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Joyce Cabrera

Have you ever found yourself procrastinating or losing passion? What do you do to combat it?

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As a creative, it's inevitable to go blank sometimes and no matter how I push myself to build more ideas, sometimes, I find inspiration someplace else. At the same time, there are also moments when I don't feel like doing so.
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Shon Paunan
Its really hard to spot but I keep on pushing myself and reminding myself - I'm better than this.
Richard Gao
When I find myself procrastinating, it would be hard to notice it happening, so I usually set alarms to remind myself. When I found myself losing passion, it's usually because I'm losing confidence in my product. I remind myself that there are likely thousands of worse products out there that are more successful than you simply because they treated their customers a little better or had better marketing while offering nothing new. What do you do?
Joyce Cabrera
@richard_gao2 I have a small following on social media so I use that to my advantage. People would usually ask what happened on the task I'm working on and that's how I keep myself accountable sometimes when I feel like I'm starting to fall off the grid. On a normal day, I have enough discipline to not need it.
Joan Mateo Duarte 🚀
Just take a break, when you finish think about why you are doing what you are currently doing and how far along you are.
Joyce Cabrera
@joanduarte I keep forgetting to "take a break" sometimes and it's most likely what's causing me distress. Deep breaths, thank you!
Alok Tiwari
I exercise play soccer or guitar and that helps.
Joyce Cabrera
@alok_tiwari3 I might just go back to playing music after all. Thank you!
Cristian Yones
I have found that one thing that can help with procrastination is to break larger tasks into smaller, more manageable chunks. This can make the task seem less daunting, and can help me to make progress even when I don't feel particularly motivated. I also find it helpful to set specific goals and deadlines for myself, as this provides a sense of accountability and helps me to stay on track. Additionally, finding ways to make the task more enjoyable or rewarding can help to increase my motivation and passion for it. I also try to take breaks and engage in activities that help to re-energize and refresh me. This can include things like taking a walk, spending time with friends or loved ones, or engaging in a hobby or activity that I enjoy. It's important to remember that it's normal to go through periods of low motivation or inspiration, and it's okay to take a break or seek support when I need it. By staying positive and finding ways to stay motivated, I can overcome these challenges and continue to pursue my creative endeavors.
Joyce Cabrera
@cristian_yones Thank you! I have done everything except the first one. I might give it a shot but I've always been skeptical when it comes to breaking larger tasks into smaller ones. Not because I doubt its efficacy but because I tend to lose focus and get easily distracted everytime I break down larger tasks. Might have to give it another shot. :)
Adham Dannaway
I usually take a rest and get away from the screen. Workout, do some gardening, or hang with friends and family. Sometimes I try to do a small and easy task to get some momentum 👍
Christine A.
It does seem odd but I join Gym if I am losing passion. It energizes me and give me confidence and motivation.
Anoir Houmou
Remembering why you started and what the overall goal is.