r/GetMotivatedBuddies Aug 14 '20

Resources

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A list of services and resources to stay accountable. Run a group, app, or coaching? Go to the bottom.

Behavior Change Apps [Subscription]

  • GetMotivatedBuddies.com - The Behavior Change Social Platform that changes your behavior through evidenced-based plans and likeminded people.
    • Group Challenges: To start taking action with others
    • Adaptable: Create behavioral plans, Import other people's behavioral plans, Re-use plans, Create and track your own KPIs, Track your intentions, SMS/Email Check ins, Desktop or Mobile (not stuck to your phone), Work alone or with up to 4 Buddies in 4 Categories, Health & Fitness, Work, Learn, and Life, Cohorts of any size, Segmented shared calendars.
    • Gamified & Fun: Buddy Avatars, Accountability Score, Leaderboard, In-Group Challenges, Celebrations and Points with Check-ins, Fail safely and get back up, Points for any behavior
    • Meaningful Relationships: Search or get matched with people working towards similar goals, Buddy Match Likeness Score, Chat one-to-one, Chat in Groups, Groups for gyms, schools, apps and organizations, International community, Create *real friendships*
    • Higher Chance of Success: Check-in online, by email or SMS, Reconfirm your intentions, Holistic Measurement across four categories of your life, Expert-Led Challenges, Built on Evidence based psychological principles
    • Private and Safe: Maintain your anonymity, Subscription based - no selling of data, Private profiles and private groups, Segmented Shared Calendars (your Health & Fitness Buddy sees your Health & Fitness plans, your Work buddy sees your Work plans, etc)
    • Effective: The only behavior change app with loads of real testimonials. “GMB is really the only thing out there that systemizes accountability in a plan + buddy system that's actually flexible and realistic.”
  • Shelpful - pay to have someone keep you accountable by text
  • Focusmate.com - watch and be watched by another person over video

Behavior Change Apps [Free]

  • WOOP - Simple behavior change system by professor Gabrielle Oettingen at NYU
  • Stickk - create contracts for accountability with money on the line
  • Forfeit - forfeit money to charity if you don’t do your task
  • Keystone - social habit tracker for iOS
  • Chain - social habit tracker for iOS
  • Beeminder - goal setting and behavior change through loss avoidance
  • pomorace.com - community pomodoro timer
  • StudyStream Live study streams
  • thinkdivergent.io - timed sessions with a body double

Comprehensive resource list

Books

Other Resources

If you have a group (discord, telegram, whatsapp, etc), a coaching service, or an app, submit it to this form. It will be added to the comprehensive resource list.


r/GetMotivatedBuddies Jan 03 '23

Learn What are your experiences with accountability partners?

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I have some questions, but feel free to talk about anything. You don't need to answer them all.

  1. Have you made any deep friendships?
  2. How often do you meet and for how long?
  3. What method of meeting do you prefer (video call, chat, in person...)?
  4. How many people are in a group?
  5. Are you a member of just one group?
  6. What do you look for when searching for a partner? Is it easier if we are interested in certain topics, or do you look for personality?
  7. How serious are your partners? Do you talk about only the things that matter to you, or life in general?
  8. Are you being honest?
  9. How long do they last?
  10. Is it mostly a one way conversation or mutual?
  11. Do you use some tool to keep track of progress?
  12. Do you make notes before meeting to not forget something?
  13. Do they actually improve your work?

r/GetMotivatedBuddies 6h ago

Life Let's grow along in 2025!

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Hey there! 👋

I'm looking for an, ideally long term, accountability buddy to do weekly or daily check-ins with. If your goals differ from mine that's quite alright, we can still try to work through our respective mental blocks together or help spark motivation anew!

Here are the things I want to work on :

  • Start searching for a different job
  • Stick to my workout schedule: runs/walks each morning, 3×week gym in the evening
  • Write a bit each day
  • Finish my Inktober drawings
  • Read a book a month
  • Start playing the piano
  • And a bit of a weird one: respond to friends and families messages. I sometimes need a reminder that's it's ok to answer, even after a long time, people won't hate me because it took me several days/weeks (hello ADHD brain)

I'm 26F in UTC+1 (France) and would prefer if we talk on WhatsApp or on Discord.


r/GetMotivatedBuddies 2h ago

Learn Looking for accountability partner!

