How I read books and watch series in the original language without 'learning the language' entirely

The author shares their personal experience in learning English, suggesting that one should abandon the abstract and demotivating goal of 'learning a language' in favor of concrete, measurable tasks. Instead of endless rote memorization, the article proposes a method of gradual immersion by reading favorite books and watching series in the original language from the early stages of study. This approach allows learners to track progress through tangible achievements, turning the study process into an engaging leisure activity. The author emphasizes the importance of alternating between intensive vocabulary work and light content consumption to avoid burnout and maintain motivation over the long term. The article is aimed at those looking for practical ways to integrate a foreign language into their daily lives without waiting until they reach total fluency.