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April 15th, 2026

Motivation Isn’t the Problem—Commitment Is | How to Begin Even When You’re Afraid

What do you do when you know you care deeply about your work, but still find yourself hesitating, overthinking, or holding back?

In this conversation, Scott Perry of Creative on Purpose joins Judith of The Ocean Says Hi to explore why motivation isn’t the real issue for most purpose-driven people. Commitment is.

They talk about fear, self-sabotage, inner Wisdom, and the honest next step forward. Scott also shares the deeper meaning behind his new book, Intrepid: Dare to Make a Difference, and why meaningful work is almost always done better with and for the right people.

This is for solopreneurs, creatives, coaches, and difference-makers who want to stop waiting to feel ready and start making progress with more Clarity, courage, and intention.

Get the book:
→ https://mybook.to/intrepidbook

Subscribe to the Creative on Purpose Substack:
→ https://creativeonpurpose.substack.com

Subscribe to the channel for more conversations on meaningful work, solopreneurship, courage, and building a life and business on your terms.

Chapters:
0:00 We’re live: why this conversation matters
1:21 Why motivation isn’t enough
2:00 What “Intrepid” really means
3:08 Fear is a compass
7:03 Motivation vs. commitment
8:54 Why mindset follows action
11:41 The danger of guru advice and grand plans
14:27 How smart people sabotage themselves
15:32 Letting go of certainty
16:16 Why arbitrary income goals miss the point
18:21 The stories that keep us stuck
20:23 Inner wisdom, justice, and becoming who you are
22:58 The honest next step
23:25 Relationships are the secret ingredient
27:35 Meaningful work is better with the right people

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#CreativeOnPurpose #Intrepid #Solopreneur #Motivation #Commitment #FearAndCourage #PurposeDrivenBusiness

Scott Perry helps people define the difference only they can make and live their legacy in the next chapter of their of life. Scott has pursued several vocations, navigating from a 25-year career as a professional musician into a 5-year contract as a head coach at Seth Godin’s Akimbo Workshops and now as the leader of a movement to help others reconnect with and share their unique gift.