When forming a new behavior, start in boring easy mode
When forming a new behavior, start in boring easy mode

It is easy to over enthusiastic, the initial hype causes you to underestimate the friction of adopting new habit once the hype is over.

Constraint yourself to an easy target: 10 minute of guitar practice, 10 flashcards, 1 note review per day. The itch is intentional, leave yourself hunger for the next day.