We talk about motivation as if it’s the thing that gets meaningful work done. But what if it isn’t?
In Episode 2 of Life at Our Best™, Dom Wharram challenges the idea that motivation is the key to progress... and offers a quieter, more reliable alternative.
Motivation is a feeling.
Commitment is a decision.
Drawing from real life and everyday examples, Dom explores why motivation often fades in the moments that matter most... and how simple “I will” commitments carry us through when excitement, energy, or encouragement aren’t available.
This episode isn’t about hype, playlists, or pushing harder. It’s about honoring the promises we make to ourselves, especially when life is busy, messy, or unspectacular.
If you’ve ever waited to feel motivated before taking action, this conversation offers a practical reframe... and a small experiment you can try as early as tomorrow morning.
Learn more and access free resources at Resilient-Now.org.
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A special thank you to the artist whose music I use to open and close this podcast:
Music from #Uppbeat:
https://uppbeat.io/t/hey-pluto/the-creator
Life At Our Best
This is Life at Our Best™ ... a space for honest reflection about worthy goals and powerful commitments, across all the important parts of our lives.
The official podcast of Resilient-Now.org
Meet the Host
Life at Our Best™ is hosted by Dom Wharram.
Dom is the author of Resilient Now and has spent his career working with people during moments of pressure, transition, and change... from senior leadership roles within a Fortune 5 company to advisory work with organizations and individuals navigating real-life decisions.
This podcast is not about performance or perfection. It’s about paying attention, making honest commitments, and choosing what matters when life is full and messy. Dom brings both lived experience and professional perspective, but he approaches each conversation as a fellow learner rather than an expert with answers.
If you’re looking for practical reflection, thoughtful questions, and a steady voice in the middle of a busy life, this space is for you.