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How do I try to have motivation to do anything?

Profile: YourDigitalFriend
YourDigitalFriend on Dec 12, 2021
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Reflect on your feelings towards yourself and why you may have little pleasure in doing anything. You can often tell how you feel about how yourself by how anxious you are with the world. If you can find a more balanced and build-up realistic expectations of yourself and not put yourself in a position to fully depend on others or not depend on them at all, you will begin to work towards feeling motivated. Motivation is a step-by-step process so you must work up to it! Make yourself mini goals along the way to resolve any internal issues you may have. Your anxiety will start to decrease as your self-esteem and motivation will INCREASE. Best of luck, my friend.
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Profile: silverHeart49
silverHeart49 on Jan 2, 2022
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Great question! Motivation is difficulty, as sometimes it is needed to get a task done, yet we struggle so much to find it! I think the distinction between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation here is important (I recommend having a google about this!). But in short, if we are instrinsicly motivated to get a task done (by that I mean you want to do it so that you'll feel better, and not because of the desired outcome), that really helps! Try and connect with your inner thoughts and how you will feel after getting something done. Good luck! I hope the motivation comes your way. But, remember that it's okay to lack motivation sometimes, embrace it and take a break - you can get back on track whenever you are ready! :)
Profile: Simpleman123
Simpleman123 on Jun 7, 2022
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Jim rhon says Motivation is what’s gets you started, Habits is what keeps you staying on track. And Zig ziglar states that motivation doesn’t last, well neither does bathing, so I recommend it daily. Th the best motivation is having progressive, positive people around you, i know now days this is hard, but a routine visit to work, gym, and church is a good rhythm, each has their benefits. With work, which should always have either a job you can take joy in doing, stocking, construction, demolition, driving, should also have a good team, this is important to be a sponge to positive people, and the money can help getting things to improve you as well, books, audio tapes, better loving quarters ect. The gym is also important, everyone their has improvement on their mind, again you can be assured just being around them while staying in your own zone you will be strengthens not just your body but your tolerance capabilities that Carrie’s over to other aspects of your week to month progress. And of course church, everyone there is to help, by studying scripture and staying away from some of the pitfalls of life, I’ve learned and been learning that little can be gotten by YouTube or video seminars, being uplifted and feeling of unity and family-orientated is by participating and engaging, you can understand a screen talking good, but the screen doesn’t talk back to your problems, with going to church, but you feel better by engaging and building relationships. I am struggling with this as well, but like they said, with struggle their is no progress.
Profile: Jaeteuk
Jaeteuk on Jun 7, 2022
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What helped me most since the beginning of the Pandemic, was to set a goal or a dream that I want to achieve. I wanted a career change and work a dream career. That became my motivation; I went back to study for a Diploma, and had completed another Certificate Program already. I'm currently doing part-time studies, and working on the side, so it will take me longer to complete. Keeping my dream career in mind, studying and maintaining a certain GPA had been my major motivation to keep going and not give up. It also helps when you're passionate with what you are doing. Sometimes when I feel stuck, I'll give myself a break. Take the morning off and start again in the afternoon. Going back to school in my 30s, I didn't know I could get this far, and I hope I could finish all of the Diploma through online courses. Wanting to keep my current job, it will be difficult for me to attend class on-campus and work at the same time. Motivation sometimes require a little force, whether that be from yourself, or have someone tell you to get going, while listing all the pros and giving you encouragement.
Profile: Jerome28
Jerome28 on Jul 4, 2022
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Examine what you are doing. Be on the lookout for things like watching tv, scrolling social media, eating, or otherwise "relaxing". These things often powerfully deplete motivation. The rewards we get from docile behaviors can make our better choices and activities seem overbearing. Our brain decides that going jogging is way too much trouble; why not just sit and watch another movie? We determine that as long as we're content there is no need for change. Some of that has neurological underpinnings, the brain adapts to "relaxing" as a way of life. Sometimes our goals seem too huge, especially if we're already comfortable and enjoying the day. Set reasonable goals that you're sure to accomplish. Feel the great energy that results, and work forward in that new energy.
