Zen Habits Podcast

S1 Ep06 - Accountability & Getting Back on Track

22 snips
Sep 20, 2023
Learn how to create an empowered relationship to accountability and get back on track after setbacks. Discover practical tips for establishing accountability and staying committed. Embrace setbacks and shift your mindset for better outcomes. Explore the power of self-compassion and letting go of negative emotions for personal growth.
Ask episode
AI Snips
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
INSIGHT

Two Relationships To Accountability

  • People relate to accountability either disempowered (shame) or empowered (discipline).
  • Recognize which you have to change how you use accountability.
ANECDOTE

Family Fitness Challenge Example

  • Leo did a 33-day fitness challenge with his wife and kids and posted daily.
  • When he missed days he avoided the thread, showing accountability felt punitive.
INSIGHT

Accountability Is Simple Accounting

  • Leo defines accountability as a factual yes-or-no record: did you do the task by the date?
  • Strip moral meaning to gain clearer leadership and learning.
Get the Snipd Podcast app to discover more snips from this episode
Get the app