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Do you often go through cycles of feeling motivated and unmotivated?
Let’s face it. It happens to all of us.
You start off psyched ready to get out there and shine. But, suddenly that excitement dissipates, leaving you drained and uncreative.
The next thing you realize you no longer feel like putting effort into that relationship, continuing to search indeed.com for that dream career, starting that business, saving for the family car or paying off that college loan (ugh).
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What happened? You don’t know what or where it went wrong. But, one thing is for sure…. You want your mojo back!
Are you able to pinpoint what factors inhibit your motivation but increase procrastination?
Motivation is basically the desire to get things done. It’s the difference between those who wake up tackling the day while others lay around waiting for this to happen.
There are several motivation killers that can easily make you unmotivated. And there are simple tasks to help you…
- Get back on track,
- Stay motivated,
- Set and achieve goals,
- Beat procrastination,
- Gain self-control,
- Designing your own destiny!
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How to Identify the Motivation Killer and Fix It
Motivation Killer #1: Envy Of Others
People don’t realize how much energy they lose worrying about the person beside, in front of or behind them.
“The feeling of wanting to have what someone else has”
Envy and jealousy of others are what many people have but no one wants to admit to it. No one ever wants to say they feel resentment when their coworker gets a raise before them. It’s when the other woman conceives a baby while you have been desperately trying. The friend that successfully started their own business. It must be luck you say.
My track coach used to always say before the 4 by 2 race started, “Stay in your lane and don’t look back”. He said that because while you’re running you can use energy looking around at the runners beside you and going into someone else lane can disqualify you.
So why is that not applied in everyday life? Why do we continue to look to see what others are doing? Or worse try to be like someone.
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HOW TO FIX IT: Be real with how you feel and try to change the thought. You need to disregard what others are doing, not doing or achieving. True motivation comes from overcoming your limitations and surpassing YOUR goals so you can have the best life. You should not be in competition with anyone but yourself. Focus on you. Easier said than done, right? Just work on it!
Motivation Killer #2: Don’t Have the Right Support
“Give approval, comfort or encouragement to”
There sometimes can be the right or wrong kind of people who support your dreams. You ever tell someone something in hopes they will be happy for you but instead, it turns negative?
Why do you want to quit your job and start a business?
Or saying you can’t lose weight as fast.
Unfortunately, the insecurities and the suggestions of others can just shoot down your happy dreams.
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You want to connect with the right people that have similar aspirations. There are Facebook groups for just about anything (business, weight loss, painters, farmers). Basically, you need to find like-minded people or an accountability partner who will support, understand, believe and push you towards your dreams.
HOW TO FIX IT: Eliminate the people that will suck the motivation out of you. It may be hard but necessary. And please — be careful who you share information with because everyone can’t handle YOUR goals. Don’t let criticism from others stop you from fighting for your dreams.
Motivation Killer #3: Not Making S.M.A.R.T. Goals
Goal setting is more than just throwing out an idea and hope that you attain it. Goals should be made SMART.
SPECIFIC, MEASURABLE, ACHIEVABLE, REALISTIC, TIME BASED
You can easily lose motivation if the goal is unrealistic. Be mindful of setting your goals too high without giving yourself an adequate amount of time.
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For example, you set a goal to run a 10K. Your goal is to complete the run within 1 hour. Sounds doable right? But what if the race is next weekend and you have 8 days to go from couch potato to athlete.
You can lose the drive and possibly burn out in 3 days. Not because it’s impossible, but because you didn’t set a specific, measurable, attainable, realistic goal within a good time frame. You need to set yourself up to win!
HOW TO FIX IT: When setting goals to be sure to include small goals and reward yourself. If you are a beginner or have trouble reaching goals then I highly recommend you start setting SMART goals.
Motivation Killer #4: Lack of a Clear Purpose
Another big motivation killer is your WHY behind the task.
- What is the reason behind the goal?
- Why should you accomplish it?
It’s the story or end result that helps you stay on track.