Profile: kindPeace6407
kindPeace6407 on Sep 8, 2022
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by recognizing your values, to be aware of your strenghts points and work on them, to live with a purpose, this will fuel your power to reach your goals, remember there will always be a lot of rocks in your path , to handle them you should remember that you live life based on values not feelings , also try to do different things, to find your passion, for example try drawing, different kinds of sports, playing different musical instruments , till you find something you enjoy doing it , also having a healthy relationships is an important part to feel energized , for example, spending quality time with friends and families consider as a protective factor against mental illnesses
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Feb 8, 2023
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It sounds like you may be struggling with motivation and finding it difficult to get started with tasks or activities. Lack of motivation can be a common challenge, and it can be influenced by many factors such as stress, depression, or burnout. It may be helpful to reflect on what you find meaningful or enjoyable, and to try to connect with those things in your daily life. This can help increase your intrinsic motivation and drive to engage in activities. Additionally, seeking support from a trusted friend, family member, or mental health professional can also be beneficial. They can provide a safe and supportive space to discuss your feelings and help you work through any barriers to motivation. Ultimately, finding motivation can be a process that requires exploration and experimentation. It's important to be patient with yourself and to prioritize self-care as you work towards finding what works for you.
Profile: BlueOasis420
BlueOasis420 on Feb 23, 2023
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Set the bar VERY low. Meditate for one minute. Read half a page. Do one dish. It's about STARTING. You can do more than what you said you would do, and you probably will. If not, it's okay. You still did what you wanted to do. This technique is called "Mini Habits" Then make the thing more accessible. If you need to follow ten steps before you begin, you won't begin at all. Make it as easy as possible to start. That's called the 20-second-rule. Make things as fun as possible. Hear music or podcasts while doing it, or gamify your tasks. Log your progress and what went well. I hope I could help!
Profile: TheCuriospher
TheCuriospher on Apr 11, 2023
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Unfortunately, many people rely on motivation to get them to accomplish a goal. But the key is to actually develop self-discipline by taking baby steps towards building a habit that will accomplish those steps towards achieving your goals. A wall is built brick by brick. A journey of a 1,000 miles begins with a single step, or however that saying goes. Because once you build that habit, it becomes very uncomfortable when we don't complete the habit. Motivation dies, but self-discipline is habit building! And habits die hard! So, the focus should be on implementing the shortest actionable step towards achieving your goal that yields a tiny change in your daily routine, and then build from there!
Profile: FireIntensity
FireIntensity on Apr 21, 2023
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The best way to become motivated to "do anything" is to listen to your body. Learning to listen to your body and respond to its needs, wants and struggles is so imperative to motivation. You're allowing space to be heard and validated :) Here are a couple of ways to incorporate motivation that has greatly helped me in very hard times: - Set achievable goals: Break down larger goals into smaller, more manageable steps. This can help you feel less overwhelmed and increase your motivation to start working towards your goals. (Use a journal or an app, I love Notion for this!) - Prioritize self-care: Taking care of yourself physically and mentally can help increase your motivation. As stated previously, listening to your body is the #1 thing. - Create a routine: Establishing a consistent routine can help you feel more organized and motivated. Set a schedule for your daily activities, including work, exercise, and leisure time. I calculated the amount of time and space I want to have each day to do activities that benefit me. - Surround yourself with positivity: Spend time with people who are supportive and encouraging. Avoid negative influences and environments that bring you down. - Find inspiration: Seek out sources of inspiration that motivate you. This could be found on social media, maybe even in movies or shows, books, music, etc. For me, I found my greatest inspiration from Anne with an E. - Reward yourself: Set up a system of rewards for when you accomplish tasks or reach milestones. I am a big fan of this, as it trains your brain!
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