I Don’t Know Where to Start

Sometimes the hardest part of a task is not the task. It’s beginning. You do not need to see the whole path before you take the first step.

1. Name What Is Stopping You

• The task feels too big.
• I have several things to do and don’t know which comes first.
• I’m worried I’ll do it wrong.
• I understand the assignment, but I keep putting it off.
• I’m waiting until I feel ready.

2. Make the First Move Smaller

Ask: “What is one useful thing I can do in the next two minutes?”

• Open the document.
• Write the title.
• Read the first question.
• Gather the materials.
• Make a three-item list.
• Solve only the first step.
• Write one sentence.

The first move should be small enough that you can actually do it now.

3. If You Have Too Much to Do, Choose

Use three questions:

1. What needs attention first?
2. What can I make progress on right now?
3. What can wait?

You are not choosing what matters forever. You are choosing what comes next.

4. Try It: The Two-Minute Start

Think of something you need to work on.

1. Name the task.
2. Choose one action that takes about two minutes or less.
3. Do only that action.
4. When it is finished, choose the next small move.

Starting creates information. Once you begin, the next step is often easier to see.

💡 Funky Tip

Motivation does not always come before action. Sometimes action is what gets motivation moving.

Still Stuck?

Ask someone to help you identify the next move—not do the task for you:

“I know I need to ________, but I’m having trouble getting started. Can you help me figure out a good first step?”

I am unstoppable.

Unstoppable does not mean you never hesitate. It means you learn how to move again when you do.

🎒 Take It With You

You do not have to finish everything right now. You only need to know your next useful move.