The reason for which something is done or created or for which something exists:
You absolutely must have a strong WHY! Not having clear intent will easily cause you to fall off task.
The bigger the WHY the stronger the motivation.
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You ever heard or seen someone do something nearly impossible, but the end goal is so big that the impossible is made possible. There tons of news stories covering mothers, fathers, and children doing the unthinkable to protect a loved one.
I remember the story about the mom the lifted a car off her baby. Her WHY was tremendous? She knew the baby life depended on her ability to do it alone. Talk about a true motivator.
Although, the majority of us will not have a Why that big, establish one ASAP.
HOW TO FIX IT: Check past goals or tasks that you failed to reach and identify the why behind it. That may help you decipher if you WHY was strong enough. In addition, always make sure your goals are aligned with YOUR purpose.
Motivation Killer #5: Mindset
Your mindset is how you see life. How you deal with difficulties. How you show appreciation for things in your life and overcome obstacles or roadblocks.
Having a positive mindset allows you to navigate through life without getting stuck.
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If you think of motivation as the thing that pushes you forward then a negative mindset is what holds you back.
Fear, self-doubt, and ingratitude are some of the biggest contributors to a negative belief system.
There are times when fear and doubt still creeps up into my mind.
Doubt drains motivation. And fear creates procrastination.
How often do you start a SMART goal with a strong WHY and still get unmotivated?
It’s when things start going in your favor but there is a hurdle in your way that requires you to get outside your comfort zone. So you dial back and become less productive because it keeps you from facing the fear and doubts head-on. It’s not that you don’t want to because you do. It’s the lack of confidence that keeps you from moving forward.
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For instance, this sums up my story of blogging. Boy, do I hate getting in front of, the camera and marketing. This goal has a strong why… more quality time with children (3yr old girl & 9-year-old boy) and financial freedom (ugh college loans). It’s SMART but at times I still lose the motivation to tackle the next task – webinars, Facebook lives, reaching out to others or YouTube.
HOW TO FIX IT: I take baby steps but continue to move forward. Fake it until you make it. Also, make a list! A list of gratitude, things that you fear and the areas you don’t feel confident. This allows you to be honest with yourself and reevaluate how to address it. In turn, you will be able to complete a list of things that you’re most proud of and know how to stop negative self-talk.
Motivation Killer #6: Inconsistency
Starting and stopping a task quickly can make you lose motivation. Because the longer you’re not active; the easier it gets to do nothing.
Think about the snowball effect, it’s hard work, in the beginning, to pack and build it, but once it starts rolling it keeps itself rolling.
For example, if you are doing a workout 3 times a week and then you skip for 2 weeks. You will have to recondition your mind to begin again. But why it’s easier not to do anything.
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HOW TO FIX IT: The first thing to do is start. The easy thing is to make a schedule and keep to it. Start creating new habits and routines that enable your success.
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Motivation Killer #7: Being Impatient
You can easily get unmotivated if things are not happening fast enough. Give yourself a realistic time frame; Set SMART goals and be patient.
“Having or showing a tendency to be quickly irritated or provoked”
Especially the younger generation who want everything to happen NOW? The world of internet …fast answers, cell phone…fast response, microwaves… food fast, and fast-food restaurants that can get you in and out. No wonder everything needs to happen NOW.
But the downfall of being impatient is you can become so fixed on the end goal that you don’t appreciate the journey. Also, you are likely to make a mistake if you are trying to move too fast.
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- Do you ever feel like things are not going fast enough?
- Rather trying to get pregnant, get a job, finding a new home or a guy?
- You are left feeling frustrated because things are not working out?
Remember the story about the rabbit and the turtle.
Try to keep in mind that when achieving goals in life, run at your own pace. And to stay motivated remember your end goal. It doesn’t matter how long it takes or how fast you arrived but that you did.
A lesson for all of us to remember is speed does not equate success just because someone got there faster does not mean they are more successful in their life. Some people start slow and steady. Be the tortoise and ignore the hares!
