@whatamidoing, your testimony is a great motivation to learn new languages. It is complex, sometimes, or because of lack of time, or lack of will or because we do not apply the necessary dedication. With your example, it is clear that wanting is power. When you want to reach a goal you do everything possible to go after it. You made it. I was surprised by the short time you learned Mandarin, what was it due to? Will it be easier than any other language? Did you put more interest? It would be interesting to know your answer. Your contribution with the publications that you promise to help those who want to learn a new language is very commendable. I will be attentive to learn from those tips and finally be able to learn, in principle, English and not continue using the Google translator :). Very pleasant this publication, grateful that @adsactly is a channel to reach quality content.