Feeling Unmotivated? Not Improving? Feeling Stuck? What to do.

[@jonhummel4341]

This turned into Japanese therapy with Misa. Though it's really good advice. It's best not to fuel a cycle of self loathing by comparing yourself with another. I'm sure a lot of people(me included) watch these and always learn some Japanese, but different people will learn it differently. Thank you for the video Misa.

[@anxiousArtisan]

The other day I mentioned to my son's therapist that I was studying Japanese in my free time and she seemed so surprised - she said that must be very difficult, especially while caring for a young child! I hadn't really thought of it that way, because I am always comparing myself to people online with lots of time to study and completely different challenges than I have. It really put things back into perspective, and this video reminded me again that I need to be proud of my progress learning at my own pace 😊 PS: your hair looks GREAT in that color!

[@Someguy66-i6s]

It can be hard to fit in "proper" hours of study with a busy lifestyle. I've found that flashcard apps help so much. I can "steal" a few minutes, even a few spare seconds sometimes, revising or learning one or two words whenever I can. It all adds up!

[@sdknunes]

To everyone going through this, you're not alone, you got this! ❤️

[@RuRaynor]

Hey Misa Sensei Back in late 2019, by following your lessons, I became fluent enough to get around Japan in areas where people didn't speak English, including difficult bureaucratic stuff like opening a JP-Post bank account and registering my address at city hall. But I had to leave Japan because of a covid visa delay, and over the past few years, the fight for survival back in England took away all my desire to learn Japanese. But last year I met a wonderful guy from Hokkaido in London and we ended up dating. It was so nice to be able to chat in Japanese, even though I'd forgotten so much. We now have a bet going- if I pass the JLPT N4 in December he's going to gift me the money that the test cost. I can't wait to get back to learning with you Misa :)

[@thealex46810]

You can do it! Please come back and update when you DO it because you will! Let's encourage one another! 💜

[@thedoctordb5765]

I'm taking the N4 this December, too! Don't forget my reimbursement lol 頑張りましょう!

[@d_sage]

I was having the worst day... You dont even realize the impact you have on me Misa! Thank you for your kind words!! I really needed this 😭😢

[@planetes82]

I’m 40 and I’ve been studying Japanese constantly for about 2 years now. By myself and for myself. Yes, sometimes it gets a bit frustrating. Thank you for your video Misa❤️

[@lgndrylucas1984]

I’m studying Japanese completely on my own, and made myself a super strict study schedule. It was rough, I was getting demotivated because of how vigorous it was, but I didn’t feel like I was progressing much. But 2 nights ago, I got a comment on my channel from a Japanese who wrote out their comment in japanese. To my surprise, I could read the majority of their text, and guess the rest out of context and loose kanji meanings. I was even able to write a decent response in japanese without doing any research first. Then the same night, I tried to comment on a Japanese channel, and I apologized for possible incorrect japanese. And to my surprise, they wrote out: “Thank you! Your Japanese is very good! ありがとうございます!”. I was surprised by how encouraging that night was, and I have started with my schedule again, but more relaxed, and I don’t beat myself up so much if I don’t do everything.

[@flashgordon6510]

That's awesome!

[@SlyGuyMorad]

It’s so sad that’s all it takes to motivate you again. People are cruel sometimes. I, myself, am experiencing this surge of doubt, but I don’t know if I should continue. Good luck to you, I suppose.

[@lgndrylucas1984]

@@SlyGuyMorad Try playing around with your study methods. Maybe take a quick break from what you find challenging or boring. Instead, focus on your favorite aspects of learning the language. Immersion in media is both entertaining, and teaches a lot of vocab and sentence structure. Translating songs can also be fun. Maybe try thinking of what you have learned so far. At day 1, every 日本語の学生 only knew “cone-ea-chi-wah” and zero hiragana or katakana. I’m sure you are far past that now. If you haven’t yet, try checking out the Onomappu channel. Hitoki-san speaks incredibly clearly. You will be surprised by how much of his speech is understandable. The decision to continue is up to you, but just think of how much japanese you know compared to when before you ever started ：）

[@mikemontesa3181]

Great advice from Misa! I learned Japanese in university and lived in Japan for 16 years, and have been speaking and using Japanese for over 30 years, butI still don't consider myself fluent. I know my strengths and weaknesses. But I look at it like this - there is always someone better than you, and there is always someone who would love to be at your level. I can do what I can do. Strive to learn and improve but Msa is right, there is no one judging you. When you have the opportunity to use Japanese in a real situation, just go for it. Small successes build confidence, and you can learn from your mistakes.

