EAP 185 - I’m Back!

On this episode of the Early Accountability Podcast, Kimi gives an overview of the 8 domains of wellness, which she recommends you think through as you are considering your own well-being. These dimensions intertwine and come together to manifest your overall well-being, but it is helpful to go through the exercise of thinking through each one individually as well. Environmental – How well your surroundings and your current situation are conducive to your well-being. This could include security as well as your involvement in social good activities. Emotional – This speaks to how satisfying your relationships are and how you handle life’s highs and lows. Physical – This dimension is comprised of your exercise routine, your diet, your sleep patterns, and your participation in routine medical appointments. Spiritual – Your journey of personal growth towards your sense of purpose. Intellectual – How well you are expanding your worldview, practicing creativity and critical thinking, and your involvement in new experiences. Financial – This encompasses the planning, saving, and investing you employ with your finances. Social – Your connections with others and the support system that you have around you. Occupational – There is no right or wrong when it comes to your career progression as long as you are pursuing what you like to do.   Resources: Topics Covered in this Episode: 8 dimensions of wellness Well-being in all areas of life Self-awareness Getting grounded to know where to focus  Connect with Kimi: https://kimiwalker.live/squad http://www.kimiwalker.com/ https://web.facebook.com/kimiwalker https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimiwalker https://www.youtube.com/user/KimiFitWell

On this episode of the Early Accountability Podcast, Kimi gives an overview of the 8 domains of wellness, which she recommends you think through as you are considering your own well-being. These dimensions intertwine and come together to manifest your overall well-being, but it is helpful to go through the exercise of thinking through each one individually as well. <ol><li>Environmental – How well your surroundings and your current situation are conducive to your well-being. This could include security as well as your involvement in social good activities.</li> <li>Emotional – This speaks to how satisfying your relationships are and how you handle life’s highs and lows.</li> <li>Physical – This dimension is comprised of your exercise routine, your diet, your sleep patterns, and your participation in routine medical appointments.</li> <li>Spiritual – Your journey of personal growth towards your sense of purpose.</li> <li>Intellectual – How well you are expanding your worldview, practicing creativity and critical thinking, and your involvement in new experiences.</li> <li>Financial – This encompasses the planning, saving, and investing you employ with your finances.</li> <li>Social – Your connections with others and the support system that you have around you.</li> <li>Occupational – There is no right or wrong when it comes to your career progression as long as you are pursuing what you like to do.</li> </ol> Resources: Topics Covered in this Episode: <ul><li>8 dimensions of wellness</li> <li>Well-being in all areas of life</li> <li>Self-awareness</li> <li>Getting grounded to know where to focus</li> </ul> Connect with Kimi: <a href="https://kimiwalker.live/squad" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://kimiwalker.live/squad</a> <a href="http://www.kimiwalker.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.kimiwalker.com/</a> <a href="https://web.facebook.com/kimiwalker" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://web.facebook.com/kimiwalker</a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimiwalker" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimiwalker</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/KimiFitWell" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/user/KimiFitWell</a>

EAP 184: Early Accountability + Wellness

The Happy Side of Hurdles

Cruise

EAP 182: Cruise Through Unplanned Situations With Ease

Kimi has returned from her unplanned but very necessary sabbatical! And she talks on this episode about why she had to take some time away and how to know if you need to step away from something in your own life. This message has been very prevalent since the 2020 Summer Olympics (in July-August 2021) when Simone Biles chose not to compete in several gymnastics events due to mental health challenges and other things going on in her life. Here are a few things to keep an eye out for in your life that will let you know that you need to take a break: If you haven’t taken a break in a while – Kimi had been consistently posting one podcast episode per week for 3 years, and even though there were spurts of batch recording where she was building up a library of content to be posted on future dates, the pace of hosting a weekly podcast would take a toll on anyone. If you have been doing something for many months or years without rest, it could be time to press “pause”. If you have lost your clarity or purpose – For Kimi, the stress of having to perform and plot the direction of the podcast had gotten to be too much. Taking a beat to reevaluate, practice mindfulness, and get grounded in why you started doing what you’re doing can bring back the clarity. If your performance isn’t the same – Kimi’s goal with the Early Accountability Podcast is to create meaningful content that will connect with the audience and make their lives better. Getting to the point where she wasn’t sure if she was doing that anymore necessitated a sabbatical from podcasting. The same could be true for you – maybe you are burned out and you feel like you are just doing things to check them off your to-do list. Take some time to get back to where you want to be. If you are feeling too much real or perceived pressure – A lot of times, this looks like feeling like you are going to disappoint someone. But living with this fear is not healthy in the short-term or the long-term and it can take a toll. Kimi learned that even while she was not posting new episodes over the past 2 months, people were still listening to older episodes because the content was valuable to them.   Topics Covered in this Episode: Knowing when to take a break Honoring your needs Giving yourself the space to move and breathe    Connect with Kimi: https://kimiwalker.live/squad http://www.kimiwalker.com/ https://web.facebook.com/kimiwalker https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimiwalker https://www.youtube.com/user/KimiFitWell

Kimi has returned from her unplanned but very necessary sabbatical! And she talks on this episode about why she had to take some time away and how to know if you need to step away from something in your own life. This message has been very prevalent since the 2020 Summer Olympics (in July-August 2021) when Simone Biles chose not to compete in several gymnastics events due to mental health challenges and other things going on in her life. Here are a few things to keep an eye out for in your life that will let you know that you need to take a break: <ol><li>If you haven’t taken a break in a while – Kimi had been consistently posting one podcast episode per week for 3 years, and even though there were spurts of batch recording where she was building up a library of content to be posted on future dates, the pace of hosting a weekly podcast would take a toll on anyone. If you have been doing something for many months or years without rest, it could be time to press “pause”.</li> <li>If you have lost your clarity or purpose – For Kimi, the stress of having to perform and plot the direction of the podcast had gotten to be too much. Taking a beat to reevaluate, practice mindfulness, and get grounded in why you started doing what you’re doing can bring back the clarity.</li> <li>If your performance isn’t the same – Kimi’s goal with the Early Accountability Podcast is to create meaningful content that will connect with the audience and make their lives better. Getting to the point where she wasn’t sure if she was doing that anymore necessitated a sabbatical from podcasting. The same could be true for you – maybe you are burned out and you feel like you are just doing things to check them off your to-do list. Take some time to get back to where you want to be.</li> <li>If you are feeling too much real or perceived pressure – A lot of times, this looks like feeling like you are going to disappoint someone. But living with this fear is not healthy in the short-term or the long-term and it can take a toll. Kimi learned that even while she was not posting new episodes over the past 2 months, people were still listening to older episodes because the content was valuable to them.</li> </ol> Topics Covered in this Episode: <ul><li>Knowing when to take a break</li> <li>Honoring your needs</li> <li>Giving yourself the space to move and breathe</li> </ul> Connect with Kimi: <a href="https://kimiwalker.live/squad" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://kimiwalker.live/squad</a> <a href="http://www.kimiwalker.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.kimiwalker.com/</a> <a href="https://web.facebook.com/kimiwalker" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://web.facebook.com/kimiwalker</a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimiwalker" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimiwalker</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/KimiFitWell" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/user/KimiFitWell</a>

