Scott Young and Vat Jaiswal discuss the core issue that holds people back from learning languages, arguing that it's not about the program, location, or age, but rather getting stuck in the "zone of fear and frustration." They propose a method called the "no English rule," where learners commit to speaking only the target language from day one, even with limited skills, to quickly move past this initial difficult phase. They share their experience of learning four languages in different countries using this rule, contrasting it with Scott's previous experience in France. They encourage listeners to find a conversation partner and commit to the "no English rule" to start speaking the language and build confidence, emphasizing that making mistakes is a part of the process.
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