Language learning implies emotional involvement . It is not just a cognitive pursuit. For example, word-meaning is more than what is conceptualized or what is found in the dictionary. Language learning results in empathy . Relationships get you into feelings.
Feelings result in concerns.
Concerns may make you bristle, particularly if the people you serve feel trapped. The role of tailor is a very strategic role. Few native language teachers are trained to be culture tailors . Fewer still come by the tailor role naturally. The high regard that expatriate learners should have for culture tailors is also very important.