If you want to be a writer, you must do two things above all others: read a lot and write a lot.
On Writing: A Memoir Of The Craft by Stephen King
It’s a fantastic quote because it’s simple and direct. Do the thing you want to get better at. It’s the best way to learn and develop a skill which is something I learned from the book Ultralearning.
I’m actively trying to improve my writing and that’s why I picked up Stephen King’s book. However, I fell into my trap again. I was avoiding writing by reading about writing. How ironic.
The lesson here is immerse yourself directly in whatever you are trying to develop.