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Between something happening, and you responding, add in a pause. 

Using slang too early in your language learning can backfire. I never make slang my focus. Instead I let any slang words or phrases come naturally as I gain more and more exposure to the language. 

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Too often we've shut down in some way. As we open back up to learning and engaging, are intelligence actually increases. Here's how to do it.