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That's an amazing idea! I am a gamer too, so I keep my guitar just beside my computer, unfortunately can't keep my mouse and keyboard away lol. Another important tip, keep the phone away, if not possible then disable social media notifications. One notification ruins everything.
maybe you should try this: since you play on PC, put guitar on the chair, which you use, when are on a computer, this way, guitar gets on your way and reminds you, that hey! if you want to sit here, you have to pick me up and practice a little
Easy: first, I bought a stand for the guitar, and it stands directly next to my escritorio where I not only see the beauty all day but it is in direct reach, secondly I have a payed lesson once a week, therefore even if its just for a few minutes, l want to show some progress until the next lesson and thirdly I bought your beautifully arranged Star-Wars-medley notes and aim at playing this until summer
Listening to you, I'd be almost convinced you're a mortal like the rest of us! Definitely a great tip for whatever thing you're trying to get done, not just guitar. I also struggled with this willpower issue, years ago. With time, working on it became unnecessary -my guitar gradually turned into a comforting/reassuring object, something I'd go for when I felt down; and since this was a time with many such lows, playing became a fallback activity -a habit. It was more and more soothing. Now that I am more technically able, I often just improvise random stuff and enjoy that freedom (when I'm not studying your arrangements).
I have mine mounted on the wall (can't put in on the floor or the toddler will mess with it). Putting it within arm's reach made a big difference for me!
I bought a stand two years ago when buying a guitar for my step grandson. It really did help my play more and become a better player. This really does work. Thanks
FWIW, when I returned to guitar a few year back, that '20 second thing' is exactly what I noticed. And I 'solved it' exactly the same way - with a guitar stand and my guitar sitting right next to my practice station.
Love the idea of controller in the case below the neck. Unfortunately I play games on PC and sit at my desk almost all day. I do indeed have my guitar next to me on a stand all day while I work (but I have to teach throughout the day so I need it next to me), so one thing I do when I get off work and play games is play exercises during load screens and between matches of COD or FN or whatever I'm playing. Video games give you more than enough time to get a few scales in between all the loading! I do the same thing if I'm reading something or editing audio or video files where I don't need to have my hands on the mouse and keyboard -- 5 minutes of time for exercises or that tricky passage in Ponce or whatever. Another tip: even if the rest of the house is still sleeping, practice early in the morning (with coffee of course) and use a sock under the strings by the bridge as a mute so you can get in some time before work -- but do it before you pick up your phone or look at social media. Helps for busy schedules like mine. Thanks, Nathan, for the great video! Peace.
This really works. I bought a guitar 3 years ago and I only actively played it a couple months. Now it's literally an arm's reach away, so with daily practice 3-4 weeks ago I was still playing the most basic rendition of Ode to Joy, now I'm playing Bourrée by Bach (not the most elaborate version either, but all the notes are there).
@@BeyondTheGuitarAcademy Thanks. It was really surprising for me too, especially because I still am barely good enough to always find the right string with my picking hand, but I found that if I just "let it happen" it goes better. The more effort I want to put into it, the more I mess up.
this 20 second rule is so true. I actually already noticed this about myself, that I practiced guitar more when I laid it out on my guitar stand instead of putting it into my case. I'm going to try to figure out what my distractions are now and figure out how best to avoid them and also how to integrate this rule into other aspects of my life.
My guitar is right near my desk where I spend a lot of time. Whenever I get bored, even while watching a video on youtube, I'd pick up my guitar and play, sometimes improvising. This video is totally right, accessibility completely makes the difference, and if my guitar was in my case, I'd never want to get it out and play.
Yesss! That's what I tried to implement a few days back. I brought the guitar into my bedroom where I spend most of my time now(due to lockdown). Now I pick up the guitar more than often but I end up playing just a few easy pieces and then pick up my phone to check on other stuffs. I do like put it on DND but can't really resist touching my phone in the middle of my practice. Any tips to stay motivated for a bit longer?😃😃
Listen to Episode 3 of our Podcast (link in description) about Productivity. Do Not Disturb doesn't make it inconvenient to pick up the phone. You need to make it inconvenient. By putting your phone on the opposite side of the house while you're practicing, for example.
I think developing a time to practice and setting an alarm to remind you is a good way to approach this issue. Nathan, I see that your guitar is rather expensive, I suspect. Leaving it on a a stand subjects it to various dangers of damage, from humidity and temperature changes, to dogs and young children ( or others) from knocking it over and putting, at the very least, a serious “ding” in it. I think a guitar you value should always be kept in a case when not being played. Find a different way to incorporate the 20 second rule into your life. I practice daily, at least 1 to 2 hours, at the same time every day. At other times, I’ll just get it out and do a set of warm ups. That’s my thoughts on the 20 second rule. E
Hi I’m still a beginner on fingerstyle guitar and I don’t know how to tabbed it out. I tend to do it on Google docs but can you do a tutorial on how to tabbed out on a software?
