if you've only spoken english to me, you don't know me

the hidden language of my soul: why just 'hola' is not enough

tl;dr: being bilingual isn't just about speaking two languages—it's about inhabiting multiple identities and worlds. if you've only known me in english, you've only seen a fraction of who i truly am. this essay explores the science behind linguistic identity and the personal cost of linguistic assimilation.

quick note before we start: the complimentary p…