Teach Yourself Anything AND be good at it. The Best Approach.

[@eliserobinson8240]

How do I know if a video is covering beginner, intermediate or advanced material? Is the resource page used for putting the material I consumed in, or should I put that material under the different stages?

[@vaughngene]

Hey Great question! So I would say it comes down to the challenge and what that “community” deems those levels. So it’s not set in stone per-say. If you are a beginner you are unfamiliar with almost anything. But as you learn beginner things, you can tell if something is WAY out of your league (goes in the advanced category) or if something is just a few tutorials away (goes in intermediate category.) These videos can be moved around also as you learn more. (For example something you thought was deemed advanced on guitar is actually an intermediate skill so you move it), The labels are irrelevant really but it’s just a good way to organize it. But again, the community will typically dictate your level. You can technically name them whatever you want, as long as the core idea is there and you have some organization. Guitar example can be 1. Trash 2. Decent 3. Kinda good 4. Really Good 5. Godlike Hope that make sense, Labels are just for you to organize your thoughts. 👌

[@vaughngene]

And resources can be things like a textbook type material, Where you don’t actually read it front to back, but just choose chapter when you need it. Like a comprehensive list of guitar scales on a website for example.

[@eliserobinson8240]

Ahh, I understand now 👍 Thank you for explaining this!

[@vaughngene]

Anytime! 💪

[@ikrammaududi6205]

​@@eliserobinson8240 many times you don't know until you've tried to consume some part of the materials you're learning. Then if it's too hard, you leave them be, after a while, if you get back, they'll make more sense

[@dopaminefrog]

It's always the smaller youtubers with the best advice out there.

[@vaughngene]

Glad you found it helpful! Thank you 🙏

[@dumbsurvivor1]

facts

[@salehaashraf5906]

especially without those fancy editing which is soo distracting

[@UXtatic]

Because they don't worship the algorithm.

[@vaughngene]

Thank you guys! 🙏 I have no attachment to KZbin money since I think it’s better to do that with something more stable. Like software engineering in my case. Plus I think it keeps me honest Lol.

[@amerikatt]

The only way to reliably learn something as an adult is to truly be invested and interested in it, anything else goes out the window

[@blessed7645]

Sad but true....😢😢😢. I can attest to that. 🤦🏾🤦🏾

[@1nilu1]

100%, when you want to fulfil yr passion so bad, u automatically get off yr arse and just practice it. You cant wait for the studying/learning part to be over so u can just enjoy yr craft/skill. Im at that stage now. Im learning classical Indian dance, 8 years in. Fully self taught by simply emulating youtube dancers and choreographies, Im dancing almost on the daily and if I miss my training, Im suffering. If you need external motivation or are procrastinating in executing your plans then maybe that skill isnt for you and its time to look for something that does spark that passion from within you.

[@ahrian69]

5:27 Bruce Lee quote perfectly matches your train of thought - I fear not the man who has practiced 10,000 kicks once, but I fear the man who has practiced one kick 10,000 times

[@vaughngene]

Yep, Spans across a lot of different areas too!

[@rudytormento9753]

Spot on👍

[@jacobseraphin685]

I know this quote is rather simple but I took a screenshot. Some simple quotes can go a long way and is worth remembering

[@abdullahnaim10]

Iv suffered from “shiny object syndrome” most my life and is why I have been so slow with my progress. Always changing direction thinking theres a better direction. Frustrating! Helpful video thank you!

[@vaughngene]

So many of us had the same issue it seems. Glad the info helps! 🙏 Just revisit when you can or write down the main points and you’ll be good to go 👌.

[@alexandriapeters5688]

I call it, falling down the rabbit hole. And it's much worse with instant answers via the Internet.

[@francisfrancis1153]

The rabbit hole syndrome can take up useful time. You are right about the load of internet information.@@alexandriapeters5688

[@GodsStoryteller]

I've been fighting it. I'm winning It's a chemical imbalance problem.

[@MarvelLio-u1s]

Same

[@coelophysisbauri4070]

1% of your progress comes from study...the other 99% comes from actually practicing. Beautifully put man. Fully agree. Took me almost a decade to discover this myself. Glad to see youre spreading the word

[@vaughngene]

Thank you!, & Indeed, I think it's a reminder we all need. Especially these days.

[@wiktorpawlikowski756]

More like 30%study 70% practice but yes

[@chrislee633]

Thanks a million Vaughan

[@DAA314]

​@@wiktorpawlikowski756 Some people cant resist the drama of saying things are 1% or 99% 😂

[@wiktorpawlikowski756]

@@DAA314 true

[@xav5787]

I’m a chronic researcher to the point where It’s far less likely I practice rather than study. You become very knowledgeable but have few skills. This video is very helpful to me thank you

[@vaughngene]

No problem, I think we all hit that moment here and there. Glad this will help you get started on the other side of things!

[@user-mn3vt2sl1m]

When you mean a researcher, you mean watching KZbin right

[@xav5787]

@@user-mn3vt2sl1m No lol

[@Geektaard]

I can relate to this 110%

[@pickinstone]

As a teacher myself, I wanted to give kudus where kudus is deserved! One more layer to add is building in a face-to-face community around that particular skill. If it's playing an instrument, try to play with other people FOR other people. If it's cooking, then try to cook for your friends. Even coding benefits from the community aspect--the rhetorical relationship you have with other creators and the audience. Studies have shown that learning is amplified in groups--even if everyone isn't like-minded (especially so).

[@vaughngene]

That’s a really good point! I think naturally people get there but that’s definitely something I should talk about sometime. Really good idea 👌

[@eline7214]

this is a very good point! it really helps with focus in my experience and the knowledge you exchange and accrue doing so is brilliant. its very motivating to be with people who are facing the same roadblocks as you

[@alexandriapeters5688]

Not all curriculum is set up this way. All of my fast track classes are online only because many people are working at the same time. So, it's not always possible to meet with other people or students.

