I had to bring this thread back in order to rep you, shalom. Great advice.
Kids, learn ALL of your modes ands scales in EVERY key. After you do this, you will never have to conciously think of them again, and you will be a master at your instrument. I thought this was bullshit until I did it, and now I'm glad I forced myself through the pain
. Don't forget to not neglect RHYTHM as well!