EAP 181: When You Can Not Perform (Guess What.... It‘s Okay)

LEAD

The topic of this episode of the Early Accountability Podcast is stepping out on faith. Whether you are religious or not, you have likely encountered a time in your life when you could choose to stay where you are or step out in faith that something bigger is ahead. By choosing to get out of your comfort zone and entrust the results to a higher power, you have to potential to achieve great goals. Here are a few of Kimi’s tips for stepping out on faith:1. Learn to face fear – While you might still have questions and insecurities about the end result, facing your fears will build character and open up your potential for achieving great things.2. Acknowledge unsettling feelings – Starting something new or committing to stop a habit is uncomfortable, and admitting that to yourself will make it seem less scary or unnatural.3. Trust that there is good out there – Perhaps you have asked yourself “Is this really all there is?” The answer is no, there are bigger and better things in store for those who step out on faith.4. Remember that you deserve good – Sure, you believe that other people deserve for good things to happen to them, but what about you? It is ok to be discontent with your current circumstances and want better things to happen. Believe that you deserve good and affirm those beliefs often.5. Know that there will be challenges – Nothing good comes easily, so expect challenges and don’t be discouraged.6. Affirm that you are equipped to handle those challenges – Recognize that all of your previous challenges have prepared you for the ones ahead, so accept them when they come and be confident that you can overcome.Topics Covered in this Episode:• Stepping out on faith• Accepting challenges• Achieving your goals• Reaching for more• Trusting the process

The topic of this episode of the Early Accountability Podcast is stepping out on faith. Whether you are religious or not, you have likely encountered a time in your life when you could choose to stay where you are or step out in faith that something bigger is ahead. By choosing to get out of your comfort zone and entrust the results to a higher power, you have to potential to achieve great goals. Here are a few of Kimi’s tips for stepping out on faith: 1. Learn to face fear – While you might still have questions and insecurities about the end result, facing your fears will build character and open up your potential for achieving great things. 2. Acknowledge unsettling feelings – Starting something new or committing to stop a habit is uncomfortable, and admitting that to yourself will make it seem less scary or unnatural. 3. Trust that there is good out there – Perhaps you have asked yourself “Is this really all there is?” The answer is no, there are bigger and better things in store for those who step out on faith. 4. Remember that you deserve good – Sure, you believe that other people deserve for good things to happen to them, but what about you? It is ok to be discontent with your current circumstances and want better things to happen. Believe that you deserve good and affirm those beliefs often. 5. Know that there will be challenges – Nothing good comes easily, so expect challenges and don’t be discouraged. 6. Affirm that you are equipped to handle those challenges – Recognize that all of your previous challenges have prepared you for the ones ahead, so accept them when they come and be confident that you can overcome. Topics Covered in this Episode: • Stepping out on faith • Accepting challenges • Achieving your goals • Reaching for more • Trusting the process

EAP 180: Letting Faith Lead You

During the process of goal activation, you are sure to run into discouragements and obstacles, and maybe these cause you to feel like you aren’t making progress towards your goals. But you may be surprised how much progress you really are making, even when you don’t see it. Tracking your progress towards your goals is an excellent way to stay motivated and on track along the way. Here are the Early Accountability Podcast tips for tracking your progress:1. Break large tasks down into smaller tasks – While you may want to lose 100 pounds in 2 years, the thought of that drastic transformation is daunting and may seem impossible. However, focusing on losing 5 or 10 pounds in a month is much easier to comprehend, and it is easier to see what choices you need to make on a daily basis to lose those 5 or 10 pounds. Then you can move on to the next 5 or 10 pounds.2. Celebrate small victories – These don’t have to be extravagant celebrations, but they should be something out of the norm to reward yourself for accomplishing your recent milestone towards your goal. Binge watch a show, go out with friends, give yourself extra time on social media, or get your nails done – these are all great ways to celebrate.3. Set daily goals – By tracking your progress daily, you have the opportunity to intentionally choose what tasks to do towards your goal and then look back at the end of the day and take stock of how you did and what needs to be done next.4. Create deadlines/reminders – Take ownership of your time and foster healthy and productive habits by setting alarms, reminders, or timers to keep you on task and doing what you want to be doing. You may also find that writing yourself notes or using a visual map can help you maintain the right perspective.5. Practice mindfulness frequently – Stilling your mind and focusing on the present moment has a way of keeping you grounded and affirming your goals and methods amidst the busy-ness of daily life. Find the right modality for you, such as yoga, journaling, exercising, or meditation.6. Look for accountability – Research and reach out to accountability groups and networks in your geographical area and your area of need – there are plenty of groups out there if you will just look for them. Accountability partners can help you stay motivated, provide support, help you with problem solving based on their own experiences, and maintain your progress after reaching your goal.Topics Covered in this Episode:• Tracking your progress• Staying focused on your goals• Maintaining the right perspective• Reaching out for accountability support• Mindfulness

During the process of goal activation, you are sure to run into discouragements and obstacles, and maybe these cause you to feel like you aren’t making progress towards your goals. But you may be surprised how much progress you really are making, even when you don’t see it. Tracking your progress towards your goals is an excellent way to stay motivated and on track along the way. Here are the Early Accountability Podcast tips for tracking your progress: 1. Break large tasks down into smaller tasks – While you may want to lose 100 pounds in 2 years, the thought of that drastic transformation is daunting and may seem impossible. However, focusing on losing 5 or 10 pounds in a month is much easier to comprehend, and it is easier to see what choices you need to make on a daily basis to lose those 5 or 10 pounds. Then you can move on to the next 5 or 10 pounds. 2. Celebrate small victories – These don’t have to be extravagant celebrations, but they should be something out of the norm to reward yourself for accomplishing your recent milestone towards your goal. Binge watch a show, go out with friends, give yourself extra time on social media, or get your nails done – these are all great ways to celebrate. 3. Set daily goals – By tracking your progress daily, you have the opportunity to intentionally choose what tasks to do towards your goal and then look back at the end of the day and take stock of how you did and what needs to be done next. 4. Create deadlines/reminders – Take ownership of your time and foster healthy and productive habits by setting alarms, reminders, or timers to keep you on task and doing what you want to be doing. You may also find that writing yourself notes or using a visual map can help you maintain the right perspective. 5. Practice mindfulness frequently – Stilling your mind and focusing on the present moment has a way of keeping you grounded and affirming your goals and methods amidst the busy-ness of daily life. Find the right modality for you, such as yoga, journaling, exercising, or meditation. 6. Look for accountability – Research and reach out to accountability groups and networks in your geographical area and your area of need – there are plenty of groups out there if you will just look for them. Accountability partners can help you stay motivated, provide support, help you with problem solving based on their own experiences, and maintain your progress after reaching your goal. Topics Covered in this Episode: • Tracking your progress • Staying focused on your goals • Maintaining the right perspective • Reaching out for accountability support • Mindfulness