[@slugkats]

When i started reading ur comment i started thinking how good it would've been to be your level haha

[@mikemontesa3181]

@@slugkats I get how you feel. I have several friends who are at a much higher level than I am. Would I like to be at their level? Sure. But it doesn't matter. I can do what I can do. And so can you. So just stay on your path and you'll get to where you're going eventually (and the road goes on from there too).

[@motionista]

Thank you Misa. I've been stuck at N2 for three years and I feel I still do not understand a single thing whenever I try N1 questions. I have Japanese boyfriend who doesn't speak my language and has limited English and I struggle with extreme language barrier every day. And I've been studying Japanese for around 8 years. Moreover, I just keep forgetting the most of N2 grammar, words etc. So I have been feeling really down and beating myself up for being so low-proficient. And suddenly I saw your video. Even though I don't feel a sudden outburst of enthusiasm etc... But I do feel so much better thanks to you. Thank you so much :') For such kind kind words

[@kitsune87]

I'm in a very similar situation to yours. Let's cheer each other up 😊

[@khalilahd.]

Thank you so much for this! I’m currently learning Japanese and it can be hard when you don’t see progress but this was the motivation I needed 💜

[@NamelessPersonHere]

Im convinced that you exist in every comment section

[@SeleneMarilyn]

The timing for this is impeccable. I've been studying every week for a year straight now with tutoring and my own and I see improvement (especially from when i first started), but I'm really getting burnt out because my output isn't where I'd like it to be. I hope I'm able to get that passion back.

[@user-vf2sq6pt7p]

dont worry, keep practicing even if you dont want (specialy when you dont want to). It will pay off later I promise you! never stop, think that thousnads of people are in your place as well, you are not alone. I sometimes dont feel like reading and mining sentences but I still do and I force my self to do, I might not do as much work as I would normaly but some is better than none, I know that it will be worth the effort.

[@SeleneMarilyn]

@@user-vf2sq6pt7p I appreciate your comment! I definitely have gotten to that point where I don't want anything to do with Japanese some days because of how tasking and unfun it feels. It can really put a damper on things and make you want to quit. I'm definitely trying to find ways to learn even when I don't want to.

[@tristonw7417]

You got this 😌

[@ponponLOVE]

@Mazinblaster Z I've noticed that too, and I sometimes take breaks even if I still have the drive to keep learning. It's like I can see what I'm learning from a completely new perspective every time I return.

[@FBNdude]

Good advice. Personally, I struggle with just not being able to understand everything after studying since 2018 . Also, love the new hair colour.

[@gilbertoez1994]

Educational (and /+) heartwarming motivation = amazing Educational caring content.

[@LadyBug-ox8bg]

Purple hair looks amazing on you💜🫶🏻

[@BobPinkerton15]

Thank you for the motivation and kind words. :) I work full-time and have a 2 year old so I try not to best myself up when I don't study much. Even if I get sidetracked while studying I try to gently tell myself to take a deep breath and keep on studying! Thank you so much for your videos I've been watching them over and over and over again which starts to help!

[@TaffyDMarco]

Thanks!

[@yeepsleep]

Needed this, thanks :)

[@Gikkeoi]

I feel like I hit a wall, I learn a lot of vocabulary, grammar points and listening to a lot of songs, but I still can’t fully understand sentences. I struggle to recognize words that are said in songs even though I have already learned them

[@BobPinkerton15]

I have the exact same problem! Sometimes I feel like im under pressure to remember the word on the spot in a song because you don't have time to think of it. I found memorizing a song is really helpful. Learning each word and grammer while memorizing the song. Soon it just because second nature and you don't need to try to translate.

[@Eckh4rt]

Your focus needs more focus

[@DANGJOS]

I struggle to recognize many words in songs in my native language, so I really wouldn't consider that much of an indicator of inability. it's notoriously difficult to recognize words in songs. Maybe because it's very different from natural speech.

