That goal. That project. Getting to where you want to be. It takes longer than expected.
Start out on that journey and someone should be there to tell you upfront. You’ll get there but it will take longer than you expect.
But that’s okay. All you can do is take the first step. And the next. And the next…
Eventually you’ll get there. Don’t give a damn about the time it takes, the work it takes. Keep taking steps. With each step the journey is getting shorter.