https://health.sunnybrook.ca/shades-of-blue-seeing-the-byproduct-of-bilingualism/ Stories and expert health tips from Sunnybrook Mon, 12 Sep 2016 20:44:17 +0000 hourly 1 https://health.sunnybrook.ca/shades-of-blue-seeing-the-byproduct-of-bilingualism/#comment-184 Sun, 03 Feb 2013 22:13:58 +0000 http://health.sunnybrook.ca/uncategorized/shades-of-blue-seeing-the-byproduct-of-bilingualism/#comment-184 Definitely – speaking more than one language has helped me gain an appreciation and understanding of different cultures. Additionally, as someone who enjoys communicating with others, I welcome anything that increases my ability to do so.

]]> https://health.sunnybrook.ca/shades-of-blue-seeing-the-byproduct-of-bilingualism/#comment-183 Sun, 27 Jan 2013 02:06:57 +0000 http://health.sunnybrook.ca/uncategorized/shades-of-blue-seeing-the-byproduct-of-bilingualism/#comment-183 Over my 71-years, I have had contact with Czech, Russian, French, English, German, and Latin in 4 different countries. Each language reflects a different culture, therefore a different way of viewing the world. Observing and adapting to each language demands patience, understanding and an ability to adapt to each particular language/culture. Parents should capitalize on the fact that the more cosmopolitan their children become, the easier they will adapt to the changing world around us.

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