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Welcome back to the Easy Hard vs. Hard Hard Podcast, a show dedicated to helping you find and do the work that actually matters.
In this solo episode, Bobby Shelton explores Chapter 6 of his book , Self-monitoring, and why this simple but powerful habit separates those who drift into Easy Hard from those who stay on the road to their Hard Hard.
Fresh from attending at the CEO Summit at Liberty University, Bobby shares lessons on leadership, awareness, and the importance of gentle course correction. Drawing from his own 180-pound weight-loss journey and coaching experience, he reveals how self-monitoring helps you stay aligned without falling into the trap of over-measurement or self-criticism.
What You’ll Learn:
• Why self-monitoring is about awareness, not anxiety.
• The key difference between evaluation and monitoring.
• How to spot patterns before they become problems.
• Why early metrics can discourage progress.
• The power of small, daily “micro check-ins.”
• How being gentle with yourself builds momentum.
Favorite Quotes:
“Self-monitoring is your compass — you’re just checking the map to make sure you’re still heading in the right direction.”
“All change is self-driven. Only you can make the change.”
“Be gentle with yourself. The harder you are on yourself, the harder it is to recover.”
Referenced in This Episode:
• Easy Hard vs. Hard Hard — by Bobby Shelton
• Atomic Habits — by James Clear
Episode Highlights:
• Why metrics can sometimes lie to you early in the journey.
• How awareness creates consistency, and consistency builds trust.
• The difference between gentle self-awareness and micromanaging yourself.
• When to bring in accountability partners ; and when not to.
• How simple self-monitoring transforms reflection into forward momentum.
Key Reminder:
Don’t over-engineer your growth. Just check in, adjust course, and keep moving. You’re not looking for perfection ; you’re building presence and progress.
Join the Movement:
If this episode resonated with you, share it with someone who’s chasing their Hard Hard. Every listener who learns to self-lead contributes to a world that’s more focused, fulfilled, and free from distraction.
#self-leadership #self-monitoring #easyhardvshardhard
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By Bobby SheltonWelcome back to the Easy Hard vs. Hard Hard Podcast, a show dedicated to helping you find and do the work that actually matters.
In this solo episode, Bobby Shelton explores Chapter 6 of his book , Self-monitoring, and why this simple but powerful habit separates those who drift into Easy Hard from those who stay on the road to their Hard Hard.
Fresh from attending at the CEO Summit at Liberty University, Bobby shares lessons on leadership, awareness, and the importance of gentle course correction. Drawing from his own 180-pound weight-loss journey and coaching experience, he reveals how self-monitoring helps you stay aligned without falling into the trap of over-measurement or self-criticism.
What You’ll Learn:
• Why self-monitoring is about awareness, not anxiety.
• The key difference between evaluation and monitoring.
• How to spot patterns before they become problems.
• Why early metrics can discourage progress.
• The power of small, daily “micro check-ins.”
• How being gentle with yourself builds momentum.
Favorite Quotes:
“Self-monitoring is your compass — you’re just checking the map to make sure you’re still heading in the right direction.”
“All change is self-driven. Only you can make the change.”
“Be gentle with yourself. The harder you are on yourself, the harder it is to recover.”
Referenced in This Episode:
• Easy Hard vs. Hard Hard — by Bobby Shelton
• Atomic Habits — by James Clear
Episode Highlights:
• Why metrics can sometimes lie to you early in the journey.
• How awareness creates consistency, and consistency builds trust.
• The difference between gentle self-awareness and micromanaging yourself.
• When to bring in accountability partners ; and when not to.
• How simple self-monitoring transforms reflection into forward momentum.
Key Reminder:
Don’t over-engineer your growth. Just check in, adjust course, and keep moving. You’re not looking for perfection ; you’re building presence and progress.
Join the Movement:
If this episode resonated with you, share it with someone who’s chasing their Hard Hard. Every listener who learns to self-lead contributes to a world that’s more focused, fulfilled, and free from distraction.
#self-leadership #self-monitoring #easyhardvshardhard