Take Ownership--Be Accountable

Accountability is taking responsibility for one’s actions and being answerable to oneself and others and it enables individuals to develop a sense of ownership, to learn from their mistakes and to make positive changes. It is important to be accountable to yourself and to others in order to live a satisfying, more fulfilled and happy life.

Benefits of being accountable include:

Improved self-awareness and self-reflection
Increased motivation and productivity
Stronger relationships with others built on trust and credibility
The ability to learn from your mistakes
A sense of control over your life

To be more accountable:

Become more self-aware
Take risks, step outside your comfort zone and set specific goals and action steps
Track your progress
Get an Accountability partner
Practice self-compassion and forgiveness

Accountability is an important moral value as it helps us take responsibility for our actions and ownership of our lives. It allows us to work in harmony with others, creating relationships built on respect and trust. Being accountable allows us to get along with others more, to learn and grow from our mistakes and to really take control of our lives, so we create and live a fulfilled and satisfying life.