7 simple, science-backed tips to help you learn ANY skill faster (from @hubermanlab) Most people quit too early. Here's how your brain actually learns and what you can do to 10x your progress: 🧵

1/ Know your practice types: Open-loop: No feedback, just repetition (piano scales). Closed-loop: Real-time feedback (basketball shooting). Start with open-loop to build foundation. Move to closed-loop to refine. Your brain learns differently for each.

2/ Embrace the "Super Mario Effect" Treat mistakes like a game where errors don't matter. When you expect mistakes instead of fearing them, you improve way faster. The brain responds better to curiosity than criticism

3/ Stop overthinking. Start repeating. "People tend to overthink, but really, you just need more reps" - @hubermanlab Your brain adapts through volume, not analysis. The more attempts means faster learning

4/ Mistakes are your superpower Neuroplasticity (brain's ability to change) is HIGHEST when making errors. Your brain rewires itself more when you fail than when you succeed. Reframe errors as learning moments, not failures

5/ Master the "do nothing" protocol After practice: Sit quietly for 10-15 minutes with NO distractions (no phone, no talking). Why? Your brain replays and consolidates what you just learned during idle time

6/ Start super slow, then speed up For motor skills: Practice ultra-slow first. Moving slowly makes you more aware of errors and helps correct them faster. Example: Learning dance? Master it slow, then gradually increase speed

7/ Use a metronome (not just for music!) Using a metronome improves timing and accuracy for ANY skill requiring precision. It keeps steady rhythm, making movements smoother and more automatic.