“Many situations in life are similar to going on a hike: The view changes once you start walking.”

—James Clear, author of Atomic Habits

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Life often feels overwhelming when we stand at the trailhead, staring at a challenge that seems too steep or uncertain.

Yet much like a hike, the view always changes once we start walking! The first steps might be slow, the path uneven- but with each stride, new perspectives unfold.

What once looked impossible begins to take shape as progress and clarity replaces hesitation.

The magic isn’t in reaching the summit — it’s in discovering how the journey reshapes how we see ourselves and our world.

So, when the road ahead feels unclear, take that first step — let the view evolve as you move forward.

EXERCISE:

Embrace gradual progress in your efforts today. Notice how each step — no matter how small —builds momentum.

Celebrate milestones and resist judging your journey by distant peaks.