EAP 179: If It Isn't Written Down, It Doesn't Exist

On this episode of the Early Accountability Podcast, Kimi discusses the main reasons why people do not reach their goals. Setting goals is important for personal and professional inspiration and motivation and provides the tools needed to overcome adversity.1. Setting the wrong goals for the wrong reasons. It is critical for you to recognize your “why” and analyze if you have the right motivations in your goal setting. If you set a goal based on pleasing others, fitting in, or having a “social media ideal” life, you will not be personally satisfied or fulfilled, so you should start out by setting goals for the right reasons.2. Lacking accountability. When you set long-term and short-term goals, you should build in some checkpoints along the way that will allow you to gauge your progress and make any necessary adjustments. A great way to do this is by talking with your goals with a coach, trainer, accountability partner, or group that will check in with you and help you stay on track. Additionally, blocking off time on your calendar to commit to your various goals and assigning deadlines to the items on your to-do lists will create an element of passive accountability and make your goals seem more achievable.3. You don’t like to be uncomfortable. Good goals will challenge you to get outside your comfort zone, because that is where you can truly grow. The more you step out and choose to be uncomfortable, the more confident you will be and the less you will listen to those around you who intentionally or unintentionally discourage you as you strive towards your goals. Establishing a mindfulness practice such as meditation, exercise, journaling, or spiritual activities will help you keep your emotions in check as you change internally.Topics Covered in this Episode:• The main reasons why people don’t reach their goals• Setting the right goals for the right reasons• Establishing an accountability system• Overcoming discomfort to grow, change, and achieve• Activating your goals

On this episode of the Early Accountability Podcast, Kimi discusses the main reasons why people do not reach their goals. Setting goals is important for personal and professional inspiration and motivation and provides the tools needed to overcome adversity. 1. Setting the wrong goals for the wrong reasons. It is critical for you to recognize your “why” and analyze if you have the right motivations in your goal setting. If you set a goal based on pleasing others, fitting in, or having a “social media ideal” life, you will not be personally satisfied or fulfilled, so you should start out by setting goals for the right reasons. 2. Lacking accountability. When you set long-term and short-term goals, you should build in some checkpoints along the way that will allow you to gauge your progress and make any necessary adjustments. A great way to do this is by talking with your goals with a coach, trainer, accountability partner, or group that will check in with you and help you stay on track. Additionally, blocking off time on your calendar to commit to your various goals and assigning deadlines to the items on your to-do lists will create an element of passive accountability and make your goals seem more achievable. 3. You don’t like to be uncomfortable. Good goals will challenge you to get outside your comfort zone, because that is where you can truly grow. The more you step out and choose to be uncomfortable, the more confident you will be and the less you will listen to those around you who intentionally or unintentionally discourage you as you strive towards your goals. Establishing a mindfulness practice such as meditation, exercise, journaling, or spiritual activities will help you keep your emotions in check as you change internally. Topics Covered in this Episode: • The main reasons why people don’t reach their goals • Setting the right goals for the right reasons • Establishing an accountability system • Overcoming discomfort to grow, change, and achieve • Activating your goals

EAP 178: The Real Reason Why You are Stuck

EAP 177: Celebrating Wins With Caution by Kimi Walker

EAP 177: Celebrating Wins With Caution

With Memorial Day signaling the unofficial start of summer, it can be easy to shift to “vacation mode” and start coming up short on your personal and professional goals. On this episode of the Early Accountability Podcast, Kimi gives listeners 4 strategies for enjoying summer while being productive.1. Define your work-life balance – Understand your personal, professional, and family roles and goals. Think through your desires and what works best for you and those around you during this season and then define what and when your breaks are going to be.2. Plan, plan, plan – Consult with the stakeholders in your various roles to make plans and then commit to them. Write them down, set reminders, create alarms on your phone, and use timers when you need to stay on track and hold yourself accountable.3. Set contingencies for yourself – If you have something coming up that you are looking forward to, come up with productivity milestones along the way where you get to reward yourself with as aspect of the upcoming event. For instance, when you finish this thing on your to-do list, you can book your flight, etc. Not only does this build up the anticipation of the trip, but it helps you spur on your productivity ahead of time, so you can truly enjoy yourself without feeling stressed about the work that you didn’t get done.4. Intertwine work and fun – When possible, add on a few days of vacation to a work trip or schedule a meeting with a client if you are going to be in their area for vacation. Double-duty trips like this are cost-effective and beneficial because you are able to check a professional box and a personal box at the same time.Get out there and enjoy your summer and use these tips to maximize your time and productivity!Topics Covered in this Episode:• Productivity maximization• Intentional planning• Work-life balance• Time blocking• Self-awareness and motivation

With Memorial Day signaling the unofficial start of summer, it can be easy to shift to “vacation mode” and start coming up short on your personal and professional goals. On this episode of the Early Accountability Podcast, Kimi gives listeners 4 strategies for enjoying summer while being productive. 1. Define your work-life balance – Understand your personal, professional, and family roles and goals. Think through your desires and what works best for you and those around you during this season and then define what and when your breaks are going to be. 2. Plan, plan, plan – Consult with the stakeholders in your various roles to make plans and then commit to them. Write them down, set reminders, create alarms on your phone, and use timers when you need to stay on track and hold yourself accountable. 3. Set contingencies for yourself – If you have something coming up that you are looking forward to, come up with productivity milestones along the way where you get to reward yourself with as aspect of the upcoming event. For instance, when you finish this thing on your to-do list, you can book your flight, etc. Not only does this build up the anticipation of the trip, but it helps you spur on your productivity ahead of time, so you can truly enjoy yourself without feeling stressed about the work that you didn’t get done. 4. Intertwine work and fun – When possible, add on a few days of vacation to a work trip or schedule a meeting with a client if you are going to be in their area for vacation. Double-duty trips like this are cost-effective and beneficial because you are able to check a professional box and a personal box at the same time. Get out there and enjoy your summer and use these tips to maximize your time and productivity! Topics Covered in this Episode: • Productivity maximization • Intentional planning • Work-life balance • Time blocking • Self-awareness and motivation

EAP 176: Enjoy Summer AND Reach Your Goals

The Early Accountability Podcast transforms Dreamers into Doers and Visionaries into Victors through goal activation strategies that abandon excuses, jumpstart motivation, and ignite results. Early Accountability Coaching is a specialty focused on helping those who are in the fragile beginning stages of a new endeavor, professional project, lifestyle change, or mindset shift. Visit www.earlyaccountability.com for more information on reaching your goals!

