It’s true, you won’t notice recoil in a situation where you’re excited. I had a lightweight single-barrel 12 gauge when I was 14, and never minded the kick when shooting at a dove or rabbit. Shooting at a tin can thrown into the air was a different matter... didn’t do much of that.
Get some light 1 oz. loads and practice with those. Shoot from the shoulder, shoot from the hip. Make it a fun outing so you’ll continue to practice and gain experience with your gun.
Thanks - I used to be set up at home to clean my guns (impromptu)
Now I hate to get my new guns dirty, LOL
Except for the CC and I’m needing to bring 2 more online - at least one more 9mm and one .45 - I’ve had them for awhile
I’m also stingy with my ammo - hate to spend the money to shoot - I’m pretty good with my cheap pistol - but it hurts after about 10 rounds - still, I do alright with it