By Tian DuBelko
Have you been stumped by a long-term project, with seemingly nothing to show for your hard work? It’s hard to stay motivated when there is often a lack of an immediate payoff. How do you keep pushing yourself when it appears that nothing changes from day to day?
When self-doubt and frustration creep in, it’s important that you find ways to stay motivated. Here are five key strategies to staying motivated towards your goals, even when you’re not at your best.
Sometimes, the daily grind can get us down and make us lose sight of the big picture. What is your ultimate goal? Write that down somewhere to remind yourself, and come back to it every once in a while to remind yourself where you’re headed.
Sometimes we can get caught up in our professional lives and neglect our personal ones. Taking a break to hang out with friends and family can be beneficial to your mental wellbeing, and it allows you to be reenergized when you head back to work.
Remember: it’s always okay to ask for help. If you’re struggling with a project or a task, stop and ask someone for help. In work environments like a shared office space, you’re encouraged to work together with the collaborative community and come up with solutions together.
If you’re not making progress with work, you might be suffering from burnout. Find a hobby that you can find joy and relaxation in. For some people, it’s gardening. For others, it might be exercising or reading.
Are there any books or blogs that inspired you in the past? If so, go back and read them. If you don’t have a source of inspiration, there are plenty of resources on the Internet that you can use for a quick pick-me-up.
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