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Using Self Study to Heal From Past Traumatic Academic Experiences

Hi Language Buddy!

In this post, I want to discuss self-study in language learning and how it can be a healing experience, especially if you've had traumatic or negative experiences with formal education in the past.

During my time in school, I found that my learning style was ill-suited to the traditional classroom format. For example, I'm a very visual learner, and I struggled with the auditory nature of most classroom instruction. Teachers would move past important points too quickly, and I wasn't able to pause, rewind, or review the material at my own pace. This made learning, particularly language learning, a frustrating and miserable experience for me.

Now that I've discovered the benefits of self-study in language learning, I've found it to be both instructive and healing. With self-study, you can learn at your own pace, choose your own materials, and decide when and how to study. This flexibility allows for a more enjoyable and personalized learning experience.

If you haven't enjoyed your previous language learning experiences, I encourage you to explore self-study as an adult. It can be a healing way to overcome the challenges and traumas from your past learning experiences.

So, give self-study a try and see how it can transform your language learning journey. You might just find it to be the key to unlocking an enjoyable and fulfilling learning experience.

Happy studying!