We’ve all heard that inner voice—the one that whines like a stubborn child: “I don’t want to do it!” Maybe it’s a tough conversation, a workout you promised yourself, or a project you’ve been avoiding. Whatever it is, resistance shows up like an uninvited guest. And yet, here’s the magic: when we do it anyway, something shifts.

I can’t tell you how many times I’ve faced that inner tug-of-war. And just as often, pushing through has led to something surprisingly wonderful. The joy isn’t always in the task itself—but in what it opens up. Growth. Momentum. Confidence.

I think back to the times I didn’t want to go to an event, didn’t want to make that call, didn’t want to get out of bed on a rainy day. But once I acted—reluctantly at first—things unfolded in ways I couldn’t have predicted. A new connection. A moment of clarity. A sense of pride. The very thing I was resisting became a gateway to something meaningful.

It’s in those moments—when we override hesitation—that we step into our best selves. So when the “I don’t want to” shows up (and it will), consider it a cue. A nudge. A chance to move forward anyway. Not with pressure, but with curiosity. What might be waiting on the other side?

Try it. Take the step. Make the call. Begin the task. You don’t have to feel like doing it to do it. And who knows—you might just surprise yourself.