Improves your reading skills: Studying a language can help you get more out of your own reading, too. Learning a new language is like achieving a goal or dream. It will boost your confidence and make you feel better about yourself. Become more independent: People that know more than one language are generally more confident and self-sufficient. You will feel a sense of accomplishment. Encourages you to respect other cultures: You may tweak your point of view regarding foreign policy, diplomacy and international aid if you learn more about a new culture. Communicate better with family members: Speaking with foreign in-laws or new friends in their native tongue will bring you closer to them. Learning a new language can enrich your personal life. It can also make you feel more confident and capable that you've achieved a tough goal while encouraging you to respect other cultures and groups.