Connect
One of the most rewarding aspects of human experience is our ability to connect and communicate with others. Being able to communicate with someone in his or her own language is an extraordinary gift. Bilinguals have the unique opportunity to communicate with a wide range of people in their personal and professional lives.
Knowing the language makes you a local no matter where you are, opening up your world in a literary and figuratively way. You will be formed by communities. You will be humbled by the kindness of strangers. You will build eternal friendships. And just for these reasons, you will see the reward of learning languages for many years to come.