Jana Grezova

Mindful Learning: Busting Language Anxiety

New Year, New Language Summit 2024

Advanced: Taking Your Language Skills to the Next Level

NYNL 2024 was built for learners past the intermediate stage chasing genuine fluency and near-native proficiency.

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About this session

Yana Grozova shares mindful techniques to conquer language anxiety, self-doubt, and imposter syndrome. Learn to overcome stress in high-stakes situations and boost your confidence, regardless of your proficiency level.

Key takeaways

  • The true challenge in language learning often lies in overcoming your own mental barriers and stepping out of your comfort zone.
  • Mindful language learning offers techniques to conquer communication anxiety, boost focus, and build confidence.
  • Language anxiety, self-doubt, and stress can persist even at advanced proficiency levels, impacting performance in high-stakes situations.
  • Imposter syndrome is prevalent among high-proficiency speakers, stemming from increased awareness of knowledge gaps and potential mistakes.
  • Addressing negative feelings like anxiety and self-doubt is crucial, as they significantly affect fluency and overall language performance.

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