I'm New to Lucid Dreaming

Hi everyone I'm just starting my journey into lucid dreaming and I'm really fascinated by the idea of becoming aware and even controlling my dreams. I've read a bit about techniques like reality checks, dream journaling, and WBTB, but I still feel like I need more guidance from people who have real experience.

If you're an experienced lucid dreamer, I’d love to hear:

What worked best for you when you were starting out?

How long did it take you to have your first lucid dream?

Do you have any daily habits or routines that help?

Any mistakes or myths I should avoid?