For so many children, shame is life’s principal emotion.

Perfectionism comes from believing that if I say or do something “incorrect”, I am a bad person.

It’s not learning. It’s a moral judgment dished out all the time.

This explains so many adult friends who won’t practice their learning English with me. This is a huge reason why people don’t take risks.

What if we changed the language of teaching from “Perfect!” to “Great learning!”?

How might that change the entire course of our lives?