[@vaughngene]

If anything joining an online group helps too. Or just chatting with like minded people on reddit, quora, or comments sections like this Lol. It’s not ‘manditory’ but it helps for sure.

[@vaughngene]

Yeah I can get into that sometime for sure, I guess I moreso don't want people to feel like that are 'doomed' if they don't have access to a community. But yeah I do think it's something worth talking about as you mentioned! Really good points!

[@kaijohnsonfinance4406]

UNDERSTAND THAT ONE VIDEO STUDIED AND ACTED UPON TO ITS FULLEST EXTENT CAN BE WORTH THOUSANDS OF HOURS OF SEARCHING THROUGH MATERIAL AND NOT STUDYING OR APPLYING IT. Oh the clarity this brings

[@vaughngene]

It’s more believe-able when you do it too and see results!👌

[@r.lr.l]

You've made me realize that I've been in "Tutorial Hell" with so many aspects of my life. I've never watched a video or consumed a self-help book that was so actionable. Great content this the most clarity I've had in a while!

[@vaughngene]

Hey thank you!, that’s really good to hear. I think it’s definitely the reminder that we need time to time.

[@karenbourgeois7957]

I've been here in the hell, too. We may have run into each other 😂

[@candyc8161]

Learning Japanese, guitar, piano and software engineering...are you my soulmate? This is exactly what I'm trying to learn right now edit: omg guys the comment section 💜💜💜💜💜💜🤣🔥🔥

[@vaughngene]

Lol who knows, & That's cool you have the same exact interests as me, which means my examples will be quite relatable to you as I make more videos. Hopefully you can draw a lot from them.

[@deploration]

bro same lol

[@vaughngene]

@@deploration welcome to the team 🤝 Lol

[@forfucksakecomrade]

Those specific skills are very useful to be fair. I know like 4 people who are all doing that exact same collection of skills and we all talk about it a lot because we’re all at varying skill levels at each of them 😂😂😂

[@vaughngene]

That is a good point 😂, I didn’t think about that.

[@benpenph]

The internet is a blessing in disguise I'm really thankful from the People who shares their knowledge for free. You just have to find the right mentor and learn from them.

[@vaughngene]

Hey glad you found it helpful! And I agree, we all learn from someone at the right time 👌

[@alexandriapeters5688]

@@benpenph absolutely. There are so many get rich quick "gurus". They just want your money for advice.

[@mourinenelima]

​@@vaughngeneI don't know what I wanna do😢

[@vaughngene]

@@mourinenelima take a break from consuming and/or unsubscribe from everyone for a bit (including me).👌 Too much input tends to confuse us. Especially this space. Just come back if you need to later!

[@cluelessProgrammer1]

The social media detox helps me a lot. After deactivating my soc acs, I'm starting to get bored. That boredom turn into doomscrolling in yt. And I got hit by depression because of that. When you know that your not doing something but you can't still do it. After 1 week, I decided to hide my phone. Then boredom again. After a long long hit. I just feel it. So I started studying again. Right now, I study al lot of thing. I don't give myself time to get bored that will turn into doomscrolling. When I get bored, I try to do some crochet. When i got sleepy after hrs of studying, I try to do crochet again. If I'm panicking even I do things, instead of watching videos on yt. I will go for a 10 mins walk, or make a coffee or stare to nothing. That's what my every day life. And I'm getting better than my past self. I don't know if my yapping does make a sense lol. But yeah, btw these are the thing i study. 1. Web design, front and back end 2. Arduino 3. Learning computer from hardware to software 4. Crochet I'll also want to try video editing and writing scripts. But when it comes yo resources, my laptop can't do it rn. But yeah. Thats all 😂

[@vaughngene]

Really good you started doing that. That's actually kind of what I do too. I have a room in my house where I just sit down and breath. Then I get the spark to go practice something. 100x better than scrolling. Your yapping is very useful for people to see Lol thanks for sharing.

[@tonyd.u.y7262]

@@cluelessProgrammer1 thank you, that was really helpful. Glad that your life got better

[@SamuraiASM]

If you don't mind me asking, how does one do it? I know that the first step is just basically DELETE & replace it with other habits that one might benefit but like what about those times where you're done with those habits and literally got nothing else to do? I, basically made the habit that when I'm bored or got literally nothing else to do, is when I basically doom scroll! Sorry for this naive question but how does one start and stick too it as having more time is better then wasting it on IG n stuffs!

[@christopherlane6372]

​@@SamuraiASMimho, it would be time for rebranding your social media. For me, I deleted all social media apps off my phone bc of many reasons. The main reason is doomscrolling and not doing the work I know that needs to be done... all while clocking in to a job I half way like... half life to me = no life or lack... I may be black yet I don't wanna lack. Yet I don't want to let go of social media bc that's where many ppl like me (past, present and future) are likely to be for now. Yet how do I get there? Just gotta do the work.

[@kostaftp]

He is right. 41 years of daily practicing procrastination and laziness have made me a Master in those arts. But you must be consistent ☝️

[@vaughngene]

😂 41 is still young so it’s all good.

[@kostaftp]

@@vaughngene 😂 Yes, I'm halfway to the coffin, but I guess I can also see the glass half full.

[@prisco4118]

😂😂😂😂

[@MaxQuagmire-u3r]

My spirit animal is the guy from office space, I never wanted to do anything. It gets boring after a few years though. 😂

[@prod.winterxphool6227]

Another important part that is helpful and seems super basic, HAVE FUN! You should try to enjoy the process as much as possible and take it slow

[@vaughngene]

Overall yeah, though I do think it’s important for us to know that some parts of learning skills just suck and there’s no way around it Lol. But yes overall I do agree! 👍

[@antlyfts]

This might be the most important video I’ve ever watched on KZbin

[@vaughngene]

Glad it helps! learning how to leverage KZbin can get you really far.

[@Nobody-ht6hq]

I am a high school student, learning to code, teaching myself math, and working out. I'm just trying to do better in general. 10:27 Great advice. Thank you.

