Career questions tagged motivation
How can I get more motivation to finish the things I start?
I often start writing a lot of things. I have a lot of unfinished passion projects that I get others involved in, but then lose motivation for and start slacking off on. It always seems like an amazing Idea until I actually have to do something. I genuinely do't want to let the people I've gotten involved down and need ways to region motivation, and fast. Edit: The project I' working on is a small visual novel formatted series with small animations and cutscenes made by some people I have helping with the project. I write the script myself and make the episodes. The characters and stuff are all made and I have the times from the voice actors. The part I'm falling short with is the making of the actual episode.
How do you stay motivated while pursuing a demanding degree?
For context, I come from a low-income background and am pursuing a degree in veterinary medicine. I know that this career path is difficult in terms of coursework and requires many years of schooling. I am transferring from a Community College to a 4-year institution this fall, with veterinary school following afterward. As I am transferring into such a specific major so my academic pathway requires at least 2.5 years, with the addition of taking Summer and Winter classes, with veterinary school being 4 years. My financial background also sets me back in struggling to pay for school and likely needing to work full time, which hinders my studies. Veterinary school is noted to be very competitive, and most people get rejected in their first year of applying. I am trying to stay optimistic throughout the hardships and also want to make the most of my time in college. Overall, how do you stay motivated in such a difficult career path while also balancing personal life, work, and getting involved on campus? #Spring25
How do I know I am not messing up my life?
Hello Career Village! I am a 2nd-year college student at RPI, and I've come to a point in my life where I am in this shell and can't seem to break out of it because I am afraid of taking risks in my academic career. I have so many ambitions I want to tackle, but as I am finally getting the courage to take on the opportunity presented in front of me, these malicious thoughts creep in and start to invade every motivation I had initially, and ultimately, I walk away. My question is, how can I have confidence and trust in my capabilities?
What helped you gain confidence in your work, especially when presenting your ideas to others who might not see your vision right away?
I’m a college sophomore, and I’m really interested in interior design. I also enjoy reading, writing, and painting—basically anything creative that lets me express myself or see things from a different perspective. I like the idea of designing spaces that feel both functional and meaningful.
How did you balance work/school/ life during university?
I'm currently going to University full-time, work part-time and I have pets at home. I feel like I'm struggling to stay on top of everything when days start to blur together.
What is your favorite tool or habit to keep yourself motivated at work or school on an everyday basis ?
What is your favorite tool or habit to keep yourself motivated at work or school on an everyday basis?
How do I stay motivated and focused when things get overwhelming during my academic journey?
I'm currently a high school senior preparing for college. I've always been a good student, but often times get overwhelmed. Now that I'll be starting college in the fall, I know this won't get any easier and would appreciate some tips on how to stay motivated and focused.
What is some helpful advice for avoiding burnout and continuing to drive motivation throughout your career, especially after graduating from college? #Spring25
I'm currently a student and working part-time. I have grown accustomed to my working routine after so many years and feel like I'll get burnt out if I quit and look for another employment related to my major.
How do you stay motivated until the end, through the ups and downs? Nursing school is hard. Is there ever a point where you feel like the sacrifices aren't worth it or won't pay off in the end? #Spring25
After years of different medical programs, I've finally been accepted into an ABSN program. Now, with restricted financing and funding, having to step back from work and time with my family, I wonder if my dream of becoming a nurse is worth the sacrifices, blood, sweat, and tears.
How should I manage procrastination and avoid distractions while studying ?
I am currently a high school senior who struggles to stay focused and manage my time wisely especially when the tasks are boring or mentally exhausting. I get easily distracted by things like social media or my phone and I want to build better study habits before I get to college.
What is something that can prepare me to get into the dental field, especially like dental hygiene?
I'm in college getting a BA in Dental Hygiene. I have some experience from a Dental class that I took in high school. I want to know what all there is to know about the field. The mental, physical struggles. Google does provide information, but that's from a search engine and not from a known experience.
Self-Motivation lacking
What other ways can I keep up my self motivation for school? When my life gets dark.
What is some advice on staying positive and motivated when still in school and pursuing my career ?
I am currently in school finishing pre reqs for nursing. I will apply to nursing school soon and struggle sometimes staying motivated because school can get overwhelming and seems like it is just the beginning.
How do you find motivation when you have so many burdens in life?
I feel so exhausted all the time, even with small tasks such as putting away laundry or dishes. I work roughly 25 hours a week. For the past four years I have been dealing with vision problems. It feels like I can't do anything and that I am constantly catching up. Even doing one thing a day completely drains me.
How to find motivation to do work?
I haven't gotten any motivation to do any of my work.
How can I stop procrastination?
I haven't been doing my dual enrollment work. I have no motivation to do it at all. But in other classes, I can do the work just fine.
How do I balance school work and mental health?
Teachers keep on assigning work and I feel like Im slowly falling more behind. I have a few diagnosed mental health issues and Im fighting for my life in normal classes.
