How do you stay motivated during challenging times in your startup journey?

Do or die. Nothing in between

Acknowledge the effort you've put in, even if results aren't immediate. Sometimes, just appreciating how far you've come can be motivating in itself.

Maintaining a positive mindset. Try to remind myself of the reasons why I started this journey and focus on the progress we've made, no matter how small.

Less overthinking - taking it one day at a time

For me, startup challenges are just ways to grow. But I gave birth in war. And building a startup with 3 small kids. So I always look with a little bit of annoyance at common problems that startups have. Honestly, you really need to have passion for that startup and be open-minded. If you tried it all and nothing is working - maybe it is time to pivot.

You want the truth. I gaslight myself :)

I guess when you are facing challenging times in your startup is when you really can laser focus on building insane products. Businesses gets molded under fire.

This goes for muslims mostly, When i dont see the way than I use the prayers of Moses to calm myself down. inna maya rabbi sayah deen It means "Verily the God is with me and he will guide me"

when facing tough times, I find it really helps to revisit my original vision and long term goals.

Leaning fellow entrepreneurs and mentors for support keeps me going.

Tell myself that if I can get through this difficult period, I am one step closer to success. If I can't solve the difficulties: either stop doing it altogether, or find a way to overcome the difficulties.

When facing challenges, I find inspiration in my faith too. Another saying I like is 'Trust in God but tie your camel' - have faith but also take practical steps. Breaking big goals into small daily actions helps me stay motivated and make progress even when the path ahead looks daunting. Celebrating small wins along the way is key. Surrounding yourself with supportive people who believe in your vision also makes a huge difference in keeping your spirits up during the inevitable ups and downs. What works for others here?

Revisiting my original goals helps me stay motivated during tough times.

Learn from other entrepreneurs who have overcome similar challenges.

i always see pictures of people i care about so i get more excited and motivated

Faith can definitely be a powerful source of motivation during challenging startup times. Another thing that helps me is reminding myself of my 'why' - the deeper purpose behind what I'm building. Visualizing the positive impact I want to make helps me push through the toughest obstacles. Having a tight support system of friends, family and mentors is also key. Remember, the journey is a marathon not a sprint! Focus on small wins each day/week to build momentum. You got this! 💪

Stay adaptable and open to change to navigate obstacles more effectively.

Being thankful