[@vaughngene]

that is awesome, by the time you are my age you'll pretty much be able to take over the world. I was so lost in high school Lol. Keep it up though!, you'll probably feel out of place for most of your life but it will pay off well in the long run.

[@swiftgenius8216]

@Nobody-ht6hq how are you teaching yourself math? I'm trying to get into mathematics but I find it intimidating and daunting.... Anyway happy for you knowing what you want and getting it

[@Nobody-ht6hq]

@@swiftgenius8216 Hey there! I totally get that math can feel intimidating, but it's all part of the learning journey. I'd suggest picking up a math book that really grabs your interest and working through all the examples and exercises. KZbin can be super helpful for getting a better grasp of the topics. You might want to check out channels like "The Math Sorcerer" and "Bprp Fast" to keep things fun and interesting while you dive into math. Good luck!

[@Nobody-ht6hq]

@@swiftgenius8216 Hey there! I totally get that math can feel intimidating, but it's all part of the learning journey. I'd suggest picking up a math book that really grabs your interest and working through all the examples and exercises. KZbin can be super helpful for getting a better grasp of the topics. You might want to check out channels like "The Math Sorcerer" and "Bprp Fast" to keep things fun and interesting while you dive into math. Good luck!

[@archieeboyy]

@@swiftgenius8216 I'm self studying math and in the beginning it was kinda intimidating, but it gets easier to understand as you study more the basics :)

[@asdfloschikosdelbarrio2724]

Dude you're like the only person i relate with on youtube, please keep the "polymath" vids coming! As a self-taught everything i feel the same

[@vaughngene]

For sure! 💪 I think there’s a lot of experience I can add to this community overtime. I’m glad it’s helping thus far.

[@YoshiyaMakina]

I've learned more skills as a self-taught student than in school and I'm glad this video got into my recommendations

[@vaughngene]

Nice! Yes I think these days with all the info we have, self-taught is the way to go for many things.

[@imthatbee2024]

School is there for basic and some advance knowledge. Think of it as a foundation. Too many people are disregarding the fundamental things we learnt at school. Teachers I feel should each be equipped to deal with different students learning types in order to get the best out of students.

[@YoshiyaMakina]

@@imthatbee2024 Yep that's true, I got good grades in every subject before going to the self-taught route and despite the lack of resources that are relevant to my strand (STEM), our teachers taught us with great detail and I can see the passion in them when they deliver their words to the students.

[@crispi_6173]

This is a great way to learn as a self teaching student. This is how I began my photography. Learned the basic technicalities of camera settings, then elements of composition, technical lighting and posing. Even to this day I still watch videos about the basics, 6 years into my journey.

[@vaughngene]

Nice, and yeah that's another field where you can REALLY get caught up in collecting ideas and not actually doing them. Well done!

[@MyNamesHunter75]

Biggest pit fall for learning anything online is tutorial hell truly having structure helps loads along with mindset and actually enjoying what it is you want to get good at because when having fun we are actively engaged compared to when bored. Id also like to express take at least one day off a week i feel a lot of people try and go all in and burn themselves out our brains need breaks especially when learning

[@vaughngene]

I agree, and yeah I’m very big on rest as well. It will get its own dedicated video someday since I think it’s heavily overlooked.

[@larryherbert252]

I’ve been talking guitar lessons from excellent teacher, he has a real good ear to pick out the guitar, licks and can transpose any instrument to guitar etc, it’s his EGO Its HARD FOR ME TO DEAL WITH!!!! I said all that to say this: I’ve taken several months off from taking lessons and besides l know the basics of how to go about ear training, chords etc what he showed me, I’ll eventually go back to guitar lessons but for right now l practice what I’ve learned and incorporate new stuff etc

[@vaughngene]

@@larryherbert252 there’s good online teachers that can identify things through zooms Eventually I’ll teach guitar myself once I’m good Lol But yeah do what you can for now! Sounds like you are already on it though 👌

[@noahlani6480]

“If you really want results just get started with whatever you have”

[@vaughngene]

🫡

[@Delete_My_User]

Honestly you've been one of the few reliable Self Improvement KZbinrs, No "Sigma" BS or whatever they say, Just straight to the point content. You saved me from "Self Improvement" Hell, Gotta love these smaller creators Kudos to you my guy

[@vaughngene]

Thank You! , That's really good to hear too cause that's my side quest with this channel. I can't stand that kind of content tbh. Especially because I get looped into that category due to my physique and tattoos Lol. Hopefully one day those guys will find something else to do.

[@zekielrodriguez5229]

Such an underrated concept and great video. I’m one of those people who have such a wide array of interests and I actually have a good work ethic, but too often find myself in that directionless, overwhelemed and distracted state. This is going to be so helpful in this age

[@vaughngene]

Yes absolutely, I felt that exact same way until I made this realization, so you’ll get a lot of results moving forward. All this info is a blessing but also a curse Lol

[@DandyAnnieTime]

a deeply kind and empathetic video full of good advice. you're the mentor many folks need man, thank you.

[@vaughngene]

Glad it helps!

[@rasheedlewis1]

People don’t realize that an entire KZbin video is usually half a class at a school or university lecture. Remember that classes are a year or half a year long and come with homework or lessons that you hate! Festina Lente

[@vaughngene]

Very good point, technically they could tell us everything in 1 day or 2, but it takes a while to fully learn it all. 👌

[@alexandriapeters5688]

@@rasheedlewis1 I never thought of it that way before watching this video. It explains why I've been channel surfing for more information. I'm not really retaining anything in a 5 minute video. Thank you for being this up.

[@blessed7645]

Lol...so true 👍🏾🙂

[@lordzakaogou2106]

I learn how to swim in 1 day by myself from watching video on KZbin . One of the best thing I keep is understand the process and upgrades what you just learn . Now I try to speak Russian , KZbin is one of the greatest creation of the century.

