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5 Things to remember when you have no motivation

For the ones who are having a tough time. We are all going through things...

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5 Things to remember when you have no motivation

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What are you going through?

Is it emotional, physical, financial or something else, maybe? Maybe there's one thing you just can't get over or brush off your shoulder. Or do you have a laundry list of things weighing you down?

You try to solve one problem, but you can't fix it until you fix something else.

If you're like me, you are learning (or already know) that life is not something that we can always control, that we always enjoy, or even that we want to deal with. I just want to remind you of a few things.

1. Accept The Love Around You

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I'm the type of friend (co-worker, girlfriend, daughter, etc.) that wants to see you happy.

I want to see you grow, to do better. I want you to reach your goals. And when you have no motivation, that seems impossible.

I know what it's like. Sometimes we've got our heads so deep in the black hole of our issues that we can't accept encouragement, positivity and love. In my case, this is especially true if that love is coming from those that love me. For some reason, I just don't always want to listen or accept their encouragement.

Even if there's only one person around that's trying to uplift you, don't reject their love.

2. All You Can Do Is Try

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The best way to solve any problem is to try. That's the beginning step, and sometimes, it's all you need.

3. You are Only Human

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Don't confuse fiction with reality. Don't be too hard on yourself or overwhelm yourself. There are countless studies done on the effects of stress on the body. Help yourself emotionally and physically by letting yourself be human.

4. Insignificance Is an Illusion

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You are important. It's as simple as that.

5. Love Yourself

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I'm the type of friend (co-worker, girlfriend, daughter, etc.) that wants to see you happy. I want to see you grow-do better. I want you to reach your goals. And when you have no motivation, that seems impossible.

I know what it's like. Even if I don't know you, you deserve the best.

And you should love yourself.

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