I had no idea that people actually struggling so bad with practicing, I mean you gotta enjoy it because It's the only way to improve, as we all know "No pain, no gain"
What I did was that I was always afraid my kids would reck the hell out of my guitar so I used to keep it away making me practice less and less, So I just bought a very very cheap yet playable 30$ guitar and always put it on the couch , so it is reachable. Kids kick it all the time and I don't even care 😂 Guitar is always near me and I pick it up now and then and practice. Very helpful solution for me. Buy a practice guitar.
I usually put my guitar next to my computer on a stand so whenever I die in a game or if I’m waiting or loading I just pick up the guitar and play bits at a time
Haha exactly! Perfect example of how this can be applied in many areas. If you're trying to wake up on time, make it less convenient to hit that snooze button!
Want to learn how to create your own classical and fingerstyle guitar arrangements? Get started by taking my free training, "Fretboard Freedom", where I teach you how to find and play chords anywhere on the fretboard: beyondtheguitar.com/get-started/
That's an amazing idea! I am a gamer too, so I keep my guitar just beside my computer, unfortunately can't keep my mouse and keyboard away lol.
Another important tip, keep the phone away, if not possible then disable social media notifications. One notification ruins everything.
Haha I dunno I think that mouse could be hidden somewhere easily if need be
maybe you should try this: since you play on PC, put guitar on the chair, which you use, when are on a computer, this way, guitar gets on your way and reminds you, that hey! if you want to sit here, you have to pick me up and practice a little
I think the 20-second rule could work for all instruments ... thanks for sharing this wonderful idea!
Oh it definitely can! And really any other habit we're trying to form... exercise, healthy eating, etc.
Easy:
first, I bought a stand for the guitar, and it stands directly next to my escritorio where I not only see the beauty all day but it is in direct reach,
secondly I have a payed lesson once a week, therefore even if its just for a few minutes, l want to show some progress until the next lesson and thirdly I bought your beautifully arranged Star-Wars-medley notes and aim at playing this until summer
Listening to you, I'd be almost convinced you're a mortal like the rest of us! Definitely a great tip for whatever thing you're trying to get done, not just guitar.
I also struggled with this willpower issue, years ago. With time, working on it became unnecessary -my guitar gradually turned into a comforting/reassuring object, something I'd go for when I felt down; and since this was a time with many such lows, playing became a fallback activity -a habit. It was more and more soothing. Now that I am more technically able, I often just improvise random stuff and enjoy that freedom (when I'm not studying your arrangements).
I love that! It becomes more rewarding as you see progress, which makes you want to practice more, so it becomes this virtuous cycle.
I have mine mounted on the wall (can't put in on the floor or the toddler will mess with it). Putting it within arm's reach made a big difference for me!
I bought a stand two years ago when buying a guitar for my step grandson. It really did help my play more and become a better player. This really does work.
Thanks
Simple yet effective! Thanks for watching Jack
FWIW, when I returned to guitar a few year back, that '20 second thing' is exactly what I noticed. And I 'solved it' exactly the same way - with a guitar stand and my guitar sitting right next to my practice station.
It's simple, but you'd be surprised how many people underestimate how effective it is
Love the idea of controller in the case below the neck. Unfortunately I play games on PC and sit at my desk almost all day. I do indeed have my guitar next to me on a stand all day while I work (but I have to teach throughout the day so I need it next to me), so one thing I do when I get off work and play games is play exercises during load screens and between matches of COD or FN or whatever I'm playing. Video games give you more than enough time to get a few scales in between all the loading! I do the same thing if I'm reading something or editing audio or video files where I don't need to have my hands on the mouse and keyboard -- 5 minutes of time for exercises or that tricky passage in Ponce or whatever. Another tip: even if the rest of the house is still sleeping, practice early in the morning (with coffee of course) and use a sock under the strings by the bridge as a mute so you can get in some time before work -- but do it before you pick up your phone or look at social media. Helps for busy schedules like mine. Thanks, Nathan, for the great video! Peace.
Great advice, Dave. Thanks for sharing! Love that idea of making use of the time between matches
This really works. I bought a guitar 3 years ago and I only actively played it a couple months. Now it's literally an arm's reach away, so with daily practice 3-4 weeks ago I was still playing the most basic rendition of Ode to Joy, now I'm playing Bourrée by Bach (not the most elaborate version either, but all the notes are there).
That's amazing! Congrats Dominic.
