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As a TEDx speaker, applied linguist, 10-time award-winning author, and sudden cardiac arrest survivor, Dr. Adams gives audiences more than inspiration. She gives them language, frameworks, and action.

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Are you looking for a way to learn a new language but can’t make it to classes or find an online program that fits your schedule? Is learning on your own something that would fit better into your busy lifestyle? If so, then it’s time to take matters into your own hands.


Self-taught language learning can seem daunting, but it is an achievable goal if you have the right mindset and strategies.


So if you’re ready for this challenge, here are effective ways to learn a language on your own:

Cuss it—it improves your communication skills

One of the best ways to learn a language is by immersing yourself in the community—and what better way to do that than by getting down and dirty with some cuss words? It’s not just about learning how to swear; it’s about learning how people colorfully express themselves in real life. 

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Learning Success Strategist | Ivy-League Educated Linguist and Principal Consultant, Edlinguist Solutions | Author, “Me Power“