Comments on: Finding Your Way Back When Your Motivation Takes a Holiday

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By: Bill

Bill — Sat, 21 May 2016 00:15:05 +0000

Thanks Jemma. I think we all face that same lagging motivation at times. It may not be running, or keeping physically fit, but something we feel so committed to. But then the blahs set in, and we wonder. Getting back to that inner drive, purpose, motivation is where it’s at. Whatever that may be for each of us.

I find that in providing resources for others to solve problems, answer questions, deal with issues. When I get in the doldrums, I go back to that purpose and remind myself that I am good at that and find real joy when others use the resources I offer to solve their particular dilemma.

Thanks for the reminder that who we are on the inside, what drives us and gives us purpose, and where we see our mission can be so fulfilling. For some that is the first step, finding out what that purpose, mission, inner drive really is.

Appreciate the thoughts.

By: ianhatman

ianhatman — Fri, 20 May 2016 15:44:30 +0000

Great job Jemma. I’m so not a runner, but really identify with true motivation being about the inner stuff, what we value, who we are, what really matters, what we connect with and relate to.

Thanks!

Ian

By: Randy Conley

Randy Conley — Fri, 20 May 2016 14:56:50 +0000

Excellent thoughts Jemma.

I’ve experienced similar motivational dilemmas with cycling. I go through periods where the motivation wavers and it’s always helpful to get back to the basics of why I love cycling: being outdoors, fresh air, stress relief, and how it makes me feel when I’m done.

Most things in life are decisions…we have to decide to do something whether we “feel” motivated or not. The feelings will ebb and flow and we can’t rely on them to drive our behavior.

Randy

By: Gary Gruber

Gary Gruber — Fri, 20 May 2016 12:21:15 +0000

In reply to Gary Gruber.

PS – Check out my blog: “Getting Back on Track” tinyurl.com/jezkc82

By: Gary Gruber

Gary Gruber — Fri, 20 May 2016 12:19:19 +0000

What defines you is such an essential question. It is not about what you do but rather who you are, and yes what motivates and drives you forward but even more than that what are some of your deeply held beliefs and values, those that are non-negotiable. Running may be negotiable and may change over time. Honesty may not be negotiable. So, in one of those value sort exercises, look at your top five and then answer the question, “Who am I?” Chances are those will define you more than running, more than work, even more than the company you keep and the relationships you enjoy.