Shawn Johnson and her husband Andrew East have written a new book, *The Courage to Commit: Embrace the Radical Power of Sticking With Something*, which explores the power of commitment in relationships, careers, and personal growth.
What inspired the book?
The couple was asked to write a book about their marriage, but they wanted to write something meaningful and purposeful instead of a fluffy story.
Shawn Johnson, 34, says their path to happiness is all about staying focused, which has been the key to their success in their athletic careers, marriage, and businesses.
How do they stay strong?
The couple believes that commitment can bring ultimate joy, and they share their advice for a generation struggling with overwhelming options.
Andrew East, 34, says having too many choices can often lead to not choosing anything at all, and he encourages people to make a choice and stick with it.
The couple met in 2012 and got married in 2016, and they now live on a Nashville farm with their three kids.
What challenges have they faced?
Shawn Johnson has endured several painful miscarriages, including their first pregnancy, and she also suffered postpartum depression after the birth of their third child.
She says it's been an emotional rollercoaster, but they are enjoying every minute of motherhood and watching their kids grow.
Their daughter Drew, 6, is an amazing artist and fashion designer, and their sons Jett, 4, and Bear, 2, are full of energy and curiosity.
What's next for the couple?
Shawn Johnson and Andrew East hope to inspire readers to find joy and fulfillment by embracing dedication over endless choices, and they continue to share their journey through their relationship podcast *Couple Things* and social media.