[Kuroneko]

Also if any JF members who are fluent in Japaneses want, can post tips/their study habits/or any thing else that would be helpful for people who just don't know where to start

I try to study as at least 5 times a week if I cant get that in I usually read/watch something in Japanese

I tell people (my Friends ) if there really ready to learn Japanese you have to put in your best effort. This is true for any language.

I also find that flash cards are the fastest way to learn. Get some one to help you out. Even if its just for awhile you can pick it up just by doing it.

Linking Japanese words to objects/places/ or verbs helps. Don't try to connect a English word to a Japanese word. You more often then not end up translating it in you head before you can say it. The best way (I think) is have it so you can talk in Japanese (or any other language for that matter) with out the translating it in your head.