Elizabeth Bruckner failed ten times to learn French. It wasn’t until she began exploring the online language community that she finally learned French… in her 40s. She’s since gone on to successfully learn German and Spanish and is now one of the coaches of the Fluent in 3 Months Challenge.In this episode, we chat with Elizabeth about her experiences learning a language in her 40s, the brain and language learning, how to overcome our inner gremlins and Elizabeth gives you a taste of what it’s like to get coached in the Fluent in 3 Months Challenge.We actually guarantee that anyone who completes the Fluent in 3 Months Challenge will have a 15-minute conversation in their new language after 90 days of learning. You can find out more here.Featured ResourcesSpeak in a WeekFluent in 3 Months ChallengeitalkiMentioned in this EpisodeElizabeth’s failed attempts at learning languagesBenny’s Rosetta Stone reviewSpeak in a WeekFluent in 3 Months ChallengeitalkiAssimilAnkiMichel ThomasGoldlist MethodElizabeth’s InstagramElizabeth’s acupuncture practiceEpisode OverviewSome of the topics brought up during the interview are:Learning languages later in lifeFinding the desire to learn languagesUsing neuroscience to help with learningHow to stop making emotional excuses and finally learn a languageThe biggest language learning gremlins to overcomeThe importance of community in language learningCreating systems and paths to push you towards your language learningAn inside look at coaching in the Fluent in 3 Months ChallengeAdvice for the most common stumbling blocks for language learnersFinding language giantsWhy there’s no one path to learning a languagePodcast theme: “A New Beginning” by Shannon KennedyJoin Our PatreonEnjoy the podcast? Subscribe to our Patreon to get access to bonus content and monthly exclusives.

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