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A must-listen!!!!

This show is always so powerful, empowering and soul cleansing.  I love it!  Kimi is awesome.

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The Early Accountability Podcast transforms Dreamers into Doers and Visionaries into Victors through goal activation strategies that abandon excuses, jumpstart motivation, and ignite results. Early Accountability Coaching is a specialty focused on helping those who are in the fragile beginning stages of a new endeavor, professional project, lifestyle change, or mindset shift. Visit <a href="http://www.earlyaccountability.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.earlyaccountability.com</a> for more information on reaching your goals!

Early Accountability

As you prepare for the new year to begin and you feel the inevitable pressure to come up with some new year’s resolutions, consider taking your resolutions in a different direction. This episode of the Early Accountability Podcast is all about living intentionally and choosing the activities or experiences you pursue. In fact, Kimi encourages you to prioritize activities or experiences that fall into these categories:1.Something that makes you feel productive – This is not busy work, but rather a choice to streamline the way you do things. This could mean outsourcing, delegating, eliminating, brainstorming, planning, time blocking, or anything else that will help you get more done in a simpler manner.2.Something that makes you feel at peace – Oftentimes, when we have just done something that makes us feel productive, we have a sense of relief that can make us feel at peace. But being productive is not always a prerequisite for peace. You can find peace in moments of rest and reflection, doing something that makes the rest of the world fade away if even for a few minutes. This could be going to a Bible study, meditating, exercising, meeting with your accountability group, or just unplugging.3.Something that you are passionate about – Find something that makes you feel fulfilled and aligned with your purpose. This is likely something that you tangibly enjoy and would do for free – even if you are getting paid to do it. 4.Something that makes you feel scared or uneasy – As we often talk about on the show, doing things that make you feel uncomfortable is essential to your growth, so unless you want to remain exactly as you are from now on, you should commit to doing something that will challenge you.5.Something that makes you feel encouraged – Get plugged into a group of people who encourage you to be content with what you have, to work hard for what you want, and to be grateful in all circumstances. This kind of accountability and support will help you overcome difficulties and appreciate the joy and goodness that are available to you.As you think through these activities, know that some things can fall into multiple categories, so it is not important to check off each box like just another to-do list, but the goal is to prioritize what is important and what will help you grow in the new year.Topics Covered in this Episode:•New Year’s Resolutions•Starting 2020 with a new perspective•Prioritizing what is important•Choosing what you pursueConnect with Kimi:http://www.kimiwalker.com/ https://web.facebook.com/kimiwalker https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimiwalker https://www.youtube.com/user/KimiFitWell

As you prepare for the new year to begin and you feel the inevitable pressure to come up with some new year’s resolutions, consider taking your resolutions in a different direction. This episode of the Early Accountability Podcast is all about living intentionally and choosing the activities or experiences you pursue. In fact, Kimi encourages you to prioritize activities or experiences that fall into these categories: 1.Something that makes you feel productive – This is not busy work, but rather a choice to streamline the way you do things. This could mean outsourcing, delegating, eliminating, brainstorming, planning, time blocking, or anything else that will help you get more done in a simpler manner. 2.Something that makes you feel at peace – Oftentimes, when we have just done something that makes us feel productive, we have a sense of relief that can make us feel at peace. But being productive is not always a prerequisite for peace. You can find peace in moments of rest and reflection, doing something that makes the rest of the world fade away if even for a few minutes. This could be going to a Bible study, meditating, exercising, meeting with your accountability group, or just unplugging. 3.Something that you are passionate about – Find something that makes you feel fulfilled and aligned with your purpose. This is likely something that you tangibly enjoy and would do for free – even if you are getting paid to do it. 4.Something that makes you feel scared or uneasy – As we often talk about on the show, doing things that make you feel uncomfortable is essential to your growth, so unless you want to remain exactly as you are from now on, you should commit to doing something that will challenge you. 5.Something that makes you feel encouraged – Get plugged into a group of people who encourage you to be content with what you have, to work hard for what you want, and to be grateful in all circumstances. This kind of accountability and support will help you overcome difficulties and appreciate the joy and goodness that are available to you. As you think through these activities, know that some things can fall into multiple categories, so it is not important to check off each box like just another to-do list, but the goal is to prioritize what is important and what will help you grow in the new year. Topics Covered in this Episode: •New Year’s Resolutions •Starting 2020 with a new perspective •Prioritizing what is important •Choosing what you pursue Connect with Kimi: <a href="http://www.kimiwalker.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.kimiwalker.com/</a> <a href="https://web.facebook.com/kimiwalker" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://web.facebook.com/kimiwalker</a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimiwalker" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimiwalker</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/KimiFitWell" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/user/KimiFitWell</a>

EAP 100: Be Intentional in 2020 - 5 Non-Cliche Resolutions to Implement NOW!

As the coronavirus continues to spread in the US and more and more people find themselves affected by the pandemic in one way or another, Kimi also continues her Early Accountability podcast episodes to encourage listeners on the subject. Even since last week’s episode there have been many changes in the situation in the US and around the world, and we want to express our sincerest appreciation and sympathy to the “essential” workers and to anyone who has had a loved one sickened by the virus. This is uncharted territory for all of us and now is the time to band together and help those around us while staying at home to prevent the spread. This week’s practical tips are:1.Get grounded – Make a point to be mindful every day. Think about where you are, where you have come from, and where you are going.2.Create a schedule – Whether you are at home alone, with your roommate or spouse, or with your whole family, it is important to keep the day as structured as possible. This will help you stay productive while also making sure that you set aside time for yourself.3.Reflect on changes that you could make – Write down a list of your goals or tasks you want to complete and then chart out the path to get there. That might mean making financial decisions, letting go of some things, joining support or accountability groups, signing up for e-learning opportunities, planning for future projects, teaching others online, or many other things.4.Stay informed but don’t overconsume – Be intentional about reading the news every day or every other day from a few reputable news sources, but don’t read so much that you get overwhelmed. Give yourself space to process the news and how it affects you, which probably means not scrolling through social media too much.Topics Covered in this Episode:•Keeping calm during uncertain times•Coronavirus•Fighting fear with facts•Mindfulness and staying grounded•Navigating the unexpectedConnect with Kimi:http://www.kimiwalker.com/ https://web.facebook.com/kimiwalker https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimiwalker https://www.youtube.com/user/KimiFitWell

