How to learn anything

1. Decide specifically what you want to be able to do after learning.

2. Break down the skill into smaller pieces.

3. Get 3-5 sources to learn from.

4. Remove distractions (TV, phone, etc.).

5. Practice the most important things—don’t get caught up in minutia.

6. Learn just enough so you can practice and self-correct.

7. Practice at least 20 hours total.

8. Emotions, not intellectual abilities, are often the main obstacle—so push through those feelings of inadequacy that would prevent you from practicing.

These are my notes on the Tedx Talk, The first 20 hours – how to learn anything, by Josh Kaufman.