How do I self-learn effectively from the internet?

To effectively self-learn from the internet, it’s crucial to manage the vast amount of available information.

Here’s a general strategy:

Start by setting clear learning goals and seeking out reputable sources before you begin studying. This is important to prevent information overload resulting in wasted time.

Create a structured plan with achievable milestones and use tools like bookmarks and curated playlists to organize content. Here, I use bookmarks to stop distractions more than to return to them later.

Engage actively with the material through notes, summaries, and practice. Write your notes in your own words as you understand the subject.

With discipline and focus, the potential for learning online is boundless, but it could also be a waste of time when we don’t control our emotional need to “learn more”. Here, less is the key to practical result.