Start playing with the tools and have some fun; that's the way I started. Trust me, before you know it you slowly move from learning the program towards using it, but don't push yourself too much. Start with one tool at a time and slowly expand your knowledge and don't focus too much on being creative for the first 2 or 3 months. Be patient...

And like Mark said, have a look at the forum and I promise you; you won't be disappointed; satisfaction guaranteed http://www.talkgraphics.com/images/smilies/wink.gif