Even with the most intense work, change is not an immediate process. Furthermore, it is unrealistic to expect that change will be permanent. Even the smallest alterations require practice and patience when applied into everyday life. Leaders should help members embrace and celebrate the change that exists, knowing that a single therapeutic experience is not a catalyst for permanency of major transformations. It takes a lifetime to sculpt all of the crevasse and cracks of personality and behaviour; reshaping it takes time, persistence, and commitment (Corey et al., 2018).

The group process allows members to recognize the impact their behaviour has on others. Such newly acquired insight deepens their self-awareness, inspiring meaningful change. Group creates space for members to practice and test out new skills that serve them better. Ultimately, it is up to the individual to translate their learning and integrate it into their personal life. At times, members enter group to satisfy their need to gain direction from others. Successful groups guide members foster independence and confidence, where they become empowered to take the reigns and direct their own destiny (Corey et al., 2018).

At the time of closing, knowing that a follow-up session occurs can be enough of an incentive to spark motivation for members to integrate new learning into practice. During the last session, homework can be tailored and assigned to individuals and contracts can be developed, outlining desired actions and goals to achieve prior to the follow-up session. Through this, members discover the power of their internal resources, building self-reliance and commitment to continue personal growth (Corey et al., 2018).