just started knitting

im such a mess when it comes to this new hobby of mine, knitting. seriously i just spent 3 hours trying to figure out if the yarn was supposed to be wrapped around my left or right hand and i still havent figured it out. turns out its called winding the ball but like how do you know which way? im starting to think im cursed with knitting or something lol. oh well, at least the cats are enjoying some new cozy spots thanks to me. they dont care if their blankets look weird though.