To be honest, I am a little anxious to begin working with the Chat Cafe program. When I first read about it way back in May, I thought it would be something fun to do and that everything would go along smoothly. Now that I have to begin my first session(s) within the upcoming weeks, however, some concerns are starting to emerge: what if attendance dwindles over the next few weeks? What topics should I discuss in these conversations? What if my fellow peers remain silent during the time together, due to lack of interest or fear of ineffective communication?
However, these concerns are not what I am solely associating with the Chat Cafe. I am as equally, if not more, excited about what hosting such sessions will lead to: a better comprehension of the English language for non-native English speakers and a greater appreciation for the vast differences between cultures. I have no doubt that these discussions will lead to all members of the Chat Cafe program becoming more open-minded towards various aspects of our everyday lives, allowing for improved understanding towards differing paradigms. This is ultimately why I joined the program and am looking forward to hosting my first session: to sow the seeds of dialogue that will lead to fruitful rewards.
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