probably doesnt work for everyone but I find formulating a concrete question that you want to research or a quest you want to pursue very helpful. find something related to the medium that you are genuinely curious about and wholeheartedly engage with it.
dont worry if you dont “find the answer” or fail to complete the quest. changing directions to explore other intrigues is welcome. only worry if you run out of questions or points of interest. you are exploring the world of anime, enjoy the expedition.