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  • Where to Find Motivation and Inspiration When You’re Stuck

    Where to Find Motivation and Inspiration When You’re Stuck

    Where to Find Motivation and Inspiration When You’re Stuck

    It’s normal to find yourself unmotivated and uninspired sometimes. Slumps happen to everyone and you don’t have to be too hard on yourself when you just can’t seem to pull yourself together. When this happens to you, don’t fret because there are ways to find motivation and inspiration to get you back on your feet and running and hustling again like before. We got you.

     

    How To Find Motivation

     

    Revisit your ‘Why’.

    When you find yourself listless and uninspired to do the things you need to do, one thing that always perks me up is by thinking about my ‘whys’. It’s a simple gesture yet it’s something that we always neglect when we become too busy and preoccupied with life.

    In this fast-paced world, we are always on the go. We hustle hard and we get as many things done as we possibly can. We are always racing with time but when a moment of demotivation hits us, we feel like we’re not worthy to even slow down for just a little bit. If you are that kind of person, this is the sign you’re looking for. It’s okay to slow down and rest for a bit.

    When you lack the motivation to do your work, reach your goals, or even do your passion, it’s the perfect time to revisit the reasons why you are doing them in the first place.

     

    List down things that make you smile.

    An effective way to keep yourself motivated is by having a list of things that make you smile. Take a moment to jot down the things that brought you joy and the moments that made you excited.

    Do this daily to keep your list running with things that made you happy. Do you feel excited when you finish up work and go home to make dinner for your family? Does it make you smile when you saw a rainbow in the sky? Have you read something funny on the internet that brightened up your day? No matter how small or silly or irrelevant you think that thing is, if it made you happy, list it down. We often forget that it’s the little things that matter, it’s the little things that make up the bigger things.

    You can keep a running list of things that made you happy on your Notes App so that you’ll always have access to it and you’ll always get to update it whenever you want to.

     

    Read something.

    Another way to find motivation and inspiration is to read something. May it be books, magazines, news articles, blogs, social updates, or whatever, doesn’t matter what medium it is, as long as you just read.

    Reading is a great way to find new ideas when you’re dried out. Perhaps you’ll find fresh thoughts when you read other people’s perspectives. Need to generate new ideas for content creation? There’s a plethora of high-quality content on the internet, just know how to filter the trash and look for the gold.

     

    Go outside.

    Sometimes, a change in surroundings will be a great help to get you out of your slump and demotivated state. It refreshes the mind and lets you see the world in a different light. Take a short walk and look at your surroundings.

    Listening to your favorite music while outside can also do wonders.

     

    Talk to a friend.

    When you find yourself lacking in the motivation department, talking to your friends can be another way to help you out.

    Phone a friend, go to the gym together or meet at a park to hang out and get to conversing. Having someone supportive by your side is a wonder to have especially when you have baggage to unload.

    If you want to have work done, you can have work dates. Grab your laptop and meet a friend. Even if you’re working on different projects, you’ll have a feeling of wanting to be productive by having someone who is also doing their work.

     

    Rest but don’t give up.

    There are times when we just couldn’t help but feel down. We don’t have the energy, both mentally and physically, to do the things we’re supposed to do. In times like this, it’s okay to accept that we don’t have the motivation to move. You can always take some rest.

    Rest but don’t quit. That’s what I always tell myself. There will always be moments in your life when you don’t feel inspired or motivated and it’s okay to take it slow. It’s okay to just be in your comfy pajamas watching your favorite tv show or surfing the internet or just relaxing. Having a day off won’t hinder you from achieving your goals. It’s a needed rest and you deserve it after working so hard.

     

    Where to Find Motivation and Inspiration When You're Stuck

     

    Where to Find Inspiration

     

    Facebook Groups

    Whatever topic it is you are looking for, or whatever field, I am pretty sure that Facebook has a group about it. Facebook Groups are great resources to find inspiration from. There are a lot of people active in these things and you get authentic inputs from groups that have highly engaged members.

     

    Youtube Videos

    Are you looking for something? A tutorial? A guide? An inspirational talk? Maybe just some ambient sound to relax your mind? YouTube has them all. This platform has grown exponentially over the years and the amount of content you can find in it is infinite.

    Whenever I need inspiration and I’m not in the mood to read, I open youtube and let it suck me into its many videos.

     

    Podcasts

    Podcasts are a wonderful thing. When you don’t have the time to watch a video, you can turn to podcasts and listen to them while doing your chores or something.

    Podcasts have been growing in the last few years and there’s a great variety of content in it today for almost any subject you can think of. Want to learn more about Mythology? Relationships? Digital Marketing? Want to listen to worship and gospel? Book raves? Slice of life? Crime and Mystery? There’s a podcast for these, I tell you. And you can listen to them whenever you want to! Such great things to pick up inspiration from!

     

    Pinterest

    Looking for visual inspirations? Pinterest is my go-to. It has a plethora of aesthetically pleasing photos to very well-designed infographics that will help you find motivation and inspiration in no time! Pinterest is a wonder.

     

    Other Blogs

    Another way to find motivation and inspiration is by browsing other people’s blogs. You can find so many things by reading other people’s words and most of the time, that’s what helps me overcome my slumps. Search up blogs on your niche or topic and find people whose writing style you like. With thousands of blogs on the internet, I don’t think you’ll have difficulty finding some that will become your new favorites.