As the coronavirus continues to spread in the US and more and more people find themselves affected by the pandemic in one way or another, Kimi also continues her Early Accountability podcast episodes to encourage listeners on the subject. Even since last week’s episode there have been many changes in the situation in the US and around the world, and we want to express our sincerest appreciation and sympathy to the “essential” workers and to anyone who has had a loved one sickened by the virus. This is uncharted territory for all of us and now is the time to band together and help those around us while staying at home to prevent the spread. This week’s practical tips are: 1.Get grounded – Make a point to be mindful every day. Think about where you are, where you have come from, and where you are going. 2.Create a schedule – Whether you are at home alone, with your roommate or spouse, or with your whole family, it is important to keep the day as structured as possible. This will help you stay productive while also making sure that you set aside time for yourself. 3.Reflect on changes that you could make – Write down a list of your goals or tasks you want to complete and then chart out the path to get there. That might mean making financial decisions, letting go of some things, joining support or accountability groups, signing up for e-learning opportunities, planning for future projects, teaching others online, or many other things. 4.Stay informed but don’t overconsume – Be intentional about reading the news every day or every other day from a few reputable news sources, but don’t read so much that you get overwhelmed. Give yourself space to process the news and how it affects you, which probably means not scrolling through social media too much. Topics Covered in this Episode: •Keeping calm during uncertain times •Coronavirus •Fighting fear with facts •Mindfulness and staying grounded •Navigating the unexpected Connect with Kimi: <a href="http://www.kimiwalker.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.kimiwalker.com/</a> <a href="https://web.facebook.com/kimiwalker" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://web.facebook.com/kimiwalker</a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimiwalker" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimiwalker</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/KimiFitWell" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/user/KimiFitWell</a>

EAP 114: Keeping Your Sanity During Uncertainty

Welcome to the next episode of the Early Accountability Podcast! On this episode, Kimi talks about the best ways to capitalize on free time, whether expected or unexpected, and optimize your productivity. Whether a meeting gets cancelled or you are given an extra day (Leap Day) or you have blocked out some time for yourself, there are ways to make the most of that time and not just waste it binging a show or scrolling through social media. The best way to guarantee that this free time will be productive is to make a list of things that are not time-sensitive but that you want to prioritize. If you want to take an online course, clean out your shed, take up a hobby, connect with an old friend, or check out that new museum or restaurant in your area, you are more likely to do so if you have written it down on your list. Perhaps these are things you have been putting off “until the right time” but the right time never comes because you aren’t in a mindset of looking for productive things to do when you are given an extra 20 minutes, hour, or day. You will likely find that inserting these tasks and activities into your schedule will add balance to your life and give you just enough of a break from the mundane to spark your creativity and get you excited about your goals.Your challenge after listening to this episode is to make a list of 20 things to do in 2020 when you have extra time.Topics Covered in this Episode:•Being wise with your time•Planning for success•What to do with extra time•Leap DayConnect with Kimi:http://www.kimiwalker.com/ https://web.facebook.com/kimiwalker https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimiwalker https://www.youtube.com/user/KimiFitWell

Welcome to the next episode of the Early Accountability Podcast! On this episode, Kimi talks about the best ways to capitalize on free time, whether expected or unexpected, and optimize your productivity. Whether a meeting gets cancelled or you are given an extra day (Leap Day) or you have blocked out some time for yourself, there are ways to make the most of that time and not just waste it binging a show or scrolling through social media. The best way to guarantee that this free time will be productive is to make a list of things that are not time-sensitive but that you want to prioritize. If you want to take an online course, clean out your shed, take up a hobby, connect with an old friend, or check out that new museum or restaurant in your area, you are more likely to do so if you have written it down on your list. Perhaps these are things you have been putting off “until the right time” but the right time never comes because you aren’t in a mindset of looking for productive things to do when you are given an extra 20 minutes, hour, or day. You will likely find that inserting these tasks and activities into your schedule will add balance to your life and give you just enough of a break from the mundane to spark your creativity and get you excited about your goals. Your challenge after listening to this episode is to make a list of 20 things to do in 2020 when you have extra time. Topics Covered in this Episode: •Being wise with your time •Planning for success •What to do with extra time •Leap Day Connect with Kimi: <a href="http://www.kimiwalker.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.kimiwalker.com/</a> <a href="https://web.facebook.com/kimiwalker" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://web.facebook.com/kimiwalker</a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimiwalker" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimiwalker</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/KimiFitWell" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/user/KimiFitWell</a>

EAP 109: Leap Year Strategy - Be Productive With Your Extra Time

On this episode of the Early Accountability Podcast, Kimi talks about turning 2019’s setbacks into a success strategy for 2020. Looking back at what happened in 2019 and thinking about the progress you made – or didn’t make – towards your goals is only half of the process. Here are the 5 ways that Kimi recommends you move forward in 2020:1.State your setbacks – Be honest and transparent with yourself about what got in your way this year, but don’t dwell on these setbacks. Claim the goals you had set for the year but didn’t quite reach because it is important to keep these in mind as you plan for next year.2.See the value in the experience – Reflect and really try to glean everything you can from the lessons you learned through the ups and downs of 2019. Be thankful for the things that happened and analyze the reasons why, allowing yourself to let certain things go.3.Step out of your comfort zone – As was discussed in the previous episode of the podcast, it is likely that some of your unmet goals were the result of avoiding change. Next year, be prepared to do things differently and take steps towards where you want to be, even if they are micro-steps.4.Select your alternatives – Take some time to define what exactly is going to be different, whether it means modifying or intensifying your process, streamlining, or outsourcing. Recognize that the way you have been doing things hasn’t been getting you the results you want, and you do not have to do it all alone. Coaches and accountability groups are a great resource as well.5.Set small goals – If you have a big goal, it can be intimidating to wake up every morning thinking about how big the goal really is. It is much easier to break down the goal into smaller, shorter-term goals that are much more attainable from day-to-day and week-to-week. Setting smaller goals helps keep your motivation up and makes it easier to be consistent in your pursuit of the small and big goals. Celebrating these smaller milestones along the way builds your momentum on the way to achieving your big goal.Topics Covered in this Episode:•Taking action on lessons learned•Stepping out of your comfort zone•Setting smaller goals to gradually work towards a bigger goal•Deciding how things will be different from now onConnect with Kimi:http://www.kimiwalker.com/ https://web.facebook.com/kimiwalker https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimiwalker https://www.youtube.com/user/KimiFitWell

