@rehabconnectusa: Waiting for a big change? Notice the small steps. When someone you love is working toward recovery, it's easy to only see what's still wrong. But change doesn't arrive all at once — it arrives in small steps. 3 ways to notice the effort: 1. Affirm the effort, however small — not just results 2. Skip "I'm proud of you." Try: "You've worked really hard to get here." 3. Keep it real, not flattery — honest appreciation The effort still counts. Say it out loud. Source: SAMHSA TIP 35 — Motivational Interviewing Search SAMHSA-listed facilities by state in our free directory at rehabconnectusa.com SAMHSA National Helpline: 1-800-662-4357 In crisis? Call or text 988. #addictionrecovery #recoveryispossible #familyrecovery #samhsa #findhelp