How to Practice for Real Growth

What You’ll Learn

• Belief first: Accept that you can play guitar at a high level… this unlocks progress.
• Consistency > cramming: 30 minutes a day, 5–7 days a week, beats one 3-hour weekend grind.
• Let your brain breathe: Pauses between sessions help you absorb and integrate.
• Motivation matters: Surround yourself with other music lovers: friends, shows, online groups.
• Mini-projects fuel momentum: Set small deadlines (learn a tune, record a song, nail a progression) to keep inspired.
• No judgment, just listening: Focus on the sound, the center, and the emotional pull, not on being “late” or “behind.”

Action Steps (Apply This Starting Today)

1. Commit to a Routine (5 min planning)
   • Pick your practice time. Block 30 min/day, 5x a week in your calendar.
2. Find Your Circle (10 min outreach)
   • Text a friend, join a group, or comment under these videos.
   • Share a chord or progression, start a conversation.
3. Pick a Mini Project (2 min decision)
   • Example: “By Oct 15, I’ll learn and record the ii–V–I in 3 keys.”
   • Write the date down—accountability changes everything.
4. Practice Without Judgment (each session)
   • Play slowly. Notice the sound and the emotional feel.
   • Ask: Am I hearing and enjoying this? Not: Am I good enough yet?
5. Celebrate Small Wins (end of week)
   • Record 30 seconds of progress.
   • Compare to last week, not to your “ideal self.”