[@christopherluke9658]

Start reading everyday. It will make you even more depressed at first but it makes all the other stuff easier

[@FISHGOMOO4321]

I understand your frustration, but listening to music is useless for language learning. Studying the lyrics, sure

[@isissksj3162]

Misa! We love you and we are with you. Sending you a gigantic hug all the way from Mexico

[@dylloz6735]

You are the best human being on this planet, the care you have for others is amazing! We are all very blessed with a teacher like you :D

[@stupidteous]

This video came at a perfect time for me. I've had self-motivation and self-esteem problems for a while, as well as ADHD issues and I've been subscribed for over a year but kept putting it off. I've pretty much put any personal projects of for a long while and so critical of myself. Just the advice to not compare myself to others, to be easier on myself and love myself. It's hard to, sometimes, but you're right. Thank you so much for this video. While I may not focus on learning Japanese for a while because I have a ton of other stuff to do such as learning linguistics itself which I've put off for months, improving my French which I'd say I'm novice-intermediate at in school, and speaking of which school is coming up in a few days.... I'm anxious but I know I can get everything in order. This was a long comment which you might not see but thank you. I wish that you take your advice and take care of yourself as well. Thank you.

[@ren5268]

こつこつが勝つコツ is my mantra going forward. Thank you, Misa!😊

[@renrenbarrientos5085]

Thank you Misa Sensei. I really need this right now. After failing last JLPT while my peers all passed, I really feel down and demotivated. Thank you so much. I need to learn that everyone has different timelines. Thank you. 🥺

[@learnwithcindy9395]

This is totally what I need right now. I'm currently rushing myself to pass JLPT N3 exam in December and I'm having 0 motivation to study. I feel kinda tired with all those vocabs, grammar, kanji, reading listening and stuff. So keep thinking that I won't make it for N3 cuz there's not enough time for me. Although I passed JLPT N4 I took in July by watching all your videos. 大変ありがとうございました、みさ先生。♡ Also, thanks very much for this video too. 頑張ります。At least, now I feel a bit motivated!

[@plastikbeats1]

this was very sweet. you care about your community and it shows. thanks for uploading this and thanks for making this community a united community

[@milkteaman510]

Wow, great timing on this. I have been in Japanese Language school in Japan since April and it has been a crazy ride. School is Monday - Friday 9am - 3pm, after school I still need to study but then I'm not able to enjoy my time in Japan... We get homework and even homework during summer break etc. We are also told to ask question in class but there simply isn't enough time. My teacher told me I have the worst test scores in my class as if I didn't know lol. Sometimes I sit in my room wondering if I made a mistake by moving to Japan to study Japanese, but I have faith it will get better eventually! When I speak with Japanese people I am able to get my point across so at least I can solve my problems with my Japan life. Slowly but surely I will get there!! Thanks for the video, your videos are fun way to casually study.

[@mrrandomdude4291]

You´re the most wholesome sweetest cinnamon roll ever Misa! 🥰

[@Latiosx123]

