The Accountability Myth: Why You Don't Need a Babysitter, You Need a Mirror

Let's cut to the chase. If you're a Type A, high-achieving individual, do you really need someone to hold your hand and check if you've done your homework? Probably not.

The Overused A-Word: Accountability

Accountability. It's the buzzword that's been overplayed in the coaching world. If you're self-driven and motivated, the last thing you want is someone hovering over you like a helicopter parent. Micromanagement? That's a fast track to annoyance.

What You're Really Craving: Validation

If you're not looking for someone to keep tabs on you, what are you after? Validation. You want assurance that you're on the right track, that your efforts aren't in vain, and that you're not setting yourself up for another spectacular failure. The best coaches aren't drill sergeants; they're more like reflective surfaces. They hold up a mirror to show you what you're doing right, what you're doing wrong, and where you can improve.

The Questions You Should Be Asking

How do you figure out what you really need? Start by asking yourself some hard questions. Is what you're seeking something you can provide for yourself? If you can't find it within, that's when you look outside. That's when you find a coach. You need someone who understands that if something's not working, it's not you—it's the method.

Why My Method Works

I'm not here to check your homework or trail you like a shadow. If you're doing the work, and it's not yielding results, then the problem lies in the method, not in your commitment. That's why my coaching program, REVIVE, is designed to adapt to you. If you're not getting what you want, we keep working until you do. Simple as that. While the Healthy Lifestyle Audit can give you immediate insights, REVIVE builds on that foundation to create lasting change.

Where's the Gap?

Is it that you're stuck in a loop, trying the same failed methods over and over? Or maybe you start strong but then get sidetracked by the next shiny object? Perhaps you're not fully committed because you're skeptical about the outcome? Whatever the gap, it's not a lack of accountability. If you're more than capable of holding yourself accountable, what you need is the right guidance.

The Tool You Didn't Know You Needed

In the spirit of providing actionable advice, I've created a tool that's like those fun quizzes in 17 Magazine or Cosmo, but way more useful. It's called the Healthy Lifestyle Audit. It takes less than two minutes to complete and gives you personalized, actionable advice to close the gap between where you are and where you want to be.

Your Next Move: Take Action

If someone tells you that you need a coach for accountability, they've missed the mark. If you don't need a babysitter, what you need is a mirror. And if you're looking for a tool to help you identify the gaps in your lifestyle, give the Healthy Lifestyle Audit a shot. It's free, it's fast, and it's fun. But don't stop there. Consider the REVIVE program to build on those initial insights and create lasting change. Most importantly, both will give you the validation you're seeking—that you're on the right path.