[@vaughngene]

That’s awesome 👏 , diving right into the deep end. Literally in your case.

[@CrowandRaven]

What videos did you use as a base to learn swimming before you got into the pool?

[@lordzakaogou2106]

@@CrowandRaven Christian wedoy .

[@Isaiasguerrerorivas]

As someone who gave up from trying to learn how to draw on my own for almost 8 years (with super slow improvements..) Thanks. You just gave me a reason to try again.

[@vaughngene]

Yeah definitely give it a shot! There’s plenty of self taught artists who do well

[@pablorodriguez1786]

There's definitely a huge benefit in setting a limit to the resources and focusing more on the application of said resources. The amount of videos being produced each day is impossible to keep up with and that leads to overwhelm and procrastination. Great video, great message.

[@vaughngene]

Exactly! So much to consume. As long as we know we aren’t missing anything “spectacular”, I believe it comforts us to take more action.

[@nilawarriorprincess]

Thanks so much for taking the time to make this & the short! I have Sickle Cell Anemia & have been home since October 2019. I started learning to draw & watercolor paint in November 2019. I made great progress, but after spending 3-6 months straight in the hospital & the remaining time at home in bed for 4 years, I broke mentally. I'm from a family of teachers. I love learning & it's why I threw myself into learning a new skill when I couldn't do anything else. I'm finally in both a decent mental & physical space. I've leaned heavily on my faith to find purpose in pain. Yet I'm struggling to dive back into learning again. I'm scared I lost all of my progress & I'm now just collecting various books, courses & YT videos. I can't figure out how to balance & organize my life. Thanks for reminding me that I probably have acquired every resource I need. I just need to stop wasting time searching, get organized & complete my tasks.

[@vaughngene]

Hey really glad this helps! And wish you the best with your health too. I think a lot of this stuff feel better once you start to have some results! So use what you have.

[@komalthecoolk]

This is EXACTLY what I needed to open my eyes. I have a habit of constantly gathering study material which then gives me a satisfaction of having done something but I don't actually use that material to the fullest.

[@vaughngene]

I need this same reminder myself occasionally, And I’m the one who made the video Lol

[@MotherCoconut.]

Hearing you were able to teach yourself so many stuffs all of which are within my interest range as well, was so inspiring. I want to know and learn EVERYTHING TOO HAHA and it was overwhelming as I bounced from one to the next. I'll take this one video seriously and keep coming back to it :)) Might even put edits of my progress if I'm comfy? Thank you, Vaughn!

[@vaughngene]

Awesome! It really looks like there’s a lot of us with these same interests Lol, so I’m glad the info helps. And future comments would be cool for updating! Idk if I’ll be able to keep up with them all as the channel grows but I’ll definitely try to Lol.

[@coconutoil1614]

Mother Coconut please come fetch me, I'm still at school. - Your son, Coconut Oil

[@BrokeTheGamer]

1. Programming 2. Videography/Post processing/editing 3. Guitar 4. Japanese and Russian 5. Drawing 6. Tattooing 7. Comedy Bit Writing 8. Music Production 9. Trophy Truck Suspension Engineering 10. HVAC repair My current obsessions. 😢

[@vaughngene]

Ah yeah you have a long road ahead of you, In a good way! That’s going to be really rewarding as you progress though 👌

[@VubamaxTv]

Me also programming

[@Min_Ye_Lin]

I wrote down some topics and feel like it is too many. But after reading your comment, I've just added a new topic. LOL

[@BrokeTheGamer]

@@Min_Ye_Lin which one!?

[@lucagergely7614]

​@@vaughngeneHi! My question would be if you have more than one interest would you recommend focusing on one for a longer time instead of all of them simultaneously? Like were you learning guitar, piano, japanese at the same time? It's also hard to see how I can make time for all of them.

[@hoiabaciufan]

I have FOMO and had a history of martial arts. When i got injured, this discipline was transferred to my guitar playing, so the balance shifted. Deliberate repetition is key. Do one movement/riff/partial riff for 50 times till you get it right. Frequently doomscrolling or YT shorts got the best of me, but no more. The info and advice that you said and repeated is gold. Love your humbleness! Peace and purpose to you!

[@vaughngene]

Nice! And definitely agree, I will be getting into that subject in the future. Repetition and deliberate practice, Rather than these lazy clickbait methods. And thank you! Happy to see you can take some control again!

[@brettantoni]

Bro, this video was perfectly timed! I was starting to get overwhelmed with the work/improvements I need to make in my music career and subsequently got stuck in the KZbin loop. I'm going to reorganize my tutorial videos and categorize them vs just having them in long playlists and not move to the next one until that particular skill is somewhat proficient. I greatly appreciate the video! 🙏

[@keelanbrown7747]

For me, the hardest part is getting over the nature of those short little 10 minute videos. Videos that are a summation of hundreds or thousands of hours, and that the creators just drop their skills as a set of steps so matter-of-factly. Though it makes sense from the perspective of a teacher as well. When I try to teach my friends something like throwing knives, or juggling, it almost seems impossible to empathize with them because I find it hard to imagine a world where I can't just *feel* how the knife should flow, or *feel* where the next ball is going to land. Quite trippy, lol.

[@vaughngene]

A lot of it is just the coming to terms with the amount of deliberate practice one needs to put in. I do think videos could do a far better job at explicitly saying this, including me Lol. But I hope to make that a normal thing moving forward.

[@crespo1965]

I have formal education and a professional degree but in reality learning how to learn is the greatest skill one could possess to develop competency especially after finishing a formal degree or learning program. It’s impressive that at a seemingly young age you have figured out how to teach yourself anything you want to learn. You also made an astute point at about 4:25 mark. We need to be PATIENT. A five minute video may have material that takes 1 week or a year to learn. Therefore, watch, learn, practice and implement and then observe, relearn and repeat the cycle. You will do great work.

[@vaughngene]

Yes indeed! it's a daily battle but it's worth reminding ourselves.