I came a long way, started from watching Misa's beginners videos. From N5 to just had my N1 test. There is this realization where I know N1 is not the be all end all, im still feel im not good enough. On the flip side, i clearly remember that day after i took N5, i joked to myself "ahh N1 let that impossible dream be impossible." But here am I, with confidence im going to get that "elusive" N1 certificate next month. With that said, I can still see myself improving beyond a piece of certificate. I wish wasnt nervous when speaking to Japanese, I wish i read more ,write more and interact more. There are still weaknesses i still see in myself. However, there is a sense of achievement coming this far. so for anyone out there, either you just started, stuck at some point, couldn't go pass certain learning barrier. Just take a look back what you did to come this way? Fail your N2? big deal, im sure few years ago you wont even think of going to N2 test hall is possible. I do have some humble advices for anyone who want to push through. 1. DISCIPLINE YOURSELF. No, i dont mean by you must study X hour every X week. That will not work. What you should do is, look up some articles/news in Japanese. Have a new anime releasing soon? Search for the japanese news, shopping for anime merch, search it using japanese, interesting stuff happened in japan today? read the Japanese Easy News. Not only you are actively using it without forcing yourself in a study mindset, you are actively using Japanese as part of your life. And that's how you learn quick. 2. GO BEYOND TEXTBOOK. There many textbook out there, you cant learn them all. The best way is to get kids Japanese novel. Kids japanese novel has furigana on every page, best for anyone that needs kanji practise. You will remember grammars and words solely by just going with the story line. if you like anime movies, e.g kimi no na, tenki no ko, suzume no tojimari, pick up the kadokawa kids edition(it has green border), you get to practise reading by going along a story you are familiar with. 3. DON'T THINK ABOUT THE STUDY. Do you often think about study your native language? Ever thought you will forever stuck at kindergarten speech? Most likely not, as we use and grow with the language, eventually we just have the ability. So Japanese is the same. Use it often in your life, use Japanese whenever possible. Eventually, your japanese will be the same as your native, you wont even think about your proficiency. 4. JLPT IS BAD FOR YOU. Yea, you heard me right there. There is no point for having a certificate to determined your level. I have seen my classmate not do well in test but manage to hold a proper conversation with the natives. JLPT only acts as a scale. SO, if you can get by in japan using just N4 grammar and words, who cares about what cert you hold. And wouldn't it be better that speaking simple makes it easier for everyone to understand? Japanese is a language, is meant for communication. So as long as you get your meaning across, you are proficient.

[@Viperpupy]

This video was exactly what i needed... Recently i had a little mental breakdown - My dream was to become a doctor in Japan ( im already studying it in my country ) but after reading how hard it is for a foreigner to do that - i was really about to cry ... and lost like 90% of motivation to do anything. Thanks a lot.. It really helped me out みさ先生を本当にありがとう！こつこつ頑張りましょう

[@JapanDaisukiTTS]

You are not alone. I know how you feel because I am in the same position. I'm also a foreigner who really wants to be a doctor in Japan but I think I'm not that fluent enough for that. Especially the Kanji and the JLPTs. It's so stressful that I almost gave up on my dream but after watching this video I feel a bit better. You can do it! Good luck!

[@Viperpupy]

@@JapanDaisukiTTS Thanks a lot

[@xXEchoXxAssault]

I've told some of my language partners on HelloTalk that I've been studying Japanese since March of last year but I don't feel like I'm where I should be. That kind of makes me sad, but I'm happy you made this video. ありがとうだってばよ！

[@lovestarlightgiver2402]

ほんな幸せは感謝の中にあると思っています。 他人にある感謝の中に、自分にある感謝の中にもあります。

[@SimplyWalkToMordor]

Misa, thank you so much for this video. You seem so kind and thoughtful. Sometimes I do feel guilty for not studying everyday, but I need to remind myself that it's not a race. Thank you for the reminders. I hope you have a lovely week

[@LifeguardLeroy]

I probably have had more reasons too quit than ever, but don't. I Just kept going, I'm too stubborn I guess. Plus your channel helps too listen too in the background when I'm not actively studying. Even After years of just casually studying, its funny how the reasons for studying can change so much.

[@karinampohlmann]

such a sweet message ♡ thank you ♡

[@jasmindarnell1392]

I really liked the message in this video but THAT HAIR IS PEAK GORGEOUS

[@kunalkambale9459]

みささん、本当にありがとうございます! ❤️

[@rxvxnxnt]

My Polish grandma said that you're a very decent-looking teacher! Thank you for the video Misa sensei!!

[@robcasta378]

This video really made me cry cause I was thinking about life in general not just Japanese. Thank you Misa i love you.

[@mmiraall]

Your videos are very comforting, along with your voice. Thank you for advices!

[@tron.44]

Thanks for all the kind words, Misa!

[@gerharda.8095]

Simply The Best . . . Teacher, Motivator . . .Personality

[@sir_hammy]

このメッセージ本当に本当にありがとうございます。試験の点数より頑張ってきた努力のほうが大切だというのは素晴らしい！良い一日を

[@KamiSeiTo]

Always so kind to everyone. n_n Take care of yourself, too! ♡

[@ayeshamemon4608]

11:15 she's soo innocent 😇💜🥺

[@cloudyheather2674]

I really, really needed this today, Misa. Thank you.