On this episode of the Early Accountability Podcast, Kimi talks about turning 2019’s setbacks into a success strategy for 2020. Looking back at what happened in 2019 and thinking about the progress you made – or didn’t make – towards your goals is only half of the process. Here are the 5 ways that Kimi recommends you move forward in 2020: 1.State your setbacks – Be honest and transparent with yourself about what got in your way this year, but don’t dwell on these setbacks. Claim the goals you had set for the year but didn’t quite reach because it is important to keep these in mind as you plan for next year. 2.See the value in the experience – Reflect and really try to glean everything you can from the lessons you learned through the ups and downs of 2019. Be thankful for the things that happened and analyze the reasons why, allowing yourself to let certain things go. 3.Step out of your comfort zone – As was discussed in the previous episode of the podcast, it is likely that some of your unmet goals were the result of avoiding change. Next year, be prepared to do things differently and take steps towards where you want to be, even if they are micro-steps. 4.Select your alternatives – Take some time to define what exactly is going to be different, whether it means modifying or intensifying your process, streamlining, or outsourcing. Recognize that the way you have been doing things hasn’t been getting you the results you want, and you do not have to do it all alone. Coaches and accountability groups are a great resource as well. 5.Set small goals – If you have a big goal, it can be intimidating to wake up every morning thinking about how big the goal really is. It is much easier to break down the goal into smaller, shorter-term goals that are much more attainable from day-to-day and week-to-week. Setting smaller goals helps keep your motivation up and makes it easier to be consistent in your pursuit of the small and big goals. Celebrating these smaller milestones along the way builds your momentum on the way to achieving your big goal. Topics Covered in this Episode: •Taking action on lessons learned •Stepping out of your comfort zone •Setting smaller goals to gradually work towards a bigger goal •Deciding how things will be different from now on Connect with Kimi: <a href="http://www.kimiwalker.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.kimiwalker.com/</a> <a href="https://web.facebook.com/kimiwalker" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://web.facebook.com/kimiwalker</a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimiwalker" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimiwalker</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/KimiFitWell" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/user/KimiFitWell</a>

EAP 99: Turn Your 2019 Setbacks into a 2020 Success Strategy

EAP 101: Meditate, Initiate, and Create - Manifest Your Dreams in 2020 by Kimi Walker

EAP 101: Meditate, Initiate, and Create - Manifest Your Dreams in 2020

On this episode of the Early Accountability Podcast, Kimi checks in with two of her podcast mentees, Maurice L. Wilson and Justice Wali, to discuss their recent podcast launches. As with many things in life, there is quite a process involved in making a dream into reality, so Kimi has been working with these guys and Tyran Cosby on planning and implementing their podcasts for several months before they were ready to start putting content out to the world.Maurice applies his engineering background to financial problem-solving, breaking down the complex wealth equations that currently exist and simplifying wealth-building so everyone can understand it and start doing it for themselves. He believes that everyone should be equipped with the tools to build wealth and enjoy their lives during their “prime years” rather than spending 30-40 years saving for retirement and then being too worn out once retirement comes to actually enjoy it. When it comes to working on his podcast, Maurice’s biggest hurdle was his confidence in himself, knowing that he had something worth saying and overcoming the barrier of feeling like he was talking to himself when recording episodes.Justice launched his podcast as an extension of his coaching business, aiming to help cultures understand one another better and focus on the similarities between them rather than the differences. Justice has committed his life to coaching others to be intentional with their words and actions while avoiding some of the pitfalls that tripped him up in his earlier years. Justice has found that the hardest part about podcasting is prioritizing it and being committed. Working with Kimi and the other guys in this podcasting “cohort” has provided a great level of accountability for him and he has solidified within himself the idea of being true to himself regardless of what others think. Topics Covered in this Episode:•Paying it forward•Launching a podcast•Starting something new•Being consistentConnect with Maurice L. Wilson:http://thewealthequation.podbean.com/ https://www.wilsonwealth.com/ https://www.instagram.com/thewealthequation/Connect with Justice Wali:http://urbancoach101.podbean.com/ https://www.instagram.com/justice__wali/ https://www.facebook.com/ForJusticewali/ https://twitter.com/jwali_wali?lang=en https://justicewali.com Connect with Kimi:http://www.kimiwalker.com/ https://web.facebook.com/kimiwalker https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimiwalker https://www.youtube.com/user/KimiFitWell

On this episode of the Early Accountability Podcast, Kimi checks in with two of her podcast mentees, Maurice L. Wilson and Justice Wali, to discuss their recent podcast launches. As with many things in life, there is quite a process involved in making a dream into reality, so Kimi has been working with these guys and Tyran Cosby on planning and implementing their podcasts for several months before they were ready to start putting content out to the world. Maurice applies his engineering background to financial problem-solving, breaking down the complex wealth equations that currently exist and simplifying wealth-building so everyone can understand it and start doing it for themselves. He believes that everyone should be equipped with the tools to build wealth and enjoy their lives during their “prime years” rather than spending 30-40 years saving for retirement and then being too worn out once retirement comes to actually enjoy it. When it comes to working on his podcast, Maurice’s biggest hurdle was his confidence in himself, knowing that he had something worth saying and overcoming the barrier of feeling like he was talking to himself when recording episodes. Justice launched his podcast as an extension of his coaching business, aiming to help cultures understand one another better and focus on the similarities between them rather than the differences. Justice has committed his life to coaching others to be intentional with their words and actions while avoiding some of the pitfalls that tripped him up in his earlier years. Justice has found that the hardest part about podcasting is prioritizing it and being committed. Working with Kimi and the other guys in this podcasting “cohort” has provided a great level of accountability for him and he has solidified within himself the idea of being true to himself regardless of what others think. Topics Covered in this Episode: •Paying it forward •Launching a podcast •Starting something new •Being consistent Connect with Maurice L. Wilson: <a href="http://thewealthequation.podbean.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://thewealthequation.podbean.com/</a> <a href="https://www.wilsonwealth.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.wilsonwealth.com/</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thewealthequation/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/thewealthequation/</a> Connect with Justice Wali: <a href="http://urbancoach101.podbean.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://urbancoach101.podbean.com/</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/justice__wali/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/justice__wali/</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ForJusticewali/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/ForJusticewali/</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/jwali_wali?lang=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/jwali_wali?lang=en</a> <a href="https://justicewali.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://justicewali.com</a> Connect with Kimi: <a href="http://www.kimiwalker.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.kimiwalker.com/</a> <a href="https://web.facebook.com/kimiwalker" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://web.facebook.com/kimiwalker</a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimiwalker" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimiwalker</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/KimiFitWell" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/user/KimiFitWell</a>

