Small improvements can build confidence

Norma Besniard

Aug 13

1 min read

I learned that confidence during recovery can change over time. A person does not necessarily start recovery feeling confident.

Small improvements can make a difference. Being able to walk a little farther, use the stairs, or complete an everyday activity alone can show someone that they are making progress.

This made me think about how confidence and physical recovery can affect each other. Physical progress can build confidence, and more confidence may make someone more willing to keep trying.

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