[@ayrttonlucas1207]

I tattooed this 8:52 on my torso to help me remind exactly all you said in this video. Thank you for this, really.

[@bro_math]

I'm learning Japanese in Okinawa. I'm the dumbest person in the whole school, but it's all good. I'm having a blast here. I'll do my best, learn what I can, and go to the beach as much as possible.

[@gabrielle4821]

The grass is always greener is my favorite saying! Now I can finally say it in Japanese! Thank you Miss Sensei!

[@jayeraine]

thank you for the advice and kindness. Even though we don't know eac other personally, it is encouraging to have a teacher who periodically reminds me that it is okay to take things slowly and to not beat myself up for not being as fluent as i want to be. 💙

[@tloariart]

i swear you always post just the right thing when i need it. thank you❤

[@dj_laundry_list]

Misa, i support you whether happy, sad, depressed, manic, whatever

[@telchar]

I have a really bad habit of setting lofty goals for myself - ones that somewhere deep down I know I probably can't fulfill. Is it to prove something? Or complete a challenge? I don't know, but it ends in disappointment or burnout more often than not. I really needed this video today. I needed a reminder I'm not a total failure. I thought I'd be tuning in for another regular educational video with Misa and it turned into me feeling like I wanna cry! thank you for the video :)

[@Starlight7]

That exercise was a really good tip! Especially for distraction during panic attacks! I’ll be honest, my Japanese practice has slipped a lot the last year or so, but I’d like to get it back and I’ve always found your videos so helpful. Keep up the good work - がんばって！x

[@HardToBeAPoopGod]

this may be a weird thing to say, but right now i'm glad that i don't really need this video! i'm currently feeling as though i'm learning more than i ever have, memorizing and applying my knowledge, honing my fluency. and yet, i know eventually i'm gonna hit another ceiling, and i'll be glad to know there's a video i can return to when i need 💛

[@Infinicat]

Big virtual hug for you Misa! And big virtual hugs for everyone in the comment section :)

[@eclipse77x]

みさーさん、本当にありがとう。最近、毎日の練習で80%以下だけ取っていて、自分自身にとてもがっかりします。”毎日、3時間以上勉強しています、なぜそんなにひどい点をとっています”と思っています。でも、貴方様のヴィデオのおかげで、ちょっと泣きそうで、ぎゅぎゅ自分を抱きしめて、気分がちょっと良くなりました。本当に感謝しています。

[@JapanDaisukiTTS]

日本語の簡単な勉強し方を教えてくれて本当にありがとうございます！めっちゃ嬉しいです！みさ先生の優しい言葉のおかげでこれから心配しないで日本語が勉強できるようになりました！ストレスがたまるとこの動画を絶対に見ることにします！みさ先生にはいくら感謝しても感謝し切れません。😙😙

[@shannonjones8877]

Great video Misa, such a wonderful and unexpected surprise. Thanks for the support and i hope you continue to do well also.

[@dirtcop11]

I just started watching your videos a few weeks ago. I like your approach to teaching Japanese. I have saved several videos on kanji and plan to go back through them, stopping to take notes and resuming when I have copied the kanji. I hope I can get good enough to understand videos that are in Japanese.

[@shunnoe6009]

thank u so much >_< im hard on myself and sometimes id downtalk on myself but finding your videos made me feel a lot better ^^

[@ECG3485]

I've been struggling with understanding kanji in recent years, it's kind of setting me back. But as you said, it's important to learn at your pace, and it takes time. I really needed the therapy from this new vid. Thanks so much, Misa-chan 💖 (hugs)

[@funpheonix9752]

I need this video. I’m not really feeling “burnt out”, but I feel like I’m not going anywhere in learning Japanese, no matter how hard I try.

[@roughneck371]

Such a motivational video! Misa sensei is not only an excellent teacher, she's also an excellent therapist! Keep up the good work! I will forward this video to my friends, even those who are not learning Japanese because I cannot imagine anyone who can't find value in this video. みさ先生ありがとう！

[@user-bj3em2dh6k]

Thank you Misa sensei! I love your video so much! So helpful and so nice. Big warm hugs from Russia!

