Initiating Change

noun a word that refers to a person, place, thing, event, substance, or quality (in this case, 'step' refers to a physical movement or action)

adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun (in this case, 'first' describes the order or sequence of the step)

• The first step in the research process is to define the research question.
• The first step to making a good cup of coffee is to grind the beans.
• The first step to acing the exam is to study like crazy.
• Taking the first step towards forgiveness can be the hardest but most important part of healing.