What is the best thing to do when facing lack of motivation ?
Hashir Ahmed
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Carlos Virreira@carlos_virreira
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Find your inner drivers first. Then use that to re-assess where you are now.
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When lacking motivation to start a task, I love to do a Take 5 - 5 mins to breathe, meditate, relax, do what you need to do! 5 mins can feel quite long but it is so short relative to the day. I find I will get the task done quicker and more efficiently with the right mindset anyways
Remove yourself from the environment. That's the first best thing. Rest of the steps...will automatically come to you.
Hunted Space
Take a moment of solitude in order to reconnect with yourself 😊 Go out to nature or catch up with your hobbies and loved ones. It is important to remember that we are just humans and moments like that are completely normal.
At the beginning of launching Logomakerr.ai, an AI-powered logo design maker for startups and small businesses, I was deeply motivated and focused on its development.
However, over time, various challenges associated with website management, coupled with a perceived lack of progress and traction, gradually diminished my motivation.
By implementing these strategies, I overcame my lack of motivation, and I hope they can also benefit others.
First, identify the cause behind your lack of motivation. Break tasks into smaller steps to make them more manageable and build momentum. Seek inspiration from various sources to reignite your enthusiasm.
Set meaningful goals that align with your values and create a supportive environment. Prioritize self-care and reward yourself for accomplishments. Seek accountability from a trusted individual and adjust your mindset to focus on growth.
Finally, take action even if you don't feel motivated initially, as motivation often follows action.
Step away for a while. Either by taking some time off to rest or work on something different.
If you still lack motivation, maybe you are working on the wrong problem.
Squaredance
Make a list - I find checking things off to be very satisfying!
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I think identifying the root cause of facing a lack of motivation can be helpful. After identifying, it can be possible to turn around the feeling 👾
Watch some productive videos or view some shopping platforms.
When motivation tanks, I find it's often helpful to step back and take a short break. Might be a quick walk, meditation, or even a power nap. Also, revisiting your goals and remembering the 'why' behind what you're doing can reignite that spark. Alternatively, switching tasks to something more engaging might do the trick. Lastly, don't underestimate the power of a good tune to uplift your mood!
@dia_wash_nj very interesting Diana! How do you find back that WHY ? Do you initialy write it down and read it again later when you're down?
Keep a positive mindset and focus on progress instead of setbacks.
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What causes that lack of motivation ? try to identify the root cause.
I have an image I printed and hang out on my desk for everybody to see.
Overthinking ==> Write
Anxious ==> Meditate
Tired ==> Nap
Sad ==> Exercise
Stressed ==> Go for a walk
Angry ==> Listen to Music
Lazy ==> Reduce Screen Time
Burnt out ==> Read
Hope this helps!
Visualise success and remember what you are doing all of this for. It is by far more important to be driven, not motivated. Eyes on the prize.
I would do something different like reading comics or quick chat with relatives/friends and discussing something unrelated.
NotesNudge
hey there, Hashir.
lack of motivation hits us all from time to time, and it's perfectly okay. here's a process that i've found useful:
1. acceptance: acknowledge the lack of motivation without self-judgment. it's a natural part of the human experience, not a personal failing.
2. introspection: pause and reflect. is this due to burnout? an alignment issue? sometimes, our lack of motivation is our intuition signaling that something needs to change.
3. small steps: start with small, manageable tasks. progress, no matter how small, can reignite the spark. the power of momentum is truly magical.
4. connect: reach out to a mentor, friend, or community. shared experiences can provide comfort and potentially new perspectives.
5. self-care: ensure you're taking care of your physical and mental health. exercise, sleep, nutrition, and mindfulness are crucial foundations of sustained motivation.
it's okay to feel unmotivated. it's not a permanent state, just a signal to pause, reflect, and adjust. take care 🙏🏻
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Well, you need to do a break for a while and think about something else than work, you can do as well sport this is good for your body and your spirit to come back to work stronger than ever.