HOW TO FIX IT: First, understand and respect that not all goals are in your control.
- Don’t be afraid to relinquish control to God and be patient.
- Be ok with not being perfect but still putting yourself out there.
- Be ok when things don’t happen fast.
Motivation Killer #8: Lack of Self-Care
You can’t pour from an empty cup. Take care of yourself first.
How can you possibly feel motivated to do anything if you’re running on fumes?
Chances are…You’re probably exhausted.
Not getting enough sleep.
Or you are dealing with medical issues.
These can leave you feeling drained and unmotivated.
Often people get into the habit of taking care of others that they tend to forget about making themselves a priority.
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Believe me; I understand fully I have kids. Somehow, you fall to the bottom of the list.
If a lack of energy is your problem then schedule an appointment with your physician.
There was a time when I was drained and feeling unmotivated to accomplish anything. I finally went to the doctor. I was relieved to know it was not just me but that I was vitamin D deficient.
HOW TO FIX IT: Visit your doctor if something seems abnormal, schedule “me” time on the calendar for self-care, enjoy mental health days, eat healthily and exercise regularly. Take a minute to rest and restore yourself. Refill your cup!
How to Fix Your Lack of Motivation
Achieving your goals is a process, it takes time! It’s the motivation that gets you from setting your goal all the way to eventually slaying it.
There’s no such thing as an overnight success. The media and entertainment industry often romanticize the stories of successful people. They rarely mention or show you how persistent and consistent they were. One step a day, a task at a time, slaying one goal at a time. They don’t show you the set up that went into landing that BIG accomplishment you know about.
Motivation is the fuel, but it’s only part of what’s necessary to get where you want to be in life. You need achievable goals and a clear path to success.
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Be consistent, and be patient with yourself.
Your lack of motivation is often a result of losing sight of yourself.
Don’t lose faith because you’re not where others are as yet.
Be good with you and do what YOU can do every day to slay your goals.
What’s your #1 motivation killer?
More About Guest Contributor
Darla Lee, the founder of Famlee Of Four is a blogger, writer and real-life working mom that understands the struggle of work/self/ family balance. In the midst of all the chaos, she offers a corner space on her blog for moms to become empowered and get inspiration. A place for moms to rediscover their passion, achieve goals, and make extra money utilizing their life purpose.
Last Updated on July 11, 2021
Irene says
This is a great post! thanks for sharing!
I love how you have design your blog and each post and page. It looks amazing!
Patricia says
Great tips! I LOVE that you put the impatience in there. I struggle with that a lot, and it IS a motivation killer sometimes.
Darla says
Yes. I too get impatient sometimes and have to remember life is not a race. Besides good things happens to those who wait.
Nadalie Bardo says
Hey Patricia,
Impatience is a struggle for reals. I know I get impatient with myself or with the progress I’m making. But I need to constantly remind myself that I am doing the best I can, and things take time.
Good things are worth waiting for!
Rhonda Swan says
Great post that is full of unstoppable info!
Darla says
Thanks love glad you enjoyed it.
Nadalie Bardo says
Agreed – Darla’s post is AMAZINGLY helpful!
Kate Schiffman says
I think it’s so important to have purpose behind your goals! It’s the start of everything 🙂
Darla says
Yes I agree. Your why is your gas to keep you moving!
Nadalie Bardo says
Hey Kate!
TOTALLY agree with you. It’s always about why?!
Reeni says
These are so true! I know when I start focusing on others I tend to lose sight of where I am going! Thanks for sharing!
Nadalie Bardo says
Hey Reeni,
Isn’t that just how it is though? So easy to focus on others when culturally we’re all so obsessed with peeping on peoples lives. And with social everyone’s BEST moments are in your face. Too easy to be jealous.
Scott says
For me it’s all about mindset. If I’m not in the right frame of mind, I just can’t move forward with the project.
