Freedom Friday

“As long as you can find someone else to blame for anything you are doing, you cannot be held accountable or responsible for your growth—or the lack of it.”

—Sun Bear

How do these words resonate with you?

Let’s pause for a moment to recalibrate:

Take a deep breath in... exhale slowly... deep breath in... exhale slowly... deep breath in... exhale slowly... center yourself and become fully present.

Accountability + Responsibility = Growth

Growth is an ongoing, intentional process—it’s not passive. When we shift blame onto others, our circumstances, or even ourselves, we are giving away our power and control. Sit with that for a moment.

Iyanla Vanzant, in Acts of Faith, powerfully states:

“The only thing holding us in place right now are the things ‘we’ do not do.”

What actions are you avoiding?

What are you not doing that’s keeping you stuck?

Taking full ownership is the key to unlocking your potential. To move forward, you need to fully embrace responsibility—not just for your actions but for your results.

Responsibility (noun): The state of having a duty to manage something or control outcomes.

True leadership requires this: owning the outcome and actively guiding your team or your life toward success.

As Henry Ford wisely said,

“Don’t find fault... find a remedy.”

Gay Hendricks, in A Year of Living Consciously, challenges us to turn complaints into action:

“One of the most powerful moves you can make is to learn to turn your complaints into requests or action. Forget what’s wrong, let’s focus on what needs to be done.”

Consider the top two complaints you’ve voiced recently. Now, think:

How can you shift these from complaints to actionable steps or requests for progress?

Accountability (noun): The willingness to take full responsibility for your actions and the impact they have.

It’s about being proactive and owning your journey.

What are you willing to do today to take full ownership of your growth?

This is your moment to act. 

Be intentional—embrace responsibility and inspire others to do the same. Watch what shifts when you step into your power.

You've got this!

Coach Tavia

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