I start Thai language school next week. The last time I learned another language to the point of proficiency was when I studied Arabic in grad school - as part of my MA, a post-grad fellowship abroad, then working as a translator, etc.
This time, I’m doing it simply because I live in a place (Thailand!) and want to speak, read, and write the language (plus qualify for a long-term education visa in the process). Grades, exams, and degrees don’t count anymore. But the perfectionist student in me will likely struggle to remember that and to bring a lighter touch.
Amen!
Probably everything. Sorry, I do not believe in perfection nor seeking perfection.
Love it! Or seeking imperfection perfectly?
That’s perfect!!
Letting go and giving myself permission to enjoy a few hours to myself instead of doing something useful.
That could be the hardest task out there.
Trying to learn notes. Obviously imperfect.
Oh, yes. And it's always changing.
My cat says everything. She’s always right.🐈😾
100%
Substack and writing because perfectionism kills creative output :)
1000%
Learning to tie a bow tie. Will be posting on this in the next few days😂
Keep us updated.
Write. Most definitely.
Yes!
I’ve been posting imperfectly this month - worrying less about hours of editing and more about following inspiration. It’s been a good practice!
Wonderful!
Well, probably everything. But I give myself permission to not please everyone all the time.
Summer! So great to see you. Everything works.
Dot my teas 🫖 and cross my eyes 🤪
Hilarious.
Imperfect? Everything except maybe waking up. So far that seems to be working perfectly.
[laughing]
Thanks! Maybe I should have added "falling asleep." I do that extremely well. if not perfectly. 😉
I left perfect behind ages ago. I will do my best and that is good enough.
I start Thai language school next week. The last time I learned another language to the point of proficiency was when I studied Arabic in grad school - as part of my MA, a post-grad fellowship abroad, then working as a translator, etc.
This time, I’m doing it simply because I live in a place (Thailand!) and want to speak, read, and write the language (plus qualify for a long-term education visa in the process). Grades, exams, and degrees don’t count anymore. But the perfectionist student in me will likely struggle to remember that and to bring a lighter touch.
That is amazing. And Arabic? Wow.
I am going to put an offer out :-)
Imperfectly - it's time!
Do it!
Long Covid helps me do everything imperfectly! I'm all set!
Feel better too!
I feel decent most days. Mainly it's a matter of taking breathers when my brain gets overstimulated.