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@BrandonK, Brandon, depending on what type of song you want to play, you could probably start playing a song today. Horse with no Name for example is basically an E minor with some variations. A very simple way is just form the E minor shape, and for the next chord, just drop your ring finger down to the next string. Not the way it is written, but a fun way to get started. The E minor is one of the easiest shapes to make. There are tons of easy songs with only two chords.
Consistency is your friend. Just try to be consistent. You will hit walls, and you won’t think you are progressing, or can’t get past something. Just stay consistent, and try to play everyday even if it is just a couple of minutes. You will progress. I’ve only been playing for three years, and didn’t think I would be doing fingerstyle or flat picking thinking that was way too advanced at this early stage. I was really just a strummer until joining TAC. Now I’m doing all sorts of stuff. It really keeps it fun.