contentedly discontent with life, complaining but making the assumption that this is just the way life is.

This best sums the perspective many subscribe to.

it is getting up off the proverbial couch to do what is necessary or what I can, even when I don't feel like it.

Personally, this has been my greatest struggle, forming habits takes patience and persistence, but then it is the only way we get to really learn what it entails to actually live rather than just exist, chasing one distraction after another.

Your thoughts and inspirations are much appreciated.

Cheers!