When did "native" become the benchmark?It's 2025, and someone told me my accent wasn't native enough—for a project similar to many I've delivered before.It hurt. I started doubting myself.And maybe you've been there too—wondering if your English is "good enough," or worse, feeling like you have to sound native.Here's what I realized:You don't need to sound native to be valuable.You have the right to stand up for your work and your voice.You're allowed to ask, to negotiate, and to take up space.If you've ever felt small because of your accent, you're not alone.The real problem isn't how you sound—it's how others expect you to sound.What do you think? Let's talk in the comments.Ready to practice English and build real confidence in conversation? Let's do it together.Website: ⁠⁠⁠www.cinthiafigueroa.com⁠⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@soycinthiafigueroa⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠Cinthia Figueroa⁠⁠

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