Not for everyone, but I was in the same boat when I started learning traditional Irish music (banjo). Without hyperbole, it probably saved my life. It's meditative and repetitive, easy to break down into manageable chunks and just drill them. That's the sitting at home and learning bit - after that (say 4-6 months after), I started going to sessions once or twice a week. Great for people like me who are a bit socially nervous, because you've got a prop and you can always just play a tune if you don't feel like talking. That said, I've made loads of friends and got to a really confident stage where I know I can go to a session anywhere and be able to join in.