistic target, I was able to complete my task every day more consistently. I realized it was more important to have a high-quality learning experience rather than racing against some arbitrary deadline.

The message I want to emphasize is that continual progress is more effective than trying to find large chunks of study time. And don't be disheartened if you miss a week - the beauty of online language lessons is that they ensure you get some practice and study time in. These sessions can also serve to boost your motivation levels and prepare you for the week ahead, even when the previous week didn't go as planned.

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