Being stubborn Quote by Thanhha Lai
“Being stubborn won't make you fluent. Practicing will! The more mistakes you make, the more you'll learn not to.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Author Talk, 2015
Stubbornness hinders fluency; practice and embracing mistakes foster learning.
In simple terms: Practice, not stubbornness, leads to fluency.
Key Takeaway
Embrace mistakes and practice.
Themes
language learning
practice
mistakes
Mood
encouraging
practical
Type
instructional
motivational
When to use this quote
- language classes
- self‑study
- public speaking
- writing exercises
Key Concepts
Growth mindset
deliberate practice
resilience
Questions to Reflect On
- What mistake taught you the most?
- How can you practice without fear of error?
A Different Perspective
Over‑reliance on stubbornness can stall progress.
