I first shape-shifted in like my 2nd or 3rd decent sized LD. It is important to note that this was before I had even heard of lucid dreaming meaning that I had no preconceived notions of what would be "difficult" or "easy". I believe that if you were to stop thinking of shape-shifting as a difficult thing to do, it would instantly be much easier for you. Did you have anything specific that you were trying to transform into? Deciding before-hand what you want to look like can help. Heres a list of some things which I think could be helpful.

- I personally find it easier to transform as quickly as possible. I recommend thinking of it as one brief process as opposed to concentrating on how each body part is going to change.
- You could summon a mirror, look at whatever you want to transform to, then walk through the mirror.
- Start acting as if you have already transformed (depends on what you want to be).

Good luck