"When I have an important goal, I like to break it down into baby steps or smaller pieces. Then, I feel accomplished when I achieve each smaller goal and this allows for opportunities to adjust my bigger goal, if needed. If I have to lose weight for my friend's wedding, I get a calendar and count the days and break it up into weeks. If I have 12 weeks and a goal weight, then I know that I have to lose a certain amount each week to stay on track. Every week I weigh myself, and if I did not make my target, then I review my plan and course correct. I do this with all my projects. I consider the time it will take, the equipment, and whatever else. I try to find someone who is already doing it well and take their advice. I figure that once I get better, I can listen to myself a little more, but in the beginning, I follow someone else's advice who has already achieved the goal."