Nadalie Bardo says
Hey Scott,
Same, I find that mindset is the number one reason it takes me longer to get going on things sometimes. I’m distracted, confused or just not believing in myself. We can easily waste time just not believing in ourselves or what we’re trying to achieve.
Carol Cassara says
I agree with you so much on this. We should learn how to get over these motivation killers before it completely derails us from our goals.
Nadalie Bardo says
Hey Carol,
We sure do – stop the accident before it even happens!
Talin says
You nailed it. I think all 8 of these apply to me =/ But it applies to everyone in one way or another. Thanks for the great tips!
Nadalie Bardo says
Hey Talin,
Darla sure did! Haha, no worries, at one time or another (like during a week or month) I feel all of these too. Push through!
elizabeth o says
When we connect to what truly feeds our passion, there is no stopping us. I believe that until we focus on our own game and run with what excites us, we will stay stuck. I say go do what calls you! 🙂
Nadalie Bardo says
Hey Elizabeth,
I love that, it’s an unstoppable force when we KNOW what drives us. That’s great advice – go where your passion is and you’ll never lose motivation (for long anyways).
Kelly Reci says
This is a great post. We should learn how to get over these motivation killers before it completely feature us from our goals.
Nadalie Bardo says
Hey Kelly,
Thanks, I so agree – Darla wrote an amazing piece for us.
We gotta know what’s holding us back, and it’s quite possible if you’ve unmotivated one of these eight is to blame.
Shannon says
This was an interesting read for me because I’ve been super UNmotivated as of late. I’m guilty of half of this list!
Nadalie Bardo says
Hey Shannon,
So glad you found this post when you’re feeling unmotivated. I hope it helps you get to the bottom of what’s causing your lack of motivation and that you get going again!
Julie Syl says
There are many things that make us always be motivated but there are also things that can kill our motivation. We must not let those things hinder us from achieving our goals.
Darla says
Yes! We must continue to achieve our goals. Preservance is important.
Nadalie Bardo says
Hey Julie!
Yes! We really need to not be held back by these. Push on through!
Piyush matta says
Great article
Keep it up
Nadalie Bardo says
Thanks for the blog love!
Pam says
These are all great tips! I lose motivation with getting healthy/working out. I’ll go at it hard for a week and when I don’t see any results, I go right back to my old ways. I know it takes longer than that to get results, I just need to create better (SMART) goals and change my mindset!
Nadalie Bardo says
Hey Pam,
Oh no – me too I’ve long given up on working out. Trying really hard to get over the feeling of “ugh” from even starting. We need to be really patient with ourselves, especially with working out. It takes time to see results. For myself, I remind myself that it’s not about “results” it’s about being healthy – and you can’t always see that, but you can feel it.
Aine says
Great advice – knowing what de-motivates you is as important as knowing what motivates you. People often overlook that!
Nadalie Bardo says
Hey Aine,
Totally, we need to know WHY we’ve lost our motivation. If we don’t’ figure it out and correct it, it will likely stop us again once we don’t feel like it again.
Deepa says
Once more a great post with great pointers. Self-care and motivation are very important. Being jealous and envy is not going to help. Thanks for sharing.
Darla says
Focusing on the things that would help and removing the things that get in the way!
Nadalie Bardo says
Hey Deepa,
So with you about the importance of self-care! I try to take it easy on weekends and focus on myself a bit, away from the blog and business.
Elena says
I am so impatient. I want everything and I want it now. I am aware that everything takes time and I cannot do all at once but still I cannot control myself sometimes.
Darla says
Yes me too. Sometimes I have to remind myself…its not how fast you arrive but that you arrive on YOUR time.
Nadalie Bardo says
I so agree with Darla on this one. I know I have my moments of impatience too, but I remind myself that I’m playing the long game. Quick results, can fade quickly too. Eyes on the end goal!
Maya M says
Nadalie, I love your work! And I have to say that this post is exactly what I needed now!
Nadalie Bardo says
Hey Maya,
That’s the best – when you find just what you need when you need it. Enjoy!
