Resting your palm just slightly forward of the bridge of the guitar is definitely a good place to start. Keep your palm a few millimeters off the strings (move your hand forward in relation to your body) for now. As you progress with your playing, this will help you develop a skill called "right hand dampening".

Most importantly, pay attention to your muscle tension. You want to be relaxed when you play. Practice slowly and comfortably. If your hand starts to cramp up, take a break and give your brain a chance to soak everything in. Slow and steady wins the race!