Why am I posting this? Well I'm learning to play the guitar and for a long time I've been, like he said avoiding songs that require me to play the F chord because I'm not used to it now. Well now I'm learning a few new songs and they have this darn chord and its nice to know everyone struggles with this stupid chord. There's also the 'B minor' chord but that's another story.
So if you're also struggling with this chord, well cheer up, with loads of practice we will get better. I personally prefer the old school F chord that he showed because it feels firmer, more solid I guess.
-ONWARD!