"When I first arrived in the United States, I was immediately struck by the steep learning curve involved in communicating effectively in English… Interaction with native speakers can present challenges for me, even though I’m fluent."
"This language gap can feel like an invisible wall that keeps me slightly detached from others and can make me feel like an imposter, afraid of saying the wrong thing or failing to convey my ideas."
"Public speaking often feels like a delicate dance. My mind scrambles to find the right words, leaving me replaying awkward moments long after the event has passed."
"These moments have taught me the importance of patience—learning to navigate the challenge of expressing complex ideas while juggling languages is an evolving process for me as a scientist."
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