5 Simple Steps to Speak Fluent Japanese

Human beings have an incredible ability to learn and adapt.  But the biggest obstacle that stands in the way of achieving our goals in life is our own self-doubt.  So first and foremost...

Step 1.  Believe In Yourself

This may sound simple or trite but let me assure you, when you can finally take the leap of faith and have confidence in your own ability, you will be able to accomplish anything you want.  I don't want to hear any whining about "It's hard for adults to learn languages, etc."  Where there is a will, there is a way.  If you want to test your own inner strength, there's no better way than to Learn Japanese Online. 

Step 2.  Weigh The Options

It's so easy to shirk off something that isn't imminent by saying, "I'll do it next week" or "I'm too busy right now to learn Japanese."  It's this state of mind that will keep you from ever learning Japanese. 

So, on that note, take out a pad of paper right now...

Seriously...get one...

Okay, good.  Now draw two columns, one titled "Pro" and one titled "Con."  Got it?

Now take a few moments to write out all the Pros of Learning Japanese as well as the Cons.  Want to take a peek at my list?

Pros	Cons
Able to converse with native speakers	Slight Time/Financial Commitment
Impress Friends, Family
Fulfill a lifelong goal
Get a better job that pays more for bilingual speakers

Trust me, I could think of a lot more Pros, too.  But I think you get the point, right?  There are so many more advantages to speaking fluent Japanese than there are drawbacks. 

Now, take a look back at your list, doesn't it seem more doable now?  There's many more Pros than Cons, so what do you have to lose? 

Step 3. Get a Tutoring Program (Want the best one? Check out my Rocket Japanese Review)

Okay, I know at this point you're totally motivated to go out there and Speak Fluent Japanese, and that's great, but if you think you're going to be able to do this all alone then you're greatly mistaken.  It is essential to get your hands on a program that can walk you through, step by step, how to learn Japanese quickly. 

Step 4.  Study Or Travel Abroad To Japan

This is of the utmost importance.  You cannot learn to be fluent unless you immerse yourself 24/7 amongst others speaking the language at high speed/complexity.  Check out my article on Studying or Traveling Abroad to Japan.

Step 5. Speak Japanese Regularly!

Having taken Japanese classes for several years, then not practicing it for a while thereafter, I know how easy it is to forget everything you've learned.  It is imperative that you speak Japanese regularly with either classmates, friends, family, or anyone willing to humor you.  Even if it's just for fun.  You'd be surprised at how much you improve when you force yourself to talk in Japanese for at least 15 minutes per day.