Ever feel like stepping back from everything, even when it involves something you care about deeply? In this episode of the "Marriage of Greatness" podcast, Evan and Susan Money tackle a question many of us face: "What if you just don't feel like it?" Dive deep as they explore how to navigate those moments when motivation wanes, and learn how to turn simple routines into joyful, habitual practices that supercharge your personal and relational growth.

Key Highlights:

Permission Granted: Evan and Susan give you full permission to embrace the feeling of not wanting to do the work, without guilt or justification. It's a refreshing take on honoring your humanity while not letting feelings dictate actions. The Cold Plunge Metaphor: Discover Evan's unique insights from his cold plunge routine, illustrating the power of fully embracing discomfort to move past resistance. Creating New Normals: From habitual morning fruit rituals to transforming acts of love into habits that flourish into longing, Susan shares personal stories that inspire a transition from chore to joy in everyday actions. Framework for Motivation: Learn a practical framework to tackle moments of inertia, turning obligatory tasks into opportunities for growth and joy.

Follow up by joining Evan and Susan as they continue their incredible journey towards 100 weddings, and explore even more profound insights on marriage and greatness at evanlovessusan.com and marriageofgreatness.com. Remember, it's not about perfection, but about consistently choosing to elevate each moment to greatness.

Timestamp Overview

00:00 Podcast Ideation and Reflection Process

06:13 Mom Opens Up About Emotions

07:48 "Creating Space for Self-Reflection"

11:21 "Redefining the Cold Plunge"

14:21 Embracing Inaction and Justifications

17:22 DIY vs. Outsourcing Responsibilities

21:07 Habitual Touching Becomes Affection

24:33 Embrace Flow, Not Grind

26:57 Embracing Joyful Moments and Changes