Lisa says
Some very useful information here. I love it
Nadalie Bardo says
Hey Lisa, *yay* for being useful!
Dee says
Great pointers! I have been going thro a rollercoaster of ups and downs and I believe this post will help be get myself back in track.
Nadalie Bardo says
Hey Dee,
I’m sorry things are very up and down right now. Jump off the ride and just focus on what you can control right now. Get back to basics with your goals and start making baby steps.
You got this!
Jenn says
Envy is a trap I fall into all the time. When I realize I’m doing it, I put the blinders on or I try to analyze what’s making them successful. Sometimes I’ll even get the nerve to ask them for advice and make a new connection I the process!
Nadalie Bardo says
Hey Jenn,
It’s totally a trap, and there’s no way to win with envy. Yup – I live with blinders on, I need to literally just ignore everyone and what they’re doing. That’s great though that reach out and get guidance from those who are where you want to be. I’m all for that! Encouragement not envy!
Krystal // The Krystal Diaries says
Sometimes I find my motivation is lacking if I’m overly stressed out and tired. Usually I’ll take a break and relax for a couple days and then I find I have all new motivation!
Nadalie Bardo says
Hey Krystal,
YUP, I’ve been there. Me too! In those times I just need to shut it down and go do something else for a bit.
Ellie chan says
I LOVE this!!! Seriously your blog is amazing, one of the most motivating out there. I think personally, that first point about envy of others is the one I seem to see a lot of in the blogging world. People see the big bloggers and want that right away without seeing or bothering about the hard work that has gone in behind the scenes. Use them as inspiration but never be envious.
Darla says
Guest posting on this blog was a honor. This blog is good for inspiring and motivating others. Glad you liked my article!
Nadalie Bardo says
Hey Ellie,
Thanks so much for the blog love. It’s honestly too easy to be envious and wish we were the bloggers who started before us are. We can either get discouraged, be envious of their progress, or we can get to work and be encouraged that since they made it, we can too. I try to be encouraged and not focus too much on where someone else is, but how I’m going to get where I want to be.
I am so glad you find my blog encouraging. Means a lot to me – keeps me going. 😀
Nadalie Bardo says
ps. Darla! Totally a pleasure having you guest post. <3
Chevelle says
I SO needed this today. Lack of clear purpose and a plan is something I need to focus on. Thank you so much!
Darla says
Glad I can help. It’s after you get all the amazing ideas you realize that execution is needed for success.
Nadalie Bardo says
Hey Chevelle!
Nice to see you here! That’s always a great place to start.
Priyanka says
Sometimes I get unmotivated with my blog, so this will be helpful in figuring out some solutions! Thanks for sharing.
xo,
Pri
Nadalie Bardo says
Hey Priyanka,
I feel you, sometimes I’m not feeling the blog either. But I’m all and I know why I’m doing this and even if it’s just making a tiny difference, that’s enough to push me to find my motivation for the day. Also, I find that consistency and having habits with my blog help. I don’t fight it so much because I just wake up and I know what I need to do which day.
Cheers to being motivated to blog!
Ana says
What an amazing, motivating post! I definitely needed to read this right now, as I struggle with #2…Well 5, 6 & 7 too! The lack of support isn’t helping my mindset, leading to inconsistency and just feeling uninspired. And of course, I’ve been impatient ever since I’ve published my first blog post. I’m pinning this as a reminder for the demotivated future me :).
Thanks for sharing Nadalie & keep up the great work! You truly are a motivation for your readers and blogger friends! <3
Nadalie Bardo says
Hey Ana,
Haha I so felt that way too when I read Darla’s post for the first time. Like wooh self, you’ve got a quite a few red flags you should be aware of. And you’re so right, it cascades from one to the other.
Find your support, build up your team so they encourage you to keep going and get your mindset right.
Thanks lovely for the blog love and encouragement. I need it too! yay #bloggingfriends
Suzanne Stainforth says
Absolutely love this post! Very inspirational!
