Even when you have high motivation to do something, sometimes a voice in your head says “I don’t want to.” Here’s what’s really happening.
Why Advice to “Just Start” Falls Apart in Real Life
You can be highly motivated and still struggle to begin. The advice to “just start” ignores the many factors required to initiate action.
Motivation Is Not Enough
Even if you’re highly motivated, you might still struggle to take action. You’re not broken. Here’s why motivation isn’t enough for the heavy lift of getting started.
How to Diagnose a “Motivation” Problem (and Fix the Right Thing)
Here’s what you really mean when you say you don’t “feel motivated” and how to address the root problem.
The Myth of Motivation
What you really mean when you say you don’t “feel motivated,” and why it matters to preserving your agency and power to act.
The Benefits of Disrupting Your Routine
Consistent routines are an important tool for self-regulation and predictability. But sometimes it’s important to disrupt yourself.
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