It is always like that when you are in a place where you can't understand what others are saying.
But, staying in such an environment steered up the desire to learn in us, we will want to give it whatever it takes to learn it.
I think you can use your situation for your advantage like this too, steer up the desire to learn in you
Definitely. We want to stay in a Spanish-speaking country long term so there's a strong desire to become fluent in Spanish.
Most people don't enjoy running and they'll make excuses not to run on a daily basis. However, when they have a bear chasing them, you can bet your ass they're going to be running!
Our metaphorical bear is our struggle with the language.
So, start the race, I can see you winning with a golden medal.