Nadalie Bardo says
*yay* for being inspired! Glad you love it. 🙌🏽
Chad Eljisr says
Cool list! I saw people around me ruin their lives because of ‘envy’… And having a positive mindset is essential to keep the motivation up.
Nadalie Bardo says
Hey Chad,
It’s so sad that that’s true. We can spend our whole lives green for what others have, or focus on ourselves and build our own happiness.
Rebecca Swenor says
This is a great post on motivational killers and what to do to change them. It is so important to have the right people supporting you and your decisions. Thinking positive is something we all need to do and change in our life. Thanks for sharing the tips.
Nadalie Bardo says
Hey Rebecca,
It’s all important, isn’t it? I love how actionable Darla made her post too, it’s so helpful. I also find that once you start removing one or two of these motivation killers from your life, you almost solve a few of the others. Positive thinking translates into being consistent and so on.
Anca Stefania says
This is so on the spot! Thank you! Really great info 🙂
Nadalie Bardo says
Welcome Anca!
Tosha says
Impatience has always been a problem with me. If I do ‘x’ why hasn’t ‘y’ happened by now?
This attitude was slowly but surely creating havoc in my life. It’s hard to stay positive when you’re wondering why a goal hasn’t been achieved.
Instead, I buckled down and created a goal setting formula routine that works for me. Once you put on paper the goal that you wish to achieve you will see that it hasn’t been that long. In addition, I have noticed that the things that are worth having in life take much longer to achieve. However, once you gain them you will appreciate them much more because of all the effort it took to get there. Great post!
Nadalie Bardo says
Hey Tosha,
GIRRLL, the struggle is real with me too. Like why, why does it take so long?
It can ruin things, it can lead you to give up before you should (well which is never), but you are so right, it’s hard to stay positive when things aren’t happening as yet.
I love that you have a strategy that works for you. I find the same thing with writing down your goals, something happens when you put it to paper.
Thanks for reading!
Sharon says
Enjoyed this post. Thank you for sharing this wisdom.
Nadalie Bardo says
Welcome, Sharon!
Maya Maceka says
Some days I definitely feel unmotivated and I think this post is exactly what I needed to read! Also, can I just point out how awesome your blog is? Everything is always layed out nicely and your graphics are killer!
Nadalie Bardo says
Hey Maya,
Unmotivation happens to us all, it’s just making sure it doesn’t last too long to hold us back.
😊 Aww thanks lovely for the blog love, means a lot.
Alexis Rene says
True, true, true!!
Man did I need this today. Thank you for sharing this piece of inspiration.
I think the biggest thing holding me back is not having a proper schedule! When I’m not organized with my time it seems like the tasks just pile on and then I have ZERO motivation to get anything done because I feel so ashamed of my lack of organization!
I love your simple tips and quotes you shared. This will definitely help me.
Nadalie Bardo says
Hey Alexis,
You are so welcome! Darla did a fantastic job, love everything she shared with us.
Without my schedule I’d be lost! I’ve got my weeks and months down to a science. I know what day it is, so I know what I need to do. Try setting one up for your next week and you’ll see the benefits. Takes all the “ah I dont know what I’m doing” out of it.
Anderson says
There is a lot of great information in you article and I agree with you 💯. One of the Kingdom principles; is As a man thinketh in his heart, so is he. Thank you for sharing.
Nadalie Bardo says
Hey Anderson,
There’s a strong connection between our thought life and our actual life. There’s power in our thinking and being able to control and direct it can drive us to be motivated. Thanks for commenting!
Sara says
This made for a really interesting read, thank you! ‘Mindset’ has to be my absolute killer!! Aaaargh, but it’s just a case of me having to kick myself and getting back on track. Easier said than done, right!
Nadalie Bardo says
Hey Sara,
You are so welcome! I owe our thanks to Darla’s impressive writing and insight.
Get up and get going! No excuses, dig deep and find that motivation. Dont’ I know it. But hey, one step at at time!
