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We hear it all the time: don’t quit, finish what you start, push through. And while grit absolutely matters, there’s a side of this conversation we don’t talk about enough, knowing when it’s time to stop.

In this episode, I share a personal story about intentionally breaking a 684-day habit streak and why that decision taught me more about progress than pushing ever could. I walk you through how to tell the difference between a commitment that deserves your grit and one that’s quietly draining your time, energy, and mental space.

If you’ve been holding onto something out of discipline, pride, or fear of “giving up,” this episode will help you make a clearer, more intentional decision without guilt or shame.

Resources Mentioned:
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/workwithme
Amanda's Book: https://www.amandamckinney.com/book

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This episode was inspired by a single email and it made everything click. In this conversation, I break down what a real framework actually is, why frameworks are so powerful for follow-through, and how to tell the difference between a tested system and something that just sounds good online.

You’ll learn:
What a framework truly represents (and what it doesn’t)
Why frameworks must work for more than one person
How frameworks evolve over time and why that’s a good thing
Why frameworks act as a reset button when life gets messy
The difference between throwing spaghetti at the wall vs. following a pattern that works

I also share the umbrella framework that sits underneath everything I teach — the 3 C’s: Clarity, Capacity, and Commitment and explain how each one plays a role in achieving meaningful goals without burnout.

Self Accountability Tool: https://amandamckinney.com/goaltracker

Resources Mentioned:
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/workwithme
Amanda's Book: https://www.amandamckinney.com/book

Big goals are hard—especially when your to-do list looks like a Cosco receipt. Get the support and accountability you need at amandamckinney.com/workwithme.

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This episode is for the woman who feels conflicted about money, especially if you don’t need it… but you want it. In this honest, unscripted conversation, I share a moment from a recent Goal Design session that cracked open a pattern I've seen for years: women feeling guilt, shame, or embarrassment for wanting to make more money, even when their needs are already met.

Inside this episode, you’ll hear:
Why women are far more likely to feel guilty for wanting money
The difference between needing money and wanting money
Why wanting money is often about decision-making power, not greed
Why money itself is neutral and what you choose to do with it matters
A simple framework to define “enough” and “more” in a way that feels aligned

This is your permission slip to stop apologizing for your desires and start rewriting your money story with clarity, confidence, and integrity.

Your Accountable Action:
Ask yourself: Why do I want to make more money?
And be 100% okay with whatever the answer is because it's your answer.

Resources Mentioned:
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/workwithme
Amanda's Book: https://www.amandamckinney.com/book