Stick to your practice
You could follow all the advice, but if you give up after two days, you won't make progress.
- Make a plan: When exactly are you going to practice?
- Tell others about it…maybe: State your goal as a commitment rather than moving towards the finished product. The former commits you to an attitude while the second may indicate that you've already taken steps, which may cause you to slow down.
- Join a group: Groups are very motivating and make you more likely to persevere.
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