[@crespo1965]

@@vaughngene the battle continues. I’m also a guitarist so it’s nice to see you axes on the background.

[@Sparkl1ngM1lk]

another fire small channel. i wish you success with this my guy. you deserve it.

[@vaughngene]

Hey Thank You! Happy to help the self taught community 👌

[@areuready2live]

I teach myself everything I want to learn. It started in high school when I realized I don’t learn well from others. I learn better when I teach myself so I went to independent studies and graduated all As and 1 D (in math but that’s passing in California) 2 months earlier than the rest of my class of 2018. So far, I’ve taught myself languages (speak 7 so far but learning 6 more), instruments (4 instruments), workouts/sports, skills in tech and medicine, video editing and photo editing, spiritual practices, etc.

[@vaughngene]

Nice! sounds like you got it going well. Awesome.

[@sacreddrip9461]

Dude you’re amazing!

[@areuready2live]

@@sacreddrip9461 thank you~~!!

[@Dangerouslyoptimystic]

I have been learning Spanish myself with Duolingo and my partner for over a year now. It never occurred to me to structure my learning the way colleges do. You are a genius, my guy. A fucking genius. Thanks for sharing this and changing the way I do things.

[@vaughngene]

Lol aye glad it helps!, funny enough I almost didn't even make this video, though I have been doing this for years. Glad I made it!

[@Voycce-y2j]

Thank you for this video. I appericate you

[@haleycatpawz]

People often tell me I'm overdoing it learning Korean, Spanish, guitar, piano, and software engineering/XR development, and I sometimes worry if they're right, even though I feel like I can balance it all pretty well with a bit more improvement on my management. It's so helpful to see I'm not the only one with so many aspirations & hobbies! These tips are really great! ✨️

[@vaughngene]

Yeah a lot of people will project their poor work ethic onto you, sadly some people listen to them, but if you just ignore it you'll be fine.

[@celsius7451]

@@vaughngenehow do I get better work ethic? I want to learn asl and I’m learning French at school with drumming and working out and bettering my handwriting?

[@Martin-yf5zk]

Daaang! When you are ready, the teacher appears 😁 I sooo needed this! It felt like you were speaking to me directly. Thank you, thank you for this. I'm currently learning piano, play some guitar and exploring creative writing but haven't made any significant roadmap. I've been all over the place, not made any progress in any one of them, but now have a roadmap, to pick one thing and stick to it. I can finally relax knowing I'm not going to be missing out on anything when I stick to one thing.

[@vaughngene]

Hey it’s good you found this then! I’ll be getting more into this concept in future vids!

[@Martin-yf5zk]

@@vaughngene I cannot wait! Honestly, your channel just took the #1 spot in my world 😂

[@Nadya2004]

Finally someone who gets me. I already speak two languages. I learned one in college. I’m currently a singer/songwriter/actress. I practice BJJ whenever I have the budget. I practice yoga consistently. And I’m trying to get a remote job in tech so I can travel so I’m taking a course. And I’m trying to lose weight! So much in one lifetime 😩

[@vaughngene]

Oh nice, That’s definitely a stack of different things too, all of which are difficult. I find that the more diverse it is, the more confused you tend to be until you figure things Lol. Keep it up though!

[@eline7214]

!!! Same goals here girl! Although i am in comp sci right now, practicing taekwondo at home currently but i plan to get into a dojo once i finish college so that i can redirect our budget there instead xD Also want to learn music too, especially electric/bass guitar. And yeah improv and theater for sure. Def on my list of conquering

[@eline7214]

Also side note you have a striking look, its a strong set of facial features. Beautiful ❤ lets get it!! We will achieve our body goalsss

[@Nadya2004]

@@eline7214 oh wow thank you 😊

[@Nadya2004]

@@eline7214 good luck! We got this

[@Skyloftt]

Dude, this is exactly what I needed to watch. I am so overwhelmed on the plethora of info online, free or paid and yet I had no sense of direction. Organizing like the way you showed makes things so much more simple. I also have to trust the process and not worry about the next thing, lesson, or other resources otherwise I would become stressed out and scatterbrained all over again. Thank you so much.

[@vaughngene]

Yeah trusting the process is EVERYTHING, I am going to make a video about Shiny Object Syndrome soon. That should help a lot of people.

[@nutsk4140]

I really loved how sincere and straightforward you were and yet caring. Thank you! I think this video will help me to get more organized. I was always trying to categorize things but ended up confused. I have a clearer vision now how to work on my hobbies and work. Appreciate your video and I followed you. I already want to watch another video on "multiple hobbies' but decided to implement the idea from the video and place the link into the category. I used to do it subconsciously but now it is getting conscious. :)

[@vaughngene]

Hey glad this helped! And thank you! I try to keep my delivery as simple as possible and natural. Just come back whenever you need a refresher.

[@AdpYTExplorer]

I'm going to watch this when I am in a better place, with more time and leisure to enjoy learning new things again. Inshallah for this

[@vaughngene]

For sure 👌, it will be here whenever you are ready .

[@Mariyxh]

your method a Big game changer for me since i never effectively organised all my skills 🙌. thanks Vaughn

[@vaughngene]

No problem! 💪 happy the method helps.

[@alexandrej785]

I relate with these ideas, I also have been trapped in watching a lot of 'theory / best techniques' videos on KZbin. But recently, I started running and forced myself to put less time in the theory stuff. The journey had been more pleasant so far and I got good progress. Keep up with the videos, they are interesting and bring good value

[@vaughngene]

@@alexandrej785 nice, that’s good you have a good feeling from it so far. Seems like your intuition started leading you in the right direction. And will do, thank you! I’m glad they help.

[@danielleepperson3772]

Thanks!

[@vaughngene]

Thank you 🙏 Gald this helped.

[@sabzuniga]

Hey Vaughn! Just wanted to appreciate what you do and for being real! I've never seen anyone like you who cares more about how we can learn and less about getting views and engagement. And I'm genuinely learning concepts too! You have really great insights and as someone who has a lot of hobbies, I can see how I could apply your advice into handling them all well. I'm really glad I encountered your channel today!

