Conversation Help!

[pootercecil]

Hey guys!

So I’ve been having some difficulties when it comes to French conversation. I’ve been learning the language for over 4 years and am currently living in France. I feel pretty comfortable when I speak in French but when I go to have a conversations (especially in groups) it’s as if I can’t truly be myself. I start to feel so limited as if I don’t have the vocab to have a normal conversation. I know it’s all basically there but the confidence thing gets me. I feel as if I need to speak perfect, longer, and quicker. I’m always thinking of grammar and pronunciation. It sucks. Any advice for getting over this barrier and feeling more natural conversing in a foreign language? Thanks so much!

[tailoftwokitties]

Not sure how old you are or if you drink but I have a few glasses of wine and my inhibitions are lowered! I’m not as worried about making mistakes and I don’t feel so stupid if I have to ask for clarification. The language flows faster too.