In this episode, Denise and Sam discuss Chapter 17: How an Accountability Partner Can Change Everything from the book, Atomic Habits by James Clear.

Avoidance of certain behaviors can occur if the experience of those behaviors is unpleasant or unsatisfying. Pain is an effective teacher, and the more immediate the pain is, the less likely the behavior will continue. To prevent bad habits and eliminate unhealthy behaviors, it is essential to add an instant cost to the action to reduce their odds. The consequences of an action must be immediate, and there can be no gap between the action and the consequences. By adding an instant consequence to any action, behavior can begin to change.

A habit contract is a verbal or written agreement that outlines your commitment to a specific habit and the punishment if you fail to follow through. It is recommended to find accountability partners who can sign the contract with you. An accountability partner can create an immediate cost to inaction, and suddenly, you will need to uphold your promises to yourself and to others.

A habit contract can add a social cost to any behavior. It makes the costs of violating your promises public and painful, and knowing that someone else is watching you can be a powerful motivator.

Additional Resources

All Roads Lead To Something: Tips For Effective Decision-Making by Denise Russo

The Passion Planner
Passion Planner discount code: RWRD.IO/EFWYE73?C

Denise Russo's Website
www.schoolofthoughts.net

Denise Russo's Forbes Articles
Forbes Article Link

Samantha Powell's Website and Blog
Lead The Game

Connect with us on LinkedIn:
Denise Russo
Andy Hughes
Samantha Powell
School of Thoughts

Where you can subscribe and listen:
Apple Podcasts
Spotify
Amazon Music
Podcast Index
Podcast Addict

Support the show

Connect with us on our LinkedIn page School of Thoughts . We also value your reviews, subscribing, and sharing our podcast "What's On Your Bookshelf?" on Apple and Spotify.

Subscribe to our new YouTube channel.