[@vaughngene]

That's good to hear, and thank you. Means a lot. I purposefully try to detach from metrics on this channel so it comes out as natural as possible.

[@sayhi2kojo1]

Formal education will make you a living, Self education will make you a fortune. Jim Rohn

[@vaughngene]

Indeed

[@Aleinationss]

I’ve been trying to learn guitar, french, and roller skating for the longest time but I keep failing to actually apply the small skills that I learn. This video helped me out so much in figuring out where to start set up wise so I know where to go next

[@vaughngene]

Aye awesome! Glad this helps, That’s a cool list too.

[@syndcte]

1. Graphic Design 2. Photography 3. Book Binding 4. Paper Making 5. Film Making 6. Calisthenics 7. Furniture Restoration 8. Loving Myself

[@quincydavaughn]

“Stick to one video” i love this advice

[@vaughngene]

Simple but extremely effective. The comfort of knowing you aren't missing something 'magical' really helps.

[@jessc99]

4:57 so true

[@chaquitamiller2537]

This is the exact experience I’ve had trying to learn how to play the guitar. I watched the 10 minute beginner video and felt like it should take me only 10 minutes to master. I got frustrated and stopped and haven’t picked up my guitar since. I’ve told myself the story that I need a teacher but this makes so much sense and I will pick up the video again with the insight you’ve shared. Thank you for your perspective.

[@vaughngene]

Yeah I really wish that more 'teachers' would REALLY express that it takes a while to get the reps in. Even the major scale for example. It takes 5 minutes to run through it in all 12 keys from the chart. But that takes months to memorize and really get it under your fingers. I will make a guitar course years from now and I really want to make that the main point of it. the tutorial really is 1% of the equation.

[@Pro-Verbs-gn4iu]

Very well-spoken, sir. It has been helpful to me, in how I have learned since I was approx. 11, teaching "myself" how to play the piano, organ, and drums...now I am 65. The biggest criteria or ingredient is FOCUS!!!

[@vaughngene]

Very nice! yeah focus is the key. I'll talk more about this in the future!

[@patirice8490]

Your advice is spot on. I find myself constantly searching for the next tutorial that will be the magic one when I just really need to start practicing.

[@vaughngene]

Yep, coming to terms with the fact there there is no perfect plan is freeing 🙌

[@spontaneousbootay]

the biggest mistake is thinking that youll remember everything, and for me, anything. keep notes. fantastic video

[@vaughngene]

Notes are good as long as we look at them. Otherwise re-learning makes it stick. That's typically what I do since I neglect my notes Lol.

[@spontaneousbootay]

@@vaughngene theyre like movies. better when you forget them and you can do revisions.

[@onyeanunaprince9081]

You don't have filler words in your speech. I'm sure you practiced alot for this. Well done! Excellent video too man.

[@vaughngene]

Thank you! I have had a lot of exp public speaking. Wasn’t always like this though Lol. Used to be horrendous.

[@anotherpromotor]

I don't think I've ever subscribed from just one video, but this video alone was just so inspiring that I had to. good luck on your learning journey!

[@vaughngene]

Hey glad I could help! It's definitely something that has gotten me quite far over the years

[@justforjacob]

there are no words to describe how happy i am to have found this video. everything about you and your content is amazing. really no words to adequately describe it man. you deserve all the success you have and even more than that. you've probably helped thousands of people with just this one video dude. i find that incredible. keep on shining

[@vaughngene]

Thank you. Means a lot. And really glad it helps. I'll have more on teaching yourself things in future content too. It's something I think the world is shifting more to these days.

[@ataraxiastemple]

glad you mentioned this because i’ve realized that this is the only way to go. currently working on swimming, and i’ve gotten so much further than where i was when I first started. my swim teacher helped for about two weeks, and she just told me “you’ve got this. don’t be afraid”. after getting over myself, I took the chance and started going to the pool consistently and took on structured plans i found on the internet. I can now go about 200m non stop at a moderate pace, after being unable to float or crawl past 5ft. It’s really challenging, but i’ve never felt more in tune with how much potential I have, if only I put myself out there

[@vaughngene]

Nice! That’s a lot of progress too, I used to do scuba diving in the Navy, so there was a small bit of swimming but mostly floating. But to learn 200m at a pace from only being able to float is really good. Doesn’t sound like much to the average person but that’s a lot Lol.

[@lilkeyla5769]

0:11 right off the bat, so true.. everytime i try to learn i often get overwhelmed by it all at first before trying todo it at own pace and way. Ima have to save this video for later since i have work tomorrow and its getting late. Im reteaching myself stuff rn and this video was perfect. trying to get out of stuck mindset i had

[@vaughngene]

Yeah just come back and reference this as much as you need to! It’s kinda like a textbook. Just use it when you need it and then go do your thing! 👌

[@ASKB22]

Funny cuz video after video and suddenly I find this one and it’s straight up what I needed to hear learning guitar piano and singing I’ve been stuck in how to progress but with this video here… I’m just saying 11/10 content brother!

[@vaughngene]

🙏

[@deezel3176]

Maaaaan.....I really appreciate you! I've wasted years upon years of wanting and desiring to do so many things with so many talents and abilities that I have, but never took action due to fear, fear of failure, and even fear of success. You've inspired me along with encouraging me to start doing. Thank you! Peace, peace, peace, and prosperity unto you, in your life, and all of your interests!

[@vaughngene]

Hey glad this could get you on the right track a bit. It's easy for us to get lost in our minds (especially me) which led me to this method a while ago.

[@deezel3176]

@@vaughngene You motivated me man, you have no idea, keep doing what you do! It's needed! I get lost in my mind a little too much...ha! I definitely need to have better control over it and not let it keep me stagnate. I appreciate you!

