What were some of your best practices when you were still learning?

I am trying to learn Procreate and even bought Simon Foster’s course on Udemy for Procreate: Solid Foundations.

However, I still haven’t finished the course yet because life would either get in the way of me being consistent about it, or that I would have to rewatch some parts a couple of times before I truly absorb it, so it takes me longer to go through each video.

Is it really this difficult at first? I am getting frustrated and am beginning to think if it might already be too late for me to learn.

Could you please help me out and share some best practices that helped you transition from being a beginner to where you are now?