Unpopular opinion:
It's okay to leave your bitcoin on an exchange while you learn about security
Learning how to secure Bitcoin takes time. No shortcuts in Bitcoin.
Discussion
Unpopular opinion:
The current US administration deserves a lot more credit for the current vibe in Bitcoin.
Objective improvements whether you'll admit it or not.
Everybody has to start somewhere.
But, the correct way would be: learn what is Bitcoin. Then learn about security. Then buy a bit and play with it.
Its scarry as shit using your wallet and self custodying for the first time