This category shares insights from my personal journey to learn Spanish — a commitment I made after retiring in 2019, following 35 years of nonstop work. I’m not here to teach the language; instead, I offer the tools, approaches, and sources that have made my own learning process enjoyable, sustainable, and mentally engaging.
These posts explore the methods, resources, and mindset shifts that helped me build steady progress poco a poco (little by little), and they’re meant to be adaptable to any language you choose to pursue.
Whether you’re starting fresh, returning after a long break, or simply curious about how others approach language learning, I hope you’ll find something here that’s useful, encouraging, or inspiring for your own journey.
“Progress begins the moment your goal becomes specific.”
“It does not matter how slowly you go as long as you do not stop.” — Confucius
“When life finally gives you time, learning becomes a gift you give yourself.”