Retired so have more time to play all the guitars that are currently wall decorations 
. I mean some ass kicking to get me to actually practice (I do play daily but not advancing). Any suggestions?
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I think the best way to improve is play with others, so I would say join a band, which is something I hope to do.
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Best motivation is intrinsic motivation, motivation from “within you”
Usually, setting goals to things you want to achieve is a good first step towards that
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Yeah you are right. Retired now so have the time. Also very lazy
Welcome to the community Steve!
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Thank you.
Welcome to our Community Steve! You say you play daily but not advancing…a simple idea coming to my mind: you could try to start from one or couple of songs you really like and you already can play, think how you could improve/develop them and just try.
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Learn and play songs. Songs songs songs. Play with others, find music clubs and gatherings in your area and join in.
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Hi Steve
Welcome here and I wish you a lot of fun 
Greetings,Rogier
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Hello Steve.
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