     

    Books

    When all else fails, reading a book, or something tangible like a magazine can help you. Read something even unrelated to your work to refresh your brain. Read an adventure book to stimulate your imagination. Read a romance book to tickle your romantic bone. Maybe fiction or self-help is your thing, then go ahead and read that.

    The point is, reading is oil to the brain that will keep it from rusting and it always gives you something new to learn. And new learnings will eventually give you inspirations and new ideas for your work.

     

    We all have different strengths and weaknesses, and we have different ways to cope up with different stress factors. When you happen to be in a slump and demotivated state, just know that you’re not the only one who feels this way. I hope the tips stated above would help you and give you some ideas on how to gain inspiration and get you motivated again.

    Keep fighting!

  • 7 Ways to Find Motivation When You Feel Stuck

    7 Ways to Find Motivation When You Feel Stuck

    7 Ways to Find Motivation When You Feel Stuck

    Are you demotivated to work and do the things you’re supposed to do? Have you been feeling listless for some time? Are you having difficulties in waking up every morning knowing that you’re going to do the same routine as yesterday? Do you want to find motivation as soon as possible?

    I know the struggle. Due to this pandemic, we’ve all been stuck at home for months, and we’re still getting used to it. Maybe the lock-down has been eased down in your area, but society has not yet come back to full functionality. We are looking at a possible future where the new normal is people wearing face masks and gloves when going outside. Maybe things have been difficult for you, and during these times, it’s been tough for you to find motivation. Don’t worry, it’s only a temporary setback.

    Many of us are stuck in a rut, and maybe you’re desperate enough to get out of there that you’ve stumbled upon our humble website. Well, my dear, you’re in luck. We may have something to help you find the motivation you been longing to have.

    7 Ways to Find Motivation When You Feel Stuck

    Here are some ways how to find motivation when you are stuck in a rut:

    Check Your Goals

    Get a pen and a piece of paper. Sit down and ask yourself this: What do you want to achieve in the next 2 years? 5 years? 10 years? Write down ALL your answers in your piece of paper. When you’re done writing, go over your list and check if your goals are realistic.

    Now, assess your life if you’ve been doing the things that will get you closer to your goals.

    Here’s the hard part to swallow: If the actions toward those goals bore you, doesn’t inspire you, or makes you procrastinate, then maybe you have the wrong set of goals. Maybe your priorities have changed. And maybe, it’s time to change your goals as well.

    Don’t be too hard on yourself. Your goals can be as simple as finishing a book by the end of the month or saving up a certain amount of money by the end of the year. Or it can be as ambitious as growing your small business twice by the next 6 months or getting to travel to 5 countries in a year. With the right mindset and attitude towards what you want to achieve, you will surely get to your feet and start doing what you need to do to reach your dreams.

    Break down your goals into smaller steps

    Big goals can be intimidating to look at, especially if you just see the endpoint. You’ll become overwhelmed and will be prone to giving up easily. The solution to persevere with reaching your goals is to break them down into simpler steps. Divide your goals into smaller milestones and you’ll be surprised as you notice the progress you’ll be making.

    Breaking down your goals will also help you make adjustments whenever necessary. You can change the things that aren’t working for you anymore, and add up things that do.

    Stop comparing yourself to others

    Comparing yourself to others is a rabbit hole, and once you’ve fallen into the pit, you will have a hard time getting back up. We have to remember that every person has a different set of skills, a different set of strengths and weaknesses. Now, if you compare your work to someone else’s, it’s like you are comparing apples to oranges. Of course, there will be differences!

    We tend to be harder on ourselves so the chances of winning these comparison contests are slim to none. This will not only create an inferiority complex when someone else’s output is greater than yours, but it will also hinder you from appreciating the good things you can do because you are only focusing on the negative things.

    The best thing to do here is maybe just to compare your present self from your past self. This will be a healthier option because you can surely have a clear indication of your progress.

    Embrace slow progress

    Progress is still progress, no matter how slow it is – as long as you are going in the right direction. If this is how you move, embrace it. There’s no need to hasten. Slow and steady does it.

    Be around people who make you feel good

    Surround yourself with positive and supportive people. Be with people who make you want to pursue your goals and to just do better in general. Sometimes, all we need are encouraging words to help keep us going.

    Celebrate your successes (however small they are)

    Did you finish the book you intended to finish by the end of the week? Hit the target number of followers you’ve been aiming to have since last month? Did you manage to finish the essay you’ve been stuck on writing since this morning? Congratulate yourself on a job well done! Big successes start will small ones. Hitting your smaller milestones is an indication that you are getting closer to hitting your big ones so, of course, it’s a valid reason to celebrate! Give yourself a pat in the back for persevering and for doing your best!

    Lighten up!

    Don’t take everything too seriously. Yes, I’m serious. Smile, lighten up a little bit. After all, c’est la vie! And it’s the only one you’re gonna have. A bad day does not equate to a bad life. You may have had a bad day today but that’s why there’s always a tomorrow, right? So you can try again and do better.

    Let yourself go through the ups and downs because this is how you can truly appreciate and savor the moment when you finally get to reach that goal of yours.

    When you feel demotivated, just know that you are not a failure. This happens to all of us, and you are going to find inspiration again to resume living your life. If you are stuck in a rut, take a break and loosen up. You got this!