I can finally lift my arm again, and how that relates to dog training

When we work with families and dogs who are struggling with behavior challenges, it can be clear that one reinforcer is for the problem to be “fixed.” But a “fixed” behavior, whatever that looks like in the situation, is often a long way off. That is not the immediate reinforcer for the work that you are doing in the meantime on your way there. So instead, look for the small reinforcers. What are the things that remind you that you are reaching just a little bit farther, and that it is just a little bit more comfortable when you do it?