How I Conquered My Fear

I used to be afraid of swimming.

Come to think of it, maybe I was afraid of water: I also hated bath time.

Anyway, I no longer fear the water – I’ve already taken two showers this year:)

And I love swimming!

So here’s how I overcame my fear…

THE SUMMER OF 1970 SOMETHING

A young Mr. Vig was wading into the family backyard swimming pool with his usual water wings strapped to his arms.

Then some friends came over.

They didn’t need water wings.

Instead, they took turns jumping off the diving board into the deep end.

They were having fun without me!

I didn’t like that.

So I took off my water wings and joined them.

And that is how I conquered my fear.

I jumped into the deep end.

But not right away.

And I definitely needed some motivation in the form of peer pressure.

ONE SIZE FITS ALL?

Yesterday, I asked you if you agree or disagree that jumping into the deep end is a good way to learn to speak.

Polyglot Benny Lewis, who wrote the book Fluent In Three Months, says “Speak from day one.”

But I’m not convinced it’s a good idea for everyone.

Tell me what you think in the comments.

And tomorrow, I’ll give you my recommendation.