Ellie chan says
Envy of others and impatience are 2 huge ones! You can admire someone else’s success and work but being jealous of it only hurts your efforts. Negative energy is toxic, you just have to keep working hard on your own goals.
Nadalie Bardo says
Hey Ellie,
Those are big ones for us all! I know for me envy is one those things that just creeps up when you’re not expecting it. Then before you know it you’re the ugly green monster. We need to regularly detox ourselves from these harmful thoughts that zap our motivation.
David Elliott says
It’s important to remember how difficult not having enough resources or support for doing things and accomplishing goals actually is. But being impatient is equally as important.
Nadalie Bardo says
Hey David,
Things become so difficult when you’re reacting from a famine mindset. It’s hard to be hopeful when you don’t think you’ll last the week. We all need our support system.
Amrita says
Excellent post .Fear, doubt, and ingratitude are some of the biggest contributors to a negative belief system.Thus I sincerely believe. I am trying to work on the fear part for some time .other two I am better at
Nadalie Bardo says
Hey Amrita,
Thank you – I agree, Darla wrote an excellent piece for us.
That’s such a great point, we have to protect our belief system. Fears one of those for me that I think I’ve defeated, but it reappears in another form, or pushing another problem.
James Geter says
Good job Dee Lee!!! You spoke the truth about hard work, balance, goal accomplishment , and taking care of yourself. Lately I have felt overwhelmed with work, school, and personal life. It wasn’t an easy job, but I maintained focus and organization. Great blog. Love, Pop Pop James
Nadalie Bardo says
Hey James,
Thanks for sharing your support for Darla! I appreciate your comment.
Roxy says
Yes, yes, and more yes! I can certainly relate to experiencing all of these at some point in time (sometimes a few at once). I think the one I struggle with the most is #8 and I did have to go to the doctor for a medical resolution. I try to really focus on myself and not worry so much about pleasing others.
Nadalie Bardo says
Hey Roxy,
Awesome, awesome, awesome! 🙌🏽 Me too, I’ve soo been there / find myself there way too often. I’m so guilty of not taking care of myself either, from forgetting to eat to not allowing myself to take breaks. But I know that if I break down, everything breaks down.
Cheers to loving ourselves and taking care!
Natasha says
This is so good and so true! That’s why I feel it’s so important to have vision for whatever you’re doing…
Nadalie Bardo says
Hey Natasha,
Agreed, it’s a wonderful post by Darla. Thanks for commenting!
Cecilia says
I have been looking for a post like this to improve myself and honestly, this was truly inspiring. Thank you so much for sharing.
Nadalie Bardo says
Hey Cecilia,
So glad that you found what you were looking for and that you’re feeling inspired! yay for being motivated!
Miranda Nahmias says
I love all of these tips! I run an online business and it’s critical to stay motivated and avoid procrastination.
Nadalie Bardo says
Hello Miranda,
My dear friend who always comments on every post. You’ve honestly the best!
Motivation is soo critical to getting anywhere when you’re self-employed. Procrastination is always coming for me too.
Victoria Onken says
wonderful post! I’ve encountered all of these I think, so it’s nice to have this motivational list to have a look at when I’m lacking motivation. Thank you!
Nadalie Bardo says
Hey Victoria,
Me too, at one time or another. So agree, it makes it a lot easier to pinpoint WHAT exactly is causing us to feel stuck.
Sam says
Ah, patience is one of those things I constantly struggle with!
Nadalie Bardo says
Hey Sam,
If only patience came easily right? I’m so impatient. But I keep reminding myself that it takes as long as it takes. And I’ll get there!
Mia says
This is SO spot on. I struggle a lot with inconsistency and also not making measurable goals (and how to get there)!
Nadalie Bardo says
Hey Mia,
Right! Darla knows what we needed to know about this 100%!
Sara says
Hi Nadalie, I am not seriously lacking motivation right now. 😂😂😂
But i was seriously lacking motivation before read your this amazing motivation killers article! 😍😍😍
Great thanks dear for such a amazing article.
__Sara