What’s your experience with learning to speak a new language, and what do you wish you knew earlier?

Hi everyone,
I’m curious about your experiences with learning a new language, especially when it comes to speaking. What were the biggest challenges you faced, and how did you overcome them?

Looking back, what are the things you wish you had known from the start that could’ve made speaking easier or faster to improve?

Also, any advice or tips about learning in general would definitely be helpful!

I’d love to hear your insights and lessons that could help others (and me!) on this journey. Thanks in advance for sharing!