I can read Portuguese perfectly but when people speak it rapidly I understand nothing and I feel stupid despite knowing I am intelligent.
More people experience this than they realize.
The uneven development of language abilities creates internal conflict between intellectual self-concept and functional reality.
“Where Are You with Second language acquisition theory?”
Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.
If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.