EAP 107: From Guest to Host - How They Started Their Own Podcast

Our topic on this episode of the Early Accountability Podcast is how to approach new goals that you make for yourself in this new year. There could be any number of reasons why people fail to keep their new years resolutions, as Kimi has discussed on previous episodes of the podcast, but rather than focusing on avoiding those “mistakes”, try to focus on these key aspects of effective goals.1.The Right Pace – Don’t feel the pressure to commit to a lofty goal in January just because other people are talking about their resolutions. It is not reasonable to expect yourself to lose 15 pounds in a month and still maintain all of your other life commitments. If you have a goal for this year, sit down and consider what milestones you will need to reach weekly or monthly to get there.2.Sustainable – It may very well be possible for you to lose 15 pounds in a month by working out 2 hours per day and eating only vegetables and raw fruits for the entire month, but your body cannot possibly sustain this kind of discipline indefinitely. Try to find a healthy balance between your current lifestyle and what you need to do to accomplish your goal.3.Realistic – If you have not gone for a run in the past year, it is not likely that you will be able to run a marathon in 6 months in under 3 hours. While it is great to set big goals for yourself to work towards, you are not doing yourself any favors by choosing unrealistic goals and then going through the disappointment of not achieving them. If you want to be able to run a marathon, start with a 5k first.4.Thoughtful – Set aside time for meditation, reflection, and recharging. Rest is so important for performance and for getting grounded and gaining the necessary clarity to move forward. If you keep pushing yourself to work harder and achieve more without intentionality, you are forcing yourself towards burnout rather than productivity.Topics Covered in this Episode:•New year•Resolutions•Incorporating goals into your life•Fresh start•Setting yourself up for successConnect with Kimi:http://www.kimiwalker.com/ https://web.facebook.com/kimiwalker https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimiwalker https://www.youtube.com/user/KimiFitWell

Our topic on this episode of the Early Accountability Podcast is how to approach new goals that you make for yourself in this new year. There could be any number of reasons why people fail to keep their new years resolutions, as Kimi has discussed on previous episodes of the podcast, but rather than focusing on avoiding those “mistakes”, try to focus on these key aspects of effective goals. 1.The Right Pace – Don’t feel the pressure to commit to a lofty goal in January just because other people are talking about their resolutions. It is not reasonable to expect yourself to lose 15 pounds in a month and still maintain all of your other life commitments. If you have a goal for this year, sit down and consider what milestones you will need to reach weekly or monthly to get there. 2.Sustainable – It may very well be possible for you to lose 15 pounds in a month by working out 2 hours per day and eating only vegetables and raw fruits for the entire month, but your body cannot possibly sustain this kind of discipline indefinitely. Try to find a healthy balance between your current lifestyle and what you need to do to accomplish your goal. 3.Realistic – If you have not gone for a run in the past year, it is not likely that you will be able to run a marathon in 6 months in under 3 hours. While it is great to set big goals for yourself to work towards, you are not doing yourself any favors by choosing unrealistic goals and then going through the disappointment of not achieving them. If you want to be able to run a marathon, start with a 5k first. 4.Thoughtful – Set aside time for meditation, reflection, and recharging. Rest is so important for performance and for getting grounded and gaining the necessary clarity to move forward. If you keep pushing yourself to work harder and achieve more without intentionality, you are forcing yourself towards burnout rather than productivity. Topics Covered in this Episode: •New year •Resolutions •Incorporating goals into your life •Fresh start •Setting yourself up for success Connect with Kimi: <a href="http://www.kimiwalker.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.kimiwalker.com/</a> <a href="https://web.facebook.com/kimiwalker" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://web.facebook.com/kimiwalker</a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimiwalker" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimiwalker</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/KimiFitWell" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/user/KimiFitWell</a>

EAP 102: A Winning Strategy for the New Year & Beyond

Thanks for tuning in to the next episode of the Early Accountability Podcast! On this episode, Kimi continues the conversation we began last week by providing more practical tips for handling the uncertain times in our world right now, particularly regarding COVID-19. Perhaps you have even experienced drastic changes in your lifestyle, school, or work schedule just since last week because of how quickly the virus is evolving and spreading across the U.S. and the world. It is understandable that this turbulence could lead to anxiety, fear, and stress, but there are some simple ways to keep your head above water.1.Don’t believe everything you hear – Monitor your consumption of television and social media during these times and try to find the balance of staying informed without getting overwhelmed. Read articles written by reputable sources rather than relying on what your friends are saying they have heard.2.Social support doesn’t mean social isolation – Even in this time of social distancing and self-quarantine, we have so many technological tools at our fingertips that it is easier than ever to keep in touch with others. In fact, you likely find yourself with more time available to reach out and have those conversations, so be intentional about connecting with loved ones.3.Take advantage of telehealth services and mental health hotlines – Just because you can’t physically go to your health provider’s office does not mean that you can’t get help for physical or mental health issues. Contact your doctor’s office to see what kind of telehealth services they provide and do not hesitate to reach out via mental health hotlines if you find yourself struggling with anxiety, depression, or excessive stress in the midst of this coronavirus crisis. We have provided specific resources below.Topics Covered in this Episode:•Keeping calm during uncertain times•Coronavirus•Fighting fear with facts•Mindfulness and staying groundedLinks:•If you're going through some tough or confusing times, reach out to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline '1-800-273-TALK (8255)'•Lifeline Crisis Chat http://www.contact-usa.org/chat.html •In the US text 741741 to speak with a Crisis Counselor at Crisis Text Line https://www.crisistextline.org/texting-in •IMAlive crisis support chat https://www.imalive.org Relevant Agencies:•National Institute on Mental Health (NIMH): https://www.nimh.nih.gov/index.shtml •Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): https://www.cdc.gov •Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMSHA): https://www.samhsa.gov •National Alliance on Mental Health (NAMI) https://www.nami.org Relevant Articles:•NIMH article on Coping With Coronavirus: Managing Stress, Fear, and Anxiety: https://www.nimh.nih.gov/about/director/messages/2020/coping-with-coronavirus-managing-stress-fear-and-anxiety.shtml •The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has a webpage with information on dealing with fear, anxiety, and stress brought on by the coronavirus pandemic.•CDC information on Coping with a Disaster or Traumatic Event https://emergency.cdc.gov/coping/index.asp •NAMI Coronavirus Information and resources https://www.nami.org/getattachment/Press-Media/Press-Releases/2020/COVID-19-and-Mental-Illness-NAMI-Releases-Importan/COVID-19-Updated-Guide-1.pdf?lang=en-US Connect with Kimi:http://www.kimiwalker.com/ https://web.facebook.com/kimiwalker https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimiwalker https://www.youtube.com/user/KimiFitWell

