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For example, if you can't get used to, or you're not productive with h j k l keys for movement, just don't use them. I don't use them. I use arrow keys all the time. Vim "masters" will probably judge me because of this - cause it's not the "Vim way". So what? I don't care. Arrow keys work for me the best, and I'm happy with it.

I started using elvis and vim somewhere in the nineties and used the cursor keys until ~five years ago. I like hjkl more now, since I don't have to leave the home row and the cursor keys are awkward on Macs, but there is indeed nothing wrong with using the cursor keys if it's more convenient.

My approach to learning vim has been the following: start using it as any text editor until you are comfortable. Then take O'Reilly's vim pocket reference. Look for a command/movement that you think would increase your productivity. Try to integrate that command (and only that command) in your workflow. If you believe after a week that it indeed improves your workflow and enters your muscle memory, keep it, otherwise drop it.

Repeat this for some month, and you'll quickly learn the commands that increase your productivity the most.