Any kind of study can be stressful. Whether you’re cramming for a finals in college or trying to memorize language phrases for next month’s trip, the pressure is on you to perform. And managing that stress is key to keeping your wits while you go through your lessons.
- Use it in the real-world as soon as possible. The longer you wait, the bigger your fear of using it is going to grow. Get over the hurdle of using the language early and you’ll realize there was nothing to really be afraid of.
- Work on a reasonable schedule. If you take 8 hours of language lessons a day and feel exhausted at the end of the week, don’t be surprised — you’re going a bit overboard. Instead of getting greedy early, start slow and add hours gradually until you find your tipping point.
- Don’t worry about grammar. Grammar, regardless of language, can be confusing. Don’t dwell on it. Instead, focus on memorizing phrases and using them in practice exercises. Doing so requires less stress and can actually be enjoyable, compared to the textbook feeling that grammar studies will bestow upon you.
- Don’t put so much pressure on yourself. Trust that if you follow the material and do the exercises, you’ll progress. It’s a much better strategy than constantly worrying about where you are in an imaginary scale and comparing yourself to others.
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