EPISODE · Jun 24, 2025 · 18 MIN
Understanding the Four Tendencies to Reach Your Goals
from Dream To Done | Time-Saving Tips for Overwhelmed Moms · host Jessica Erickson | Accountability Coach for Overwhelmed Moms
Ever wonder why it’s so hard to stick to your goals—or why some people seem to thrive on structure while others resist it completely? In this episode of Dream to Done, I share a “book report” on The Four Tendencies by Gretchen Rubin and explain how understanding your personality type can be the game-changer you need for actually getting things done.Whether you’re an Upholder, Questioner, Rebel, or Obliger (spoiler: 41% of us are!), I break down the unique strengths and struggles of each type and shows how to use this self-awareness to your advantage—especially in the messy middle of motherhood. 🎯 If you’re tired of feeling stuck, frustrated, or like you’re constantly putting yourself last, this episode is your permission slip to work with your personality instead of against it.In this episode:An overview of The Four Tendencies framework by Gretchen RubinHow each personality type (Upholder, Questioner, Rebel, Obliger) responds to expectationsThe most common tendency—and why it matters for momsWhy Obligers struggle to meet their own goals (and how to fix it)The truth about “Obliger Rebellion” and burnoutReal-life examples of how knowing your tendency changes everythingWhy external accountability might be the key to finally taking actionA free quiz to help you find your tendency—and what to do with itMentioned in this episode:The Four Tendencies by Gretchen Rubin: https://amzn.to/44yMObVFree quiz: https://www.gretchenrubin.com/quizBook a free call: https://www.jessicaericksoncoaching.com/free-callJoin us for Free for the Back to School Open House: https://jessicaericksoncoaching.com/virtual-workshops
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Ever wonder why it’s so hard to stick to your goals—or why some people seem to thrive on structure while others resist it completely? In this episode of Dream to Done, I share a “book report” on The Four Tendencies by Gretchen Rubin and explain how understanding your personality type can be the game-changer you need for actually getting things done. Whether you’re an Upholder, Questioner, Rebel, or Obliger (spoiler: 41% of us are!), I break down the unique strengths and struggles of each type...
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