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Hello! For all my life, I've wanted to do great things, but I've never really had the discipline to do them... Goals like weightloss and passing my "bar exam" grew to be knifes on my chest! Gruesome, but I'm not kidding! This is how I really feel.... I really want to achieve my goals, but my surroundings aren't really helpfull... I sense I'm getting worse and it scares me... That's why I'm looking for an accountability partner (and hopefully a friendship too!)

Any university students interested?


r/GetMotivatedBuddies 4h ago

Work Looking for an Accountability partner

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My goal is to get a job within 3-4 months.

I'm currently doing MS in data science from a university in USA.

So my main focus right now ,as I will be graduating in 5 months, is to get a job in some top company.

For this I need to do Leetcode problems, interview practice, studying for the interview and applying to jobs as well.

I'm a bit serious about it because I don't have enough time so I want someone who will be regular or consistent, serious about their goals specially career goals, focused , determined , honest about their progress, can give honest and unbiased feedback and willing to encourage.

If someone feels they have all these qualities, I'll be really glad to team up with you and then we can start working towards our goal.


r/GetMotivatedBuddies 10h ago

Life One habit buddy AP

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Looking for someone to discuss one small habits on daily basis as a part of new year resolution. For atleast 3-4 months


r/GetMotivatedBuddies 5h ago

Life F33, Ireland - AuDHD - daily check ins

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Heyo, looking to connect with someone daily over text message. Set regular daily goals and support each other through them.

My main areas: Work, health and self compassion

I'm Autistic and ADHD


r/GetMotivatedBuddies 6h ago

Life 35M UK ready to stabilise and excel in 2025!

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35M senior web developer with a 1-year old looking to crush 2025 by focusing on fitness, good habits, and celebrating successes! Lets create some great energy and lift eachother to fulfil our potential!

Happy to connect with one or more like-minded individuals, ideally those with similar experiences, but happy to connect with anyone who is serious about being authentic and pursuing their goals with intentionality and discipline


r/GetMotivatedBuddies 10h ago

Health & Fitness 🌊 hi, 41 married sahm looking for accountability buddy(ies)

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Hi, like the title- I'm a stay at home mom that does part time freelance work. I'm at my heaviest and most unhealthy I've ever been. I lack discipline and get discouraged quickly when I don't see results. Very positive reinforcement oriented - use food as rewards and that's half the problem! If anyone would like a daily or semi daily person to help keep them on track or at least someone to vent to, I'd love that. I don't think timezone matters too much but I'm EST, so bonus if you're close to that. Hopefully a new buddy for the new year 👍


r/GetMotivatedBuddies 11h ago

Life Looking for an Accountability Buddy to Crush Goals Together in 2025 Someone into growing your business

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Hey everyone!

I’m looking for an accountability buddy who’s serious about personal growth and smashing goals! I have three main goals for the first quarter of 2025, and I’d love to team up with someone to stay on track and motivated. Here’s what I’m working on:

  1. Content Creation:
    • Publish one YouTube video every week.
    • Post a TikTok, YouTube Short, and Instagram Reel every single day.
  2. Business Growth:
    • Get 2 clients for my virtual assistant business.
  3. Fitness Goal:
    • Get abs through consistent workouts and healthy eating.

I’d love to partner with someone who’s equally driven and working toward their own goals (whatever they may be prefer someone into content creation or growing there business!). We can check in daily or weekly, share updates, encourage each other, and keep each other accountable. Whether it’s a quick chat, a shared progress journal, or just regular pep talks, I’m open to whatever works best.

  • I thrive on hard work and believe in constant improvement.
  • I enjoy building habits and systems that make success inevitable.

If this sounds like something you’d be interested in, drop me a comment or DM! Let’s hold each other accountable and make 2025 our best year yet. 💪

Looking forward to connecting!


r/GetMotivatedBuddies 8h ago

Learn Looking for a partner for Book reading

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We'll be discussing whatever we read.

Thank you.


r/GetMotivatedBuddies 8h ago

Health & Fitness accountability partner

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Hello all, Looking for a morning accountability partner, trying to get up early and workout, check in with someone show what were doing workout wise, food wise etc. texting, not so much calling. open to discussions, existential, space, life, marriage, reading, fitness, whatever comes up.

starting workout routine, reading more, etc.

into baseball, chess, automotive, metal music (heavy not 80's kind) hit me up lets talk and set something up.

