Many of us have trouble getting started on big, loosely defined projects, and sticking with a plan for completing those projects. Many of us experience test anxiety or have doubts about our mathematical talents. There are no magical incantations that will make these challenges disappear, but there are ways to reduce their influence on our lives.

The advice given here isn't one size fits all. It's a collection of suggestions intended to get you thinking about what might work best for you.