It’s a very slow process – two steps forward, one step back – but I’m inching in the right direction.

Meaning of the quote

The quote is saying that progress can be slow and uneven, with some progress followed by a setback, but you are still moving in the right direction overall. Even though it may feel like you're only moving a little bit at a time, as long as you keep going, you will eventually reach your goal.

About Rob Reiner

Robert Reiner is an accomplished American actor, director, screenwriter, and producer. He rose to fame for his role as ‘Meathead’ on the TV sitcom ‘All in the Family’ and has since directed many acclaimed films, including ‘This Is Spinal Tap,’ ‘The Princess Bride,’ and ‘When Harry Met Sally…’.

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