[@Danielgarymusic]

Bro.. I’ve got real bad ADHD.. the way you explains things is exactly what I need to hear. Your channels awesome.. I think a lot of us here are neurodiverse and appreciate the advice!

[@Aaeea]

This video is hands down one of the most informative and inspiring pieces of content I’ve found on KZbin. Your advice on how to effectively learn things online on your own was exactly what I needed. You made the entire process feel achievable, and the sincerity in your delivery really stood out-something that’s rare to find these days. I’m genuinely excited to dive into my own learning journey (becoming a software engineer/developer). In fact, I’m planning to create an inspirational header on my Notion board right above the beginner level of my course outline, and I’ll be including a link to this video there. Thank you so much for sharing this incredible video!

[@vaughngene]

Man that means a lot, thank you! 🙏 My goal is to make it as clear and as honest as possible and see if it works for others, so that’s really good to hear. And no problem! More coming overtime. 👌

[@gorillasalesguy]

Fantastic and actionable advice. Thank you, Vaughn. It's easy to get caught up in consuming content and the dopaminergic response tricks you into thinking you're actually "learning". This is a better and more productive way.

[@vaughngene]

No problem. I used to feel that same exact response you are talking about too. But I eventually realized I had no results lol. Glad this helps.

[@bourge66]

You reminded me to hold onto my creative dreams. I’m in my 50’s and always said I wanted to go back to taking piano lessons, fFench and Spanish

[@vaughngene]

Glad to help! Never too late.

[@dustincutri6514]

I needed this video so much more than you needed single sub.. thank you for your time! Thank you so much.

[@bridgetrottier5545]

I have always wanted to play the violin but could never afford lessons or a violin for that matter. For my birthday this year my friend bought me a violin and I've been teaching myself since by watching KZbin videos however I didn't know how to structure my learning process which was quite frustrating so thank you very much for this video. It has given me a clearer view of the path I should take and has really given me the confidence that I can learn on my own. Thank you! 😊

[@vaughngene]

Glad it helps, Despite what some people say, there is no “correct” order to learn music in general so, go for it.

[@PRINCENOIR-t2c]

I think the most important thing is to love to learn and to be curious. If you have that, you will learn things and be good at them because that’s all you want to do. I am like that, I know that I can be interested in one thing and dive into it night and days for months, years, decades. Ultimately you become good at them

[@vaughngene]

Agreed

[@justme_7181]

thank you so much,i don't know how to explain it but your video actually somehow put the impact on me and it's the first time i ever actually watched a whole video of someone talking about valuable stuffs. thank you for the video man, great work honestly

[@vaughngene]

Hey thank you! That means a lot considering all the videos out here.

[@Charlie_the_poet]

Thanks for making this video. I'm currently teaching myself computer science and I want to learn music theory and read books as a habit. This has helped me to organize my mind and actually apply the plans I make without panicking, which I usually do when there's more than one subject I want to learn. You are very talented and informative :)

[@cptcaveman221069]

I don't usually comment on videos, but this is the exact information I needed to hear. I've plateaued as a musician, overwhelmed by too much content and not having structure to what I need to learn next. Taking the time to design a curriculum and organising available content into your own course is incredibly useful, and just adding this stage of planning can change everything.

[@vaughngene]

It’s extremely helpful when you realize how much you can get from just a few videos too!

[@kevincallejas3408]

I’m on a journey to learning to write songs. The timing of me landing in this videos is perfect, will apply your advice man 🙏🏽 Been a software engineer for 9 years, would be more than glad to help anyone learning it. Loved the jujutsu kaisen reference ❤

[@AW-ky2in]

I've been feeling overwhelmed by KZbin content and having so many things I want to learn. This was really helpful information and also calming. I came away from this video feeling more organized in my own mind and capable of learning the things I want to learn. Thank you for your videos. Keep up the great work ❤️

[@vaughngene]

Glad it helps! and Thanks!

[@thaisminaknnedy1065]

I feel blessed to have found this video, and this channel overall. After watching this I have to say guilt is filling my soul, hours wasted, endless KZbin videos saved to be watched later to find out it was useless in the end. I’m going to take in board what you shared and see what happens. Bless you and thank you

[@vaughngene]

It happens, and happens to everyone so it's apart of it. I've been in KZbin hell before too for a long time so I'm no stranger to it. Glad this helps!

[@SuraDoes]

It took so much effort to watch your video without scrolling or getting distracted. It’s not you, you’re easy to listen to. It’s me!!! I need to practice focusing on one thing and sustain that focus.

[@vaughngene]

Acknowledging that is a lot though!, and I’d say don’t stress it too much. Focus in the general term, is a matter of ‘re-focusing’ after you get distracted. That’s how I see it at least. I’ll talk about this someday here!

[@SuraDoes]

@ it’s a journey, but I’ll get there! I might need to trade my iPhone in for a flip phone soon. 🤣

[@kipkiphoera]

Your video resonates well with my strategies. What also helps for me (especially for the beginner phase) is just a course book (works better for academic topics, but also for other stuff). It forces you more towards the fact that the real work is mostly done offline. And it avoids the rabbit hole youtube.

[@vaughngene]

Nice 👌, good idea.

[@LuaShine]

I'm in the third semester of college in math and just now I got started in the groove of being motivated to study and read. really looking forward to learn how to study properly. really nice and soothing video

[@vaughngene]

Nice it’s a process but you’ll get there, and thank you!

[@JonEleyetGuitar]

"Even one video studied and acted upon to its fullest extent can be worth thousands of hours of searching through material and barely applying it" That about sums it up 🙌

[@vaughngene]

Indeed, and as a guitarist yourself I’m sure you know that. There’s 1000 different ways to get good, but none of them involve sitting around looking for a perfect course.

[@asha8859]

This makes me feel better. I’m learning Korean, Spanish and Guitar. I thought I was overdoing it. I genuinely enjoy learning and won’t ever stop.

[@vaughngene]

Yep, learning is not a 'task' like we are taught to believe, it actually makes you feel alive imo.

