Besides the scientific reasons, such as a decrease in our brains’ abilities to learn a new language, other factors come into play, like less time or energy due to increased responsibilities at work or home. Moreover, adults are more likely to avoid looking silly, which is a common and normal part of learning a new language!  Luckily, these challenges are avoidable when it comes to learning a new language. Making a plan for your language learning and accepting the natural aspect of making mistakes will go a long way in making the language learning process much more enjoyable—and effective.