I learn hands on also, but with my background in avionics with the Air Force and 25 years as a maintenance electrician/technician in a major manufacturing facility I learned the RTFMF (Read The Full Manual First) method. I worked with equipment that could take your life if you were not careful.
I know the Breeze is not quite that drastic, but it a habit that I never break.
Glad I could help you out, part of my job in the Air Force was being an Avionics Instructor and Course Developer. Still like teaching technical skills.