34, male, married. dm if interested, can discuss on here, discord whichever works.


r/GetMotivatedBuddies 10h ago

Life 28M Software Engineer - Looking for AP

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Hi guys,
After a recent break up its time to step up my game and work on myself. Im looking for an AP, because Im the world champion of procrastination. Things I want to improve / need a partner for are:

  • Work on side projects / Extra education
  • Workout
  • Reduce bad habits

Looking for someone to check in on each other and help each other out on daily/weekly basis.
Let's get to our goals together!


r/GetMotivatedBuddies 19h ago

Life 20F, Looking for a female accountability partner.

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So 2024 will end in few days but I'm not yet ready to enter 2025.
I have always wanted to have a disciplined, stress-free life style but unable to have one. Especially rn my head is a mess. I think I can help others having the same situation but just not able to help myself.
So I am looking for an accountability partner, someone with whom I can share my worries and work on solving them, sharing achievements. I can do the same for you. In short, let's help each other. It's okay if we don't become friends, just two strangers helping out each other with overall improvement.


r/GetMotivatedBuddies 15h ago

Life Accountability+ deep discussions partner

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I am looking for someone I can have discussions with on productivity books, meditation, different strategies we use for maintaining productivity,
And preferably someone who will be kind of available rather than we talk once a week , as I will be for him/her, so that in moments of weakness we can go over and talk to the partner and we can discuss which principle might help us out in that moment to maintain the productivity streak.

Main goals are : meditation- studying-reading-working out(In general maintaining a schedule I set everyday in the morning). The accountability thing will be applied to the following challenge:

Absolutely no time wasted(no unintentional social media use), and always maintaining a priority list so that we're always working on our top priority in that moment.

I am 21M, studying machine learning, livin in france.
hit me up,


r/GetMotivatedBuddies 11h ago

Work 28M Looking for a Co-Working Buddy

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I’m looking for a co-working buddy to connect with on a semi-regular basis—someone I can share positive vibes with while we work on our individual goals. I’ve tried platforms like Focusmate, but switching partners every session feels a bit disconnected for me.

About me:

  • I’m dealing with severe depression, and having a consistent, encouraging connection would mean a lot.
  • I enjoy the idea of co-working: just being “together” while working on tasks feels grounding and supportive.
  • I value positivity, low-pressure interactions, and a sense of mutual understanding.

What I’m looking for:

  • A Flexible Connection: Ideally, someone who’d like to connect for multiple sessions to build some rapport, but with no hard feelings if things don’t work out.
  • Co-Working Sessions: Whether it’s quiet focus, occasional chats, or sharing wins, I’m open to finding what works for both of us.
  • Encouragement and Positivity: Uplifting each other during tough times and celebrating small victories together.

I’m based in the UK GMT-0, so similar time zones would be great, but I’m open to connecting with anyone worldwide. If this resonates with you, let’s create a supportive and encouraging space together. Feel free to reach out!


r/GetMotivatedBuddies 15h ago

Health & Fitness New years diet accountability buddy?

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Hey! Looking for a few new friends to diet with. I’m trying to lose 40 more pounds. I go to the gym about daily and am motivated to get where I wanna be. We can send weighin pics, gym selfies, food pics, etc. even just talk throughout the day. I’m married and have kids, also work a full time job. But I still have time to dedicate to my goals. 40/f


r/GetMotivatedBuddies 16h ago

Work 23M job hunt partner read desc

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UPDATE: I found an AP I graduated in 2024, got a job but non tech role. Now i am learning react i know html css. Also dsa too. I want someone who is also on a same boat. I am 23m. I am learning react full time with no job. IST +5:30 Please dm if you are serious or have similar goals. Thanks.


r/GetMotivatedBuddies 13h ago

Life 23F looking for accountability partner

1 Upvotes

I'm a 23F in CET timezone, studying cellular life science. I'm looking for someone to share goals and tasks, to keep each other accountable (for me will include study as well as general life tasks)


r/GetMotivatedBuddies 14h ago

Work Looking for an AP

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A med student here looking for an accountability partner mainly for academic purpose as well as for reducing screen time. GMT +5 30 (Only texting is preferred)


r/GetMotivatedBuddies 16h ago

Health & Fitness 30F looking for an exercise accountability buddy (PST)

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I’ve been walking almost every day & cycling occasionally for the past few months, so i’m ready to get back into a real exercise schedule. i’ll be focusing mainly on cycling, but will aim to get occasional running, weight lifting, and yoga in too. i’m personally aiming to exercise 4x a week if that matters.

