Celebrate the Good Stuff

It's easy when you're learning something, to focus on the things you don't know -- to notice your mistakes and track the areas that need improvement. The strength to overcome obstacles, though, comes from the energy you gain from your successes. That which you know will help you learn that which you do not. So, don't forget to honor the stuff you're good at. Feel free to spend entire practice sessions simply repeating those skills at which you and your dog ROCK! And be excited by even your small accomplishments -- that's the stuff you get to celebrate. : )