[@FreedomLifeTrader]

This is right approach for learning news skill. I usually listen one content over over again

[@ezmima1175]

As someone who considers herself a jack of all trades but a master of none, this really helped me put things into perspective!! I love this video!! Thank you for your tips!!

[@sunsgettingreallow8318]

You got it! Remember the full quote is "Jack of all trades is a master of none, but oftentimes better than a master of one”

[@vaughngene]

Nice! And anytime 👌

[@withintheanomaly]

Learning Japanese and really want to take a course, but didn't know how to organize myself so i can stay on course with my goal to be fluent. This helps me a lot, thank you for taking the time to make the vid!

[@vaughngene]

Hey No problem! I have some stuff about how I went about learning Japanese, coming soon. It should help a lot.

[@Joshosophy]

Honestly love this channel so much. It spoke to me perfectly as I also play piano, guitar, learn Japanese, and learn coding. I’d say I was thinking about going away from coding and moving to cinematography. But seeing you learn each one, I think I’ll get back to coding. I downloaded notion and I’m gonna see if I can create learning schedule to stick to. Thank you so much for giving me the push to do so. Truly doing God’s work.

[@vaughngene]

Nice! just take it one day at a time, and you got it!

[@lenorasutton5869]

You are the first Person I have seen that really get what I have been thinking All alone , Fill up on what you really Love❤ and believe you Need, Let it soak in and start working on it as you soak and run with it, don't get stressed. enjoy and keep it moving, Pray 🙏as the Holy Spirit Leads, Use Your Faith and Follow. Jesus, Who Taught me to WriteSong's,Play Guitar, Keyboard, Sing , Praise & Worship as a Psalmist of the Lord. I Thank God , For Leading me to Your Page. Blessings's to You. in Jesus Name Amen

[@vaughngene]

Amen 🙏

[@yreanna_munoz]

This is the best video I’ve seen in a while. Im experiencing this type of mentality rn, cause I used to had a barrier as a musician because i used to spend hours searching for the perfect method and at the end didn’t do anything because i was exhausted of searching. But now working only with what i have, made me have a huge improvement. Nowadays we are so over saturated of information that it makes us feel we need to do things quickly because if not we are behind or we aren’t good enough and it isn’t true.😊

[@vaughngene]

Yes indeed, I’ll talk more about the myth of learning the perfect way and why it should be ignored.

[@tristanrujano]

I’ve heard it said there’s two modes of learning, equally important. Input, and output. As you said we often give ourselves and information overload, input, without ever taking the opportunity to learn from it through action, output. I think you’re spot on about structured learning being the main difference. I need to write this all out and stop trying to learn things I think of, on the spot that in reality will take time

[@vaughngene]

Yes indeed, I think it's been overlooked a lot these days but I want to hopefully change that.

[@fayolaantonius3999]

Hey Vaughn, thank you so much for posting this video. It restores the trust in the self for reaching desired goals on multiple domains. I appreciate your reasurance that self-taught learning is equally valid and valuable.

[@vaughngene]

Hey glad it helps 🙌

[@chrizzo7782]

Do you mind create a notion template for us to use? It’ll be really helpful. Thanks again for the amazing videos!

[@vaughngene]

I can look into this in the future yeah! For sure.

[@chrizzo7782]

@@vaughngene thanks for the quick response! I appreciate it brother

[@DarkRana]

This must be by far one of the BEST video's I have ever watched. I've 'wasted' many, many, many hours and hours watching, consuming video's on various topics I want to learn. I made many playlists on those topics. And never implemented any of it, because of FOMO, because of wanting to gather the best of the best on all topics. So I am very grateful to Vaughn Gene for putting out this video. Thank you!

[@vaughngene]

Hey thank you, Really glad this helps. I have more coming soon about FOMO and Shiny Object Syndrome as well. That may help a bit.

[@crumbs9771]

I really appreciate you for this video. Ive been going through a rough patch, a lot of walls are closing in around me. I'm an employee at a warehouse, but I've been finding passion and joy through art, sketches in my notebook, they've helped me find parts of myself that I feel have been discarded over the years. I'm currently trying to rekindle my drive to voice act. 2023 really did a number on me, but im still hanging in there, trying my best.

[@vaughngene]

Nice! Well seems like you at least have a path which is good. The ability to work is a blessing too along with doing other stuff outside of that. I learned this when I had a rib injury from Judo years ago and I couldn’t do anything with my torso without pain. The only thing I wanted to do was work Lol. Glad you are finding a path tho!

[@daughteroftheking01]

As a person with many interests and hobbies, I’ve watched a plethora of videos like this, but this by far is #1. You gave me step by step and cautionary things to look out for instead of just motivating me and leaving me ENTHUSIASTIC.. with no plan. Great great great great great great video. Thanks

[@vaughngene]

Hey thank you, that means a lot 🙏, I try to lead with my results and hope that my approach works for everyone else too. So glad you found it helpful!

[@avrilteaches]

Such a great mentality to have adopted which I’m constantly preaching to my students. So many want results yesterday & believe they’re incompetent for not attaining it then. When in actuality commitment, consistency, making “mistakes” your friend along with enjoying the process are key! Good luck on your journey(s)!

[@vaughngene]

Indeed, and same to you! Thank you.

[@bbk6848]

Nice and refreshing to know there's people out there with the same mindset. Thanks for the efforts on your channel, you are helping 100s 🙏🏻 Coming across people like you in this growth mindset is just a blessing.

[@vaughngene]

Anytime! ☀

[@4b6t]

Thank you 💕💕 I've been feeling pressured lately because I want to do so many things all at once but I can't even begin learning them w/o feeling overwhelmed. Such helpful advice! It's really important that you must apply whatever you've learned.

[@vaughngene]

Yes exactly! I think we are all a victim of this until we really make the intention to implement what we have. Like I said, it’s still a daily battle for me Lol. But so far so good. Glad you found it helpful!