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EPISODE · Feb 9, 2026 · 17 MIN

Ep. 71 - How to Stop Being Reactive and Start Feeling Proactive Again

from Accountable · host Hosted By: Amanda McKinney | Inspired By: Mel Robbins, Brene Brown, Steven Bartlett, Andrew Huberman

Send a textThis episode came from a conversation I had with an entrepreneur who had a great year on paper but still felt scattered, overwhelmed, and reactive. So we went back to the basics.In this episode, I walk you through the foundational shifts that help you move from constantly reacting to your life and business… to feeling proactive, grounded, and in control again. Nothing fancy. Nothing complicated. Just the things that actually work.I share:Why 90-day goals create more clarity than annual goalsHow breaking goals into monthly and weekly rhythms changes everythingWhy creating personal policies reduces overwhelmHow systems eliminate the “whack-a-mole” feelingWhat to look for when things feel scattered even when things are going wellIf you’re feeling reactive, this episode will help you slow things down, spot the patterns, and rebuild a rhythm that supports the life and business you’re trying to grow.Resources Mentioned: Ep. 56 on my Goal Design Method: https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/2421041/episodes/18155322-ep-56-stop-setting-goals-start-designing-them Goal Design Masterclass & 1:1 Goal Design Session: https://amandamckinney.com/workwithme/ Capacity Calculator: https://amandamckinney.com/calculator All podcast episodes: https://amandamckinney.com/podcast Amanda's Website: https://www.amandamckinney.com/Amanda's Coaching Options: https://amandamckinney.com/workwithmeAmanda's Book: https://www.amandamckinney.com/book

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