As I was reading this week, I realized the process we are using is similar to the process used in the movie, The Dirty Dozen, as Lee Marvin’s character was preparing his misfit team to invade the Nazi headquarters building. Through repetition of many small tasks added together, the team was able to internalize their mission, helping them to execute effectively.
Repeated practice helps us improve our skills until the point where they can be executed nearly effortlessly. I try to remind myself this as I try to learn Spanish. Too often it seems I’m struggling to pick up basic skills, but over time, I am retaining some things.