New York Times Bestseller

The radical power of sticking with something.

The Courage to Commit by Shawn Johnson and Andrew East

By Shawn Johnson East & Andrew East

The Courage to Commit

Modern life is designed to keep us uncommitted. The Courage to Commit offers a bold rebrand of commitment—showing why it matters, how it works, and how staying can become a source of freedom, resilience, and meaning.

Through stories from marriage, elite athletics, professional football, parenting, and business, Shawn and Andrew pair lived experience with research in neuroscience and psychology to make commitment practical.

Choose what deserves your commitment

Stay steady when novelty fades

Turn intention into repeatable action

Build relationships and work that endure

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