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Encouragement Quote by Ellen Langer

“There is always a step small enough from where we are to get us to where we want to be. If we take that small step, there's always another we can take, and eventually a goal thought to be too far to reach becomes achievable.” quote by Ellen Langer
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“There is always a step small enough from where we are to get us to where we want to be. If we take that small step, there's always another we can take, and eventually a goal thought to be too far to reach becomes achievable.”

Ellen Langer

About This Quote

Source Book: The Power of Mindful Learning, 1997

Small, incremental steps bridge the gap between current state and desired goals, making distant aims reachable.

In simple terms: Small steps lead to big goals.

Key Takeaway

Take one small step now.

Themes

goal setting incremental progress motivation

Mood

motivational practical

Type

advice inspirational

When to use this quote

  • career advancement
  • fitness training
  • skill acquisition

Key Concepts

psychology behavioral science

Questions to Reflect On

  • What small step can you take today?
  • How do you maintain momentum after each step?
A Different Perspective

Overemphasis on small steps may delay needed bold actions.

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