There's really just one big myth (perhaps more a fear) about learning braille as an adult: it's too hard.
It's true that most people who are blind or partially sighted lose their sight later in life.
It's also true that after a lifetime of reading by sight, the prospect of learning to read all over again can seem daunting.
But don't let this put you off. Many people who lose sight in their later years go on to be successful braille users.
It's up to you how proficient in braille you wish to be, but it's worth remembering that just a little braille can make a big difference and will give you greater independence.
Learning uncontracted (grade 1) braille will open the door to activities like playing cards, doing crosswords or labelling personal items.
"This ability [to read braille] has returned a huge degree of independence and even a sense of security to me. Being able to safely identify the box containing the cold remedy or set out a plate of choc chip cookies to accompany coffee with friends does a surprising amount for one's self esteem. It is extremely frustrating, not to say time-consuming, when the completion of a once trifling task depends on the availability of a working pair of eyes."
Charlotte
It's never too late to learn!