{"href":"http://player.captivate.fm/services/oembed?url=http%3A%2F%2Fplayer.captivate.fm%2Fepisode%2F729bcf94-c0a1-48fe-8f2e-b56cdf09887a","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Captivate.FM","provider_url":"https://www.captivate.fm","width":600,"height":200,"type":"rich","html":"","title":"EAP 152: This IS NOT (a Good) Accountability Circle","description":"In conclusion of our conversation from last week, Kimi talks during this episode about what accountability partners and groups are NOT:\n\n\u2022They are not a substitute for therapy \u2013 Be clear about what you need from your accountability circle and draw the line at things that belong in another environment. This can be difficult if you are working one-on-one with someone on accountability for a certain aspect of your life and you start opening up about other things that are going on. Don\u2019t be afraid to reach out for professional counseling or help.\n\n\u2022They are not a dumping ground for all of your problems \u2013 Remember that you are not the only one with problems in the group, so don\u2019t monopolize the group\u2019s time complaining or making excuses. Rising above your circumstances and choosing to put in the work to make yourself better is half the battle.\n\n\u2022They are not supposed to involve dragging, pleading, or begging others to show up \u2013 If you or someone else in the group is not showing up or not putting in the work, this group might not be a good fit. Ultimately, it comes down to personal responsibility and the choice to make time for what is important.\n\n\u2022They are not intended to make you feel insecure, small, or guilty \u2013 You should be walking alongside one another during this journey, so if anyone in the group makes you feel inferior or like your way is not the right way, evaluate whether this is a healthy space for you. Kimi shares about her personal experience in an accountability circle where comparison was toxic.\nIf you are in an accountability partnership or group that meets these criteria, take a step back and evaluate whether this is the right situation for you to be in. You owe it to yourself to find the best fit that will spur you on to greatness!\n\nTopics Covered in this Episode:\n\u2022Accountability\n\u2022Understanding accountability groups\n\u2022What you get out of accountability groups\n\u2022What not to expect in accountability\n\u2022Unhealthy expectations","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300,"thumbnail_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/71932974-851f-41f2-af78-1ab50a2ba305/a8bd1f7d13b182c6e3ecb350df99e93b.jpg"}