Start really small

You reach big goals with consistent baby steps.

You have to give yourself credit for small gains. They build momentum and provide much-needed life lessons.

Start small and keep going

Look at what you want to achieve in your life and then form the habits will make that happen.

When you haven’t even started something, the end result seems a million miles away. That’s how you end up saying, “screw this.”  

Gaining agreement has an enduring effect, even if only over the short term. So instead of jumping right to the end of your argument, start with statements or premises you know your audience will agree with. Build a foundation for further agreement.