Let's discuss about our learning English experience

I started learning English when I was 12 and it's been more than 16 years already. In the begining, it was dificult to speak fluently especially because of the non condusive environment but since i became an English teacher, everything has been running smoothly. I'd like to share some of my own experiences in learning with anyone who's interested as well as discuss some important points about learning and teaching the language. I'd be glad to receive any comments and suggestions as well as help anybody on this amazing experience which is aquiring a second language.
In my opinion, learning English is only the matter of practice,what do you think?