[@ejesusml]

Thank you for this video! You can’t imagine how much I needed something like this today😘 keep up with being so great Misa!✨✨✨

[@wildhoneyandnoise]

I needed this video, thanks Misa sensei.

[@str8Jonesing]

I've just been going through some life crises and this video came at just the right time for me. こつこつが勝つコツ!

[@saturnine13]

I love that even in a video about motivation you manage to teach interesting and useful Japanese phrases like こつこつが勝つコツ. Thank you for all the hard work you do on your channel.

[@horch3491]

ドイツ語を勉強してますがなかなかネイティブの言ってることがわからなくて凹んでいたので、非常にいいタイミングでこちらの動画を観れました😄ありがたい💃

[@ShadowPuppet3001]

great video, your videos are always awesome, sending big hugs right back 🤗

[@tranquocthanh949]

I am feeling lucky to know this channel and Misa sensei as well

[@flashgordon6510]

I feel very motivated, but I can't believe what an intellectual undertaking it is to learn a language. I've been studying since February - which isn't long, I guess. I've made a lot of progress, but I still struggle to understand spoken Japanese, and speaking it is so hard -- trying to remember the vocab, then the order of words, then the tenses, then whether it's formal or informal, etc. I don't know if I'm where I'm supposed to be at this point. Is there a "supposed to be" at all? I study every day and look forward to it, but wow... It's a LOT. I also have a very busy job, so I squeeze in study where I can. I will not give up, though!!! Thank you, Misa-sensei, this is exactly what I needed to hear today.

[@ahhmayzingKurea]

This was a lovely little video thank you so much. I really like learning the phrase about going steady is the key to winning. I also really like the idea of using the thinking of words as a method for panic attacks. I really appreciate you and all the videos you put out. ❤️✌🏻

[@m.ridzwan99-26]

Be proud of the efforts put to achieve goal, and be better than you yesterday

[@user-kn3lt2lw4t]

i really needed this. ive been studying japanese for a year now, almost two now and recently becoming an adult really difficult keeping a flow to do everything like work, college, family, obligations and etc. it really tanks your confidence when you have to work with little time to study, but I wont quit and others should realize that there is no rush.

[@marluxiaheart4352]

ありがとうございました、みさ先生。 Thank you Misasensei.

[@dylloz6735]

I am actually crying..😂 what you are saying is excactly what I struggle with and I compare myself to others a lot i feel like i'm progressing way too slow. The things you said makes me really happy and it was so cute that i started out crying haha.. kinda embarrassing but I have to tell it so you know what for great video you made! The last month it's been really hard and now after seeing this I feel like you are watching me on my studies because you exactly know the things i struggle with hahah! Thanks for the great motivation this helps a lot!

[@AntisocialAuntie]

Thank you Misa. Your videos are my favorite because you remind us to just be ourselves and keep moving forward. The different subjects you talk about are realistic and add so much to the vocabulary I am learning. I adore you. Lots of love from the Pacific Northwest 🧡

[@NatalieYOT]

Thank you Misa, you are so sweet, have a lovely day!

[@ClariTheVirgo39]

Right? This is so true, I’ve been beating myself up over people telling me that I should do this or do that. And you’re right Misa, this is exactly what I needed to hear.

[@tuckerk3184]

I started studying japanese about a year and a half ago. While I'm still probably a month or two away from the n4 level, I'm still proud of how far I've come and how much I can understand. However, studying japanese has become much harder since I joined the army. For 2.5 months I was not even able/allowed to read my text books or access the internet since I was at Basic Training. I am now able to study japanese, but since I'm still in training (now I'm at "advanced individual training") I work from 05:30-19:30. At the end of the day, I'm usually exhausted and have little energy left to study. That being said, I'm hungry to grind and I find time.

[@meerkate1801]

I was crying by the end of the video. Love you, Misa! I hope you're doing well

[@ZacChilds]

Thanks Misa, I needed some kind words and motivation today.

[@dankewolfie2794]

ありがとうございますみさ先輩。I needed this.

[@Macieks300]

Thank you Misa! You have a really good heart.

