John Griffin (Life 2.0)

Why Common Sense Won't Save Your Marriage

September 21, 2026·37 min
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What happens when a woman trusts tarot cards, astrology, and “the universe” more than the marriage she spent decades building? In this episode of Life 2.0, John examines why common sense often disappears when novelty begins to feel like happiness—and why a “fresh start” may not deliver the life someone imagined. Using humor, psychology, and real relationship stories, we explore: Why people outsource major decisions to astrology, tarot, and fate   The difference between temporary excitement and lasting happiness   How resentment quietly accumulates inside a marriage   Why agency and accountability cannot be separated   How midlife and hormonal changes may affect emotions and relationships   The myths people believe about divorce, dating, and “trading up”   Why gratitude, communication, and consistency matter more than novelty   How one impulsive decision can create decades of financial and emotional consequences   The cards may promise freedom, excitement, and a better future—but the cards never have to live with the consequences. If your marriage is struggling, seek qualified professional guidance before making irreversible decisions. This video offers commentary and personal perspective, not medical, psychological, or legal advice. For personal coaching and more Life 2.0 resources, visit:   https://johnsgriffin.com Subscribe for honest conversations about marriage, divorce, relationships, autonomy, and rebuilding an authentic life. Stay healthy—and if you can, stay grateful. #MarriageAdvice #Divorce #Relationships #Life20 Join The Life 2.0 Community:  johnsgriffin.com You can get Life 2.0 merchandise featuring Debu the dog here:  https://johnsgriffin.com/shop Find all the equipment I use at my Amazon Store: https://a.co/d/0fWwzY5Z Sign Up for Coaching Today or grab a copy of my book at https://johnsgriffin.com https://john-griffin-shop.fourthwall.com For Life 2.0 Merchandise! APPLE POD CASTS:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/john-griffin-life-2-0/id1850311400 SPOTIFY POD CASTS:  https://open.spotify.com/show/64h436l3vdzLJba9O76wcS?si=0Ign58gGSo2TV30fuNRS_g Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGeYqbpkEVeYu_sRAGWGwpQ/join Harness Buddy dog harness as seen on Shelby and Jax:  https://harnessbuddy.com/products/harnessbuddy?ref=qclugmwe ⚠️ Disclaimer: I do not accept any liability for any loss or damage incurred from you acting or not acting as a result of watching any of my publications. You acknowledge that you use the information I provide at your own risk. Do your research. Copyright Notice: This video and my YouTube channel contain dialogue, music, and images that are the Intellectual Property of John Griffin, (Life 2.0) Health Coach & Personal Trainer. Please contact John Griffin if you wish to use this content in any way.  Any unauthorized use of this content will be a violation of my copyright. © John Griffin, Coach www.johnsgriffin.com Chapters: 00:00 Common Sense Has Left The Planet 02:00 The Need For Novelty 04:07 Agency Requires Accountability 06:20 The Prophet:  Jack Nicholson 09:30 Happiness Is An Inside Job 13:38 Menopause And Gray Divorce 19:39 The Mythology Of Divorce 25:05 Women Are Not Good Communicators 28:50 Novelty Can Be Planned 30:30 Novelty Is A Drug 34:10 Life Is Mostly Boring (And That's OK) All the content is from the mind of John S. Griffin and can also be found on: YouTube @john-Griffin. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JohnSGriffinHealthCoach/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johngriffin2.0/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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