I just started playing electric guitar about a month ago but I'm not sure where to start to learn. I have ADHD and I get overwhelmed very quickly. Anyone have useful advice or resources? If you want to DM me and help, that is appreciated as well. Thanks!

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JusJeyk · Answer

Hey, I also struggle with ADHD! While I don't play instruments, I do have some tips to help you out. (: I've noticed one of the hardest things for me as a person with ADHD is starting things, or sometimes not starting things. It might help to keep your guitar out on a stand, otherwise your brain will forget it's even there. If your guitar is in its case, it doesn’t exist. If you struggle with focusing for large portions of time, don't do long practice sessions. Even if it's just 5 minutes, it will make a difference. (: For tutorials/practice and learning in general you can use https://www.justinguitar.com It's free, structured, and tells you exactly what to practice and for how long.

Ferrari · Answer

@jusjeyk wrote:

Hey, I also struggle with ADHD! While I don't play instruments, I do have some tips to help you out. (: I've noticed one of the hardest things for me as a person with ADHD is starting things, or sometimes not starting things. It might help to keep your guitar out on a stand, otherwise your brain will forget it's even there. If your guitar is in its case, it doesn’t exist. If you struggle with focusing for large portions of time, don't do long practice sessions. Even if it's just 5 minutes, it will make a difference. (: For tutorials/practice and learning in general you can use https://www.justinguitar.com It's free, structured, and tells you exactly what to practice and for how long.

Thank you for not giving me an answer that involved AI. Justin Guitar seems really cool so I'll have to check it out (as I've been recommended to his content by a few other friends as well). I'll have my guitar out near my closet for now on instead of being put up Thanks for the advice!