[@Itachiflameamaterasu]

Motivation is a product of results. What people need is discipline, which anyone can get, just need to keep pushing and be consistent, this mentality of needing to be motivated is false and an excuse.

[@etherealtalion]

Yeah.. about setting unhealthy goals.. Last month I registered for the JLPT N4 in December and now I’m constantly stressed out because I’m far from being ready. Now I beat myself up all the time for not studying at least 4 hours a day because I really don’t want to fail. I have a bad history of failing school and exams so it would be a massive blow to my self-esteem. But this video was pretty comforting. Thanks Misa!

[@OpuYT]

I'm in for the N1 and I feel the same What I can recommend you to do, search for an old, real jlpt test from the recent years online and just do one at home, on your own, see if you can pass I somehow passed when I tried it at home and now I feel less scared since I know I can possibly pass it 😌 頑張れ！

[@etherealtalion]

@@OpuYT Sorry for the late reply! That’s really great advice. Thank you! 頑張りましょう！

[@etherealtalion]

@Cancer McAids Late reply, sorry! I see.. Well, I hope you take the test again soon. As long as we keep trying and stay persistent, we’re bound to pass. Would probably help to find some old tests as Opu suggested. Also, my drive is pretty long too btw😅

[@MarcSattel]

みさ先生は一番いい先生! 💖

[@GAINAX01]

I needed this. Thank you Misa.

[@caiookada5470]

This video really come to me in the right time, I'm living in Japan for many years and still can't communicate in Japanese, i try studding after work, but i really feels so tired....

[@ulodetero]

I recently heard a saying on a podcast, that is relevant here. I think it was: 心配は成功のもと。 (Shinpai wa seiko no moto.) Problems are the beginning of success. (It was either 心配 (shinpai) or 問題 (mondai). I forget which...)

[@johnvienna3422]

Indeed, comparisons can be really toxic. KZbin features many 20-something-year old students with endless time to watch anime and make anki cards. If you're 50+, with a job and a family and a life, don't watch those videos or compare yourself to those people. Thanks for the message and the therapy, Misa 😊

[@cranjusmcballer]

I'm self studying for the AP Japanese Language and Culture exam in May. There are no other students taking it, nor is there a teacher to help me. These videos are going to be my saving grace, and I really needed to hear this right now. Thanks

[@KitRobin]

I really needed a video like this, because I need to be kinder to myself, so ありがとうみさ先生。I took classes for a while, but even with those tools, I started to hit road blocks. We were learning faster than I could keep up, and it always seemed like I couldn't learn new things. I had hit a point where nothing new would stick in my mind. A few years later now at this point, I've forgotten so much besides the very basics. Still can read hiragana and katakana for the most part, and maybe 100 kanji. As far as speaking words though, i could remember some vocab and some grammar, but not enough practice has made me stagnant. It would be fine if learning Japanese was just a hobby, but Japan is my passion. I'm not just a fan of games or anime, I love the culture and norms of Japan. I felt more at home there than I ever have in my actual home. I want to live there someday, and not just for a vacation. I get discouraged by my lack of progress, but also because I am already on the older side of most "students", but I keep saying, I don't care how old I get, if I'm not dead yet, it's never too late. I try to keep that thought in my head, but it doesn't always work. It's nice to hear some words of comfort from you.

[@dylloz6735]

I indeed feel like taking a break is bad and i feel guilty.. When i started learning i heard that you should never take a day off and so i learned everyday for a year now, sometimes i just really don't feel like learning but i still do it and this sometimes unmotivates me. I will take your advice and just take a break when it's getting too much!

[@foxkit69]

This is basically kind of what I've been thinking, but actually hearing it said by someone else validates it so much more, so I feel much better. x3

[@matthewisawesome]

You're awesome Misa! ありがとう！

[@alfjones6377]

Thank you, you are kind, magnanimously altruistic in helping me learn my Japanese so I can find me a Japanese wife. Also, you are beautiful beyond measure. Much obliged🙏🏽

[@pedrobarossi8390]

This was an incredible video, I loved it! Thank you so much, Misa-sensei ☺️

[@KHainstock88]

I haven't had the motivation to study for quite a while now (big plans for studying all summer turned into doing zero studying). This was exactly what I needed to hear today💜