How to learn esperanto
It made me
Friendier 
"I spoke to people, and went to a youth congress."
How I did it: Well, my parents were esperantists, so esperanto has been a part of my life since I was a little kid, but has only recently evolved into a language I would say I can actually speak fluently.
The way to do it is to learn the basics, and then apply them. Don't worry about learning complicated grammer, because you won't use it until you get a little better. A common misconsception is that Esperanto is very easy. It is easier than most other languages, because it has no grammatical exceptions, and is completely logical, but it's not easy. On high levels, it has complex grammar, rich vocabulary, and a very unique feel to it. It still takes time and practice.
Lessons & tips: Sign up to lessons on lernu.nu. They're free.
Try to find people who speak the language, and then speak to them.
Go to youth congresses, they're like mini-festivals. It's a 24-hour-party for a week staight. Sobriety is basically forbinned. And it's all in Esperanto.
Resources: Lernu.net.
Maybe a book or two for beginners.
