Learning a language is a long journey. It takes time to develop the ability to communicate with others using a completely different system. Along the way, it's easy to feel discouraged, especially when faced with the inevitable challenges. However, one important mindset shift is to focus on what will help us reach our goals. Motivation can fuel us for a while, but habits sustain us for the long term. At the core of this journey, habits are the building blocks of a solid foundation.