I’m in PST and prefer someone in a similar timezone. daily check-ins on discord is great, and i’m also open to reflecting weekly or monthly on how to improve our exercise schedules and/or motivation etc.

please only reach out if you can commit to 3 months of being accountability buddies so we can build good habits together with real impact!


r/GetMotivatedBuddies 17h ago

Life This is my first reddit post ever and I am looking for 30's woman for frendship

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I think it is a little awkward to find someone for friendship on online but i really want to have some serious conversation and friendship with someone. I am asian (korean/south korean), married and want to have a serious conversation with someone from different culture. Please let me know if you are interested and let me know how to contact you!


r/GetMotivatedBuddies 1d ago

Work 32F Looking for an accountability buddy to be consistent at the gym and to work on online business

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Thats it. I want to hit the gym at least 3x a week, dedicate at least 2 hours of my day to my online business, read a chapter of a book per day and drink at least 2L of water.

We can check in daily to keep track of our progress and motivate each other. If you have similar goals, please dm or comment down below


r/GetMotivatedBuddies 17h ago

Work Entrepreneurial Family Man (36) Seeking Accountability Partner for Daily Fitness and Productivity

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Hello everyone,

I’m a 36-year-old man, currently in the process of launching two businesses. I aim to work out daily in my home gym, track my daily goals, and enhance my overall productivity. I’m looking to form a small accountability group of four like-minded individuals, preferably around the same age and also family men, to share this journey and motivate each other. While I’m based in [Your Location], my time zone aligns with the Netherlands (CET/CEST), so I’m open to members from Europe and the US who can coordinate within these time frames.

About Me:

• Age: 36

• Gender: Male

• Location: [Amsterdam] (Time Zone: CET/CEST)

• Profession: Entrepreneur, currently launching two businesses

• Fitness: Committed to daily workouts in my home gym

• Goals: Daily goal tracking, increased productivity, smart work strategies

What I’m Looking for in an Accountability Group:

• Age: Around the same age

• Status: Preferably family men

• Goals: Similar objectives in fitness, productivity, and personal growth

• Communication: Open and honest communication, willing to check in regularly

• Support: Mutual motivation and experience sharing

• Time Zone Compatibility: Members from Europe or the US who can coordinate within amsterdam timezone

Availability:

• I’m flexible with communication and open to daily or weekly check-ins. Considering time zone differences, we can establish meeting times that work for all members, possibly during overlapping working hours.

If you’re interested in being part of this group and working together to achieve our goals, please send me a message or reply to this post. I look forward to collaborating and motivating each other!


r/GetMotivatedBuddies 22h ago

Life 26F looking for accountability buddy to get better overall together

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Update: Found an accountability partner thanks!!

Hi The areas I want to focus on - Work - Eating better - workout (walks, yoga, gym) - work on mental health to get better at handling stress - Study about financial freedom I perfer GMT-5:30 but open to closer timezones We could connect on discord or reddit Please dm or comment if you have similar goals


r/GetMotivatedBuddies 22h ago

Health & Fitness Healthy bedtime routine, accountability partner wanted!

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I’m a 33-year-old male medical student, and I’ve realized that having a consistent, healthy bedtime routine is something I really need to work on. I struggle with insomnia and know that limiting screen time before bed is crucial, but it’s tough to stay on track alone. So, I’d like to create a small accountability group—either one-on-one or 3-4 people max—where we help each other stick to healthy, productive bedtime routines, including cutting down on screen time.

In this group, we could:

  • Share tips for winding down and getting quality sleep
  • Discuss strategies to limit screen time before bed
  • Explore natural therapies and techniques to improve sleep
  • Check in on our progress and challenges
  • Encourage each other to stick to a bedtime routine that supports productivity and health

About me: I’m a medical student balancing long hours of studying and clinical work, so getting enough rest is crucial for me to function well. I’m open to natural sleep remedies and am looking for others who are also committed to improving their sleep habits, limiting screen time, and holding each other accountable in a small, supportive group.

If you’re interested in joining or want to know more, feel free to message me or drop a comment!


r/GetMotivatedBuddies 1d ago

Life 29M Looking for an overall self-improvement accountability partner

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Hey everyone, I'm looking for an accountability partner to help me take accountability with many areas of life like:

  • Reading more
  • Studying more
  • Workout
  • Reduce bad habits

Looking for someone who can check on each other and help each other out on daily basis on chat here or discord if you like as well.