Strangely enough I have been going through a similar phase, just messing about mostly over blues and more recently in a classic rock style. So much I neglected a lot but what I think happened to me is that during this phase I actually listened to music and tried to feel it. So i listened to the rhythm, the beat and the sound and I think it has made me focus more so I play with more feeling......not a bad thing!
The result.....well tonight I have almost nailed my favorite Rory Gallagher song down in no time at all. Seriously I could play after 2 hours "Bad Penny" to reasonable pub player standard, including the Solo and the 4 different riffs that he plays. If i tried this before my improv phase.....NO CHANCE.
Keep going with what makes you happy, once you find something that you want to do a cover of you will be much better for it. As long as you keep pushing yourself further and do not stagnate then no harm done.
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