Spring Language Celebration

Learning a New Language Keeps you Fit

You have probably read or heard of the benefits of learning a new language. Many doctors recommend their patients to learn a new language in order to prevent Alzheimer's while others recommend it to reduce stress: learning a new language can keep your brain healthy. This can be a challenging task, but it can also be fun and rewarding. If you are thinking about learning Arabic, Spanish, French, Thai, Japanese, Italian, Mandarin or any other foreign language, remember that it needs time and dedication. Have a plan and clear objective to stick to, so that you don't get frustrated when results are not immediate. Learning a new language doesn't happen overnight: it can take anytime between six months to a year to acquire some proficiency. Think about learning a new language as you would exercise; you will increase your vocabulary as you learn and acquire fluency as you practice. In order to stay physically fit, you need to exercise regularly. Yes, it can be difficult, but not unattainable. And yes, your brain needs to stay fit just like your body, so what better way of keeping your brain fit than learning a new language.