We all know that in order to make rapid progress on a goal, it must be at the heart of our priorities.
But how can we do when we have other priorities?
I wonder about the notion of “priority” and this idea that to achieve a goal you “just” have to make it a priority. I agree, but sometimes it’s just not realistic.
How can we do this when we have other more important priorities: partner, work, children, mental health, physical health…?
French is not your priority and that’s okay.
In you mental to-do list, I suggest you create a new category called “A little attention”.
In this category you can put the things that you deeply want to do but that you can’t (at the moment) put in the priorities of your life.
French finds its real place.
〰️Without feeling guilty.
〰️With the assurance that you will continue with French.
What could “a little attention” look like?
What would giving French a little attention look like in my life right now?
What could you stop doing, do differently, or do a little more of? What tiny action could become a natural part of your day or week?
There is no right answer. The goal is simply to find a way for French to have a small, realistic place in your life, enough to keep the connection alive.
Giving French a little attention doesn’t necessarily mean studying French for 30 minutes every day. It can be much smaller and much more integrated into your life.
You could :
listen to a French song
look up a word you keep hearing or seeing but never quite understand
write one sentence in French at the end of your day, or change the language of one app you use regularly.
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The idea is to create micro-habits and little switches that keep you connected to French.
Not all my clients have made French their top priority, some have chosen to give it a little attention, to make sure that it moves forward, along with the rest. Discover my 1-1 coaching and create some space for your French progress!
