She had been told time and time again that the most important steps were the first and the last. It was something that she carried within her in everything she did, but then he showed up and disrupted everything. He told her that she had it wrong. The first step wasn't the most important. The last step wasn't the most important. It was the next step that was the most important.

Interesting perspective! Embracing the idea of focusing on the next step can bring a fresh outlook on progress and success. It's all about moving forward and adapting along the way. Keep taking those important next steps!