Thanks for tuning in to the next episode of the Early Accountability Podcast! On this episode, Kimi continues the conversation we began last week by providing more practical tips for handling the uncertain times in our world right now, particularly regarding COVID-19. Perhaps you have even experienced drastic changes in your lifestyle, school, or work schedule just since last week because of how quickly the virus is evolving and spreading across the U.S. and the world. It is understandable that this turbulence could lead to anxiety, fear, and stress, but there are some simple ways to keep your head above water. 1.Don’t believe everything you hear – Monitor your consumption of television and social media during these times and try to find the balance of staying informed without getting overwhelmed. Read articles written by reputable sources rather than relying on what your friends are saying they have heard. 2.Social support doesn’t mean social isolation – Even in this time of social distancing and self-quarantine, we have so many technological tools at our fingertips that it is easier than ever to keep in touch with others. In fact, you likely find yourself with more time available to reach out and have those conversations, so be intentional about connecting with loved ones. 3.Take advantage of telehealth services and mental health hotlines – Just because you can’t physically go to your health provider’s office does not mean that you can’t get help for physical or mental health issues. Contact your doctor’s office to see what kind of telehealth services they provide and do not hesitate to reach out via mental health hotlines if you find yourself struggling with anxiety, depression, or excessive stress in the midst of this coronavirus crisis. We have provided specific resources below. Topics Covered in this Episode: •Keeping calm during uncertain times •Coronavirus •Fighting fear with facts •Mindfulness and staying grounded Links: •If you're going through some tough or confusing times, reach out to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline '1-800-273-TALK (8255)' •Lifeline Crisis Chat <a href="http://www.contact-usa.org/chat.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.contact-usa.org/chat.html</a> •In the US text 741741 to speak with a Crisis Counselor at Crisis Text Line <a href="https://www.crisistextline.org/texting-in" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.crisistextline.org/texting-in</a> •IMAlive crisis support chat <a href="https://www.imalive.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.imalive.org</a> Relevant Agencies: •National Institute on Mental Health (NIMH): <a href="https://www.nimh.nih.gov/index.shtml" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.nimh.nih.gov/index.shtml</a> •Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): <a href="https://www.cdc.gov" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.cdc.gov</a> •Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMSHA): <a href="https://www.samhsa.gov" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.samhsa.gov</a> •National Alliance on Mental Health (NAMI) <a href="https://www.nami.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.nami.org</a> Relevant Articles: •NIMH article on Coping With Coronavirus: Managing Stress, Fear, and Anxiety: <a href="https://www.nimh.nih.gov/about/director/messages/2020/coping-with-coronavirus-managing-stress-fear-and-anxiety.shtml" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.nimh.nih.gov/about/director/messages/2020/coping-with-coronavirus-managing-stress-fear-and-anxiety.shtml</a> •The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has a webpage with information on dealing with fear, anxiety, and stress brought on by the coronavirus pandemic. •CDC information on Coping with a Disaster or Traumatic Event <a href="https://emergency.cdc.gov/coping/index.asp" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://emergency.cdc.gov/coping/index.asp</a> •NAMI Coronavirus Information and resources <a href="https://www.nami.org/getattachment/Press-Media/Press-Releases/2020/COVID-19-and-Mental-Illness-NAMI-Releases-Importan/COVID-19-Updated-Guide-1.pdf?lang=en-US" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.nami.org/getattachment/Press-Media/Press-Releases/2020/COVID-19-and-Mental-Illness-NAMI-Releases-Importan/COVID-19-Updated-Guide-1.pdf?lang=en-US</a> Connect with Kimi: <a href="http://www.kimiwalker.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.kimiwalker.com/</a> <a href="https://web.facebook.com/kimiwalker" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://web.facebook.com/kimiwalker</a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimiwalker" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimiwalker</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/KimiFitWell" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/user/KimiFitWell</a>

EAP 113: COVID-19 Madness & Mental Health

This is one of the last episodes of the Early Accountability Podcast for 2019, so Kimi wanted to take this opportunity to talk about looking back on this past year, assessing your progress towards your goals, and applying the lessons learned to planning for 2020. From New Year’s Resolutions to short- or long-term goals over this past year, it is likely that you experienced some disappointments due to goals that were not met. Here are Kimi’s top three most likely reasons why you didn’t reach your goals:1.You didn’t want to be uncomfortable – There is no denying that change is difficult, challenging, and uncomfortable. It is far easier to just keep things as they are and not go through the hassle of adjusting the way you do or approach things in order to make improvements. But in order to grow, you will have to think and act differently. In 2020, keep in mind that it takes 21 days to build a new habit, and encourage yourself that you can be uncomfortable for 21 days if it means that you get to reach the new personal or professional goal that you have been striving for.2.You lack consistency – Since it takes 21 days to start a new habit – or stop and old one – this takes a time commitment that sometimes means sacrificing the comforts and pleasures of your old life. But if you stick with your goal every day, you will see the results in the end. Stick with the daily grind and persevere even when you don’t feel like it.3.You don’t want to be held accountable – It is one thing to tell someone about a new goal that you have. It is another thing to have them check in on you to see how you are progressing towards your goal. That type of vulnerability is difficult sometimes, but accountability is a key aspect of learning and growing, taking steps towards those goals you have always made for yourself but never actually believed you could achieve. A great way to start participating in accountability is to set up tracking systems for your milestones and invite an accountability partner or group to help you stay on track. When you feel discouraged, take a look back at your tracking system to see how far you have come and reach out to the people in your life who can affirm your progress.Topics Covered in this Episode:•Reflecting on 2019•Planning for 2020•Reasons why you didn’t reach your goals•Applying lessons learnedConnect with Kimi:http://www.kimiwalker.com/ https://web.facebook.com/kimiwalker https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimiwalker https://www.youtube.com/user/KimiFitWell

This is one of the last episodes of the Early Accountability Podcast for 2019, so Kimi wanted to take this opportunity to talk about looking back on this past year, assessing your progress towards your goals, and applying the lessons learned to planning for 2020. From New Year’s Resolutions to short- or long-term goals over this past year, it is likely that you experienced some disappointments due to goals that were not met. Here are Kimi’s top three most likely reasons why you didn’t reach your goals: 1.You didn’t want to be uncomfortable – There is no denying that change is difficult, challenging, and uncomfortable. It is far easier to just keep things as they are and not go through the hassle of adjusting the way you do or approach things in order to make improvements. But in order to grow, you will have to think and act differently. In 2020, keep in mind that it takes 21 days to build a new habit, and encourage yourself that you can be uncomfortable for 21 days if it means that you get to reach the new personal or professional goal that you have been striving for. 2.You lack consistency – Since it takes 21 days to start a new habit – or stop and old one – this takes a time commitment that sometimes means sacrificing the comforts and pleasures of your old life. But if you stick with your goal every day, you will see the results in the end. Stick with the daily grind and persevere even when you don’t feel like it. 3.You don’t want to be held accountable – It is one thing to tell someone about a new goal that you have. It is another thing to have them check in on you to see how you are progressing towards your goal. That type of vulnerability is difficult sometimes, but accountability is a key aspect of learning and growing, taking steps towards those goals you have always made for yourself but never actually believed you could achieve. A great way to start participating in accountability is to set up tracking systems for your milestones and invite an accountability partner or group to help you stay on track. When you feel discouraged, take a look back at your tracking system to see how far you have come and reach out to the people in your life who can affirm your progress. Topics Covered in this Episode: •Reflecting on 2019 •Planning for 2020 •Reasons why you didn’t reach your goals •Applying lessons learned Connect with Kimi: <a href="http://www.kimiwalker.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.kimiwalker.com/</a> <a href="https://web.facebook.com/kimiwalker" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://web.facebook.com/kimiwalker</a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimiwalker" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimiwalker</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/KimiFitWell" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/user/KimiFitWell</a>

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