Teacher, I've been unhappy lately.

What's wrong? What happened?

I study every day, but I feel like I'm not improving.

Why do you think that?

I still speak Chinese very slowly, and I can't remember many characters.

Do you remember yourself three months ago?

Yes. Back then, I could say very, very little.

Now you can say so many sentences. Isn't that progress?

You're right... I hadn't thought of that.

Sometimes progress is slow, and it's hard to notice it yourself.

Then I should keep studying and not give up.

Yes, take it step by step. You're doing very well!