I had to chuckle, for I am glad that I am not the only one that feels they are the slowest . I have taken many classes because I felt excited and I thought I would learn SO much , etc., etc. I have often left the classes feeling bad and inadequate. My sewing machine isn’t fancy and expensive like many (most) of the participants. I often don’t understand the instructions , and I think the pressure from high achievers causes me to slow down even more. It is HARD not to compare oneself with others. I have decided to stop going to classes because I start feeling really bad about myself! That isn’t good. Sometimes I start thinking the teacher is frustrated with me because I am not “catching on” like the “A” students! Classes shouldn’t be competitive.
I am glad you wrote about this!