@@BeyondTheGuitarAcademy Thanks. It was really surprising for me too, especially because I still am barely good enough to always find the right string with my picking hand, but I found that if I just "let it happen" it goes better. The more effort I want to put into it, the more I mess up.
this 20 second rule is so true. I actually already noticed this about myself, that I practiced guitar more when I laid it out on my guitar stand instead of putting it into my case. I'm going to try to figure out what my distractions are now and figure out how best to avoid them and also how to integrate this rule into other aspects of my life.
Awesome! Yeah the distraction part isn't always as obvious, but it's equally important. I'd love to hear what you come up with
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keep it going this will be 1M followers one day
Guess I'm going to buy 4 more guitars and leave each one in every room in my house
Haha I think you're on to something
How many guitars does one need?
Just one more. Always just one more
Just wait until you have to start looking for a bigger place because you're running out of room for all your gear. Good times.
My guitar is right near my desk where I spend a lot of time. Whenever I get bored, even while watching a video on youtube, I'd pick up my guitar and play, sometimes improvising. This video is totally right, accessibility completely makes the difference, and if my guitar was in my case, I'd never want to get it out and play.
I'm a new member of the community. I love your videos Nathan!
Yesss! That's what I tried to implement a few days back. I brought the guitar into my bedroom where I spend most of my time now(due to lockdown). Now I pick up the guitar more than often but I end up playing just a few easy pieces and then pick up my phone to check on other stuffs. I do like put it on DND but can't really resist touching my phone in the middle of my practice. Any tips to stay motivated for a bit longer?😃😃
Listen to Episode 3 of our Podcast (link in description) about Productivity. Do Not Disturb doesn't make it inconvenient to pick up the phone. You need to make it inconvenient. By putting your phone on the opposite side of the house while you're practicing, for example.
@@BeyondTheGuitarAcademy Thanks a lot, sir! You are the best!😊😊
Nice video! Thanks Nathan!
You're very welcome! Thanks for watching, Fran
I think developing a time to practice and setting an alarm to remind you is a good way to approach this issue. Nathan, I see that your guitar is rather expensive, I suspect. Leaving it on a a stand subjects it to various dangers of damage, from humidity and temperature changes, to dogs and young children ( or others) from knocking it over and putting, at the very least, a serious “ding” in it. I think a guitar you value should always be kept in a case when not being played. Find a different way to incorporate the 20 second rule into your life. I practice daily, at least 1 to 2 hours, at the same time every day. At other times, I’ll just get it out and do a set of warm ups. That’s my thoughts on the 20 second rule. E
Hi I’m still a beginner on fingerstyle guitar and I don’t know how to tabbed it out. I tend to do it on Google docs but can you do a tutorial on how to tabbed out on a software?
I had no idea that people actually struggling so bad with practicing, I mean you gotta enjoy it because It's the only way to improve, as we all know "No pain, no gain"
Some people struggle more than others, but most people at least go through seasons where their willpower and motivation is lacking
If a person is starting guitar from scratch, is there a channel on UA-cam you recommend?
What I did was that I was always afraid my kids would reck the hell out of my guitar so I used to keep it away making me practice less and less,
So I just bought a very very cheap yet playable 30$ guitar and always put it on the couch , so it is reachable.
Kids kick it all the time and I don't even care 😂
Guitar is always near me and I pick it up now and then and practice.
Very helpful solution for me.
Buy a practice guitar.
so as a pc player i should hide my keyboard? xD
I usually put my guitar next to my computer on a stand so whenever I die in a game or if I’m waiting or loading I just pick up the guitar and play bits at a time
There you go!
I also do dat yeyyy
My problem is the complete opposite, I don't get enough study now that I just started a masters because I play guitar all day.
I do this all the time, I have ally my guitars in the room i watch the most netflix and play videogames. So I play way more, but thx for the tip
Great!
well the hardest part is gettin out of bed cuz ma phone is always next to ma bed so i just have to put ma phone in the closet haha
Haha exactly! Perfect example of how this can be applied in many areas. If you're trying to wake up on time, make it less convenient to hit that snooze button!
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My guitar stays on a stand next to my desk, where I do most of my work.
Textbook 20-second rule. Makes a big difference!
My cat likes to pull the strings with his teeth when I leave it on the stand.
You should rename the channel to "Nathan attacks his viewers" ❤️
Haha it's all love my dude
Yeap, it happens
By take out my guitar from case
I sleep with Daisy (my guitar) it's on the side of my bed
Your advice is absolutely right ..... I would personally I would also keep the guitar in bed with me but my wife disagrees .....
😂
Anyway .... And jokes aside .... Congratulations for your channel .... Very useful and interesting....🔝🔝🔝
Alisson becker?
You're great. I realy want to be your youtube friend. :3
Me too
I destroyed 69 likes...I made 70.
Somebody had to do it
@@BeyondTheGuitarAcademy Yeah...good video!
I need to play less, the whole place is collapsing around me.