From a vague answer to a concrete question

You do not need a perfect question. Bring a situation you want to understand.

One episode at a time

Instead of “my routine does not work,” describe what happened on the last attempt. The copilot should use the available context without making you repeat it.

One useful question

“What got in the way that day?” opens more space than “how do I become disciplined?” Examining is different from receiving another piece of advice.

No imposed conclusion

If the question does not fit, say so. The copilot should accept correction rather than label disagreement as resistance. You need not share anything you do not want to disclose.

A bounded objective

When another topic appears, acknowledge that it may deserve a separate conversation. Stop when there is enough clarity or when the missing information is clear. You do not need to keep a conversation going just to use the product.