The Accent Myth

Accent work is not about sounding born in London or Los Angeles. Listeners judge clarity and confidence more than origin; a clear accent beats a strained imitation.

The real question is not "how do I lose my accent?" but "does my accent cause misunderstandings?" If yes, you have communication interference to fix. If no, your accent is a feature, not a bug. The shift from accent shame to accent strategy changes how you approach every conversation.