Accountable
Hosted by Amanda McKinney, Accountable is a podcast that infuses grace and fun into accountability. Forget about rigid rules and feelings of guilt, this is your weekly dose of real-talk inspiration packed with honest conversations, research-backed information, actionable strategies, and inspiring interviews from those who’ve been there, done that (and maybe even cried in the bathroom once or twice). Everything is about helping you take action and see results so you achieve your goals but not lose your sanity in the process because…you deserve it!
Accountable
Ep. 66 - How to Stop Breaking Promises to Yourself in 2026 & Achieve Your Goals
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Happy New Year, my friend. If this is the year you want to actually follow through on your goals, this episode is for you. Research shows that 80% of people stop working toward their goals within two weeks and it’s not because they’re lazy or incapable. In this episode, I break down why follow-through falls apart so quickly and what to do instead so you can move forward without guilt, shame, or unrealistic expectations.
You’ll learn:
Why week two is the danger zone for goals
How instant gratification, motivation, and overcommitting sabotage follow-through
Why “breaking promises to yourself” isn’t a character flaw
The first and most important step to getting back on track: release
A powerful mantra that makes progress possible again: miss it and move on
This episode sets the foundation for a year where you experience both progress and peace even when life doesn’t go according to plan.
Your Accountable Action:
Release the guilt around what hasn’t gone perfectly. Miss it. Move on. Adjust your plan and recommit with compassion for your current capacity.
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