Should I just give up? What should I do I am lost and hurt?
I don’t know what to do anymore. I’ve always tried to stay positive, but lately, it’s hard. I’m supposed to go to Canada and study, but everything feels pointless because my parents are always pushing me in a direction I don’t want to go. They want me to be a doctor, but that’s not what I want at all. I’ve always been pushed aside when it comes to my studies, ignored and left to do chores while my siblings get the support they need. Now, I don’t even know how I’ll make it in life when they’ve never let me pursue anything I care about. I love music, singing, writing my own songs, and creating melodies. But my parents are completely against it, and every time I try to even think about pursuing music, they shut it down. The only people who understand are my siblings, but even they can’t change anything. I love K-pop, and for the first time, I want to be an idol. I want to create my own name, my own brand, but that dream feels so far away when everything around me tells me it’s impossible. I’ve even thought of a name for myself in the K-pop world, and my siblings encourage me, but it feels like nothing matters when my parents refuse to let me be who I really am. I was homeschooled, barely went to school, and now I’m just stuck. My mom says I can take accelerated schooling, but I’m not sure how any of that will help me get closer to what I truly want. How can I pursue something I love when my own family holds me back? It’s like I have no freedom. I can’t make my own decisions, and even though I’ve found some strength in my friend—who helped me realize my potential and motivated me to keep going—it’s hard to see the point when every day feels like a struggle to be heard. I’ve felt hopeless for so long now. I even thought about giving up, but I’m still here, stuck between what I really want and what everyone else expects from me. I want to be an idol, but how can I do that when I can’t even make my own choices? My parents never cared about what I wanted, and I feel like I’m too lost to find a way out. I don’t know how much longer I can keep going like this, but I don’t know what else to do.
What made you guys choose the career you chose? What motivated you to continue to strive towards that goal and why do you still do it to this day?
I'm currently 17 and I will be heading into the neuromuscular system field(Neuroscience) to pursue my life long dream job of being a neurosurgeon so I can save lives.
How can I achieve my dream?
Im lynn in grade 11 . I would like to be an accountant when I grow up. I also love reading storybooks .I will appreciate if I get an advice concerning my career
I'm never motivated to do my sport, and I feel dread for trainings. Should I quit?
I've been swimming since I was 6 or 7, and I'm only a little bit better than others my age. I never feel motivated to train, and I constantly miss practice. I only swim the events I know I can do in meets, and I improve very slowly. I don't get much sleep, and I get slightly above average grades. Does anyone have advice on motivation and/or when I should quit?
How can I always have to motivation to keep on learning?
How can I always have the motivation to learn, to continue coding and other stuffs, I don't have the motivation to keep on moving, I'm just tired of everything
How to achieve my goal utilizing my strengths and hobbies?
If my strengths are helping others and active listening and my hobbies is reading and modeling then what types of career or industries might best fit me? What other strengths or experiences might I need for the suggested careers or even my nursing career I want to pursue in the future?
How do I stay motivated with my work?
I have a lot of work and I push it off until last minute because I have no motivation to complete it and I'd rather do something else.
Where to find motivation and zest for learning?
Over the past month, my motivation has totally disappeared. It just hit me out of nowhere and I have no idea why. When I try to study, I don't even want to open my books. I just feel completely drained of energy. How to overcome this learning block?
How can I get over this lack of motiviation?
I know I have interests, there's a section of my room dedicated towards things I truly know I care about. Guitar, Piano, Cameras, microphones for when I sing to record and my drawing tablet. But I can't bring myself to actually get up and practice - or if I do, I give up quickly. People say "you won't always feel like doing what you need too" or "find a job you love so you have a reason to get up everyday" but what if i struggle to even make it to that step? I can't find a reason to get up everyday - I just stare at the instruments and camera collecting dust - and feel guilty. Guilty that I have access to such tools that kids my age would kill to have - yet I can't find any passion, any motivation to try. Younger me loved being on the stage - playing piano, dancing etc. etc. but I just feel like no one is there to see my growth. I feel alone, and that might be why I don't try. I don't know if this is because my parents are unsupportive - practically my dad reminding me that it is "too late" for me to try and learn anything new. He's a harsh man, so maybe that could be a reason? I do have a therapist, if that is important - but it seems like no one understands what I have to say and I've been like this for the past three years. Does anyone else relate to this? How did you get over this hurdle?
What should I stay away from if I want to be more self disaplined?
for instance YouTubers certain foods serten ways of thinking and so and so forth and so on how should I think mentally. I am a sophmore in highschool btw
What YouTubers should I watch to become more motivated ?
I am a sophomore in highschool and I am trying to create a healthy mindset. I am trying to create disapline within myself and more self respect towards myself and others
What are the best ways to stay motivated when you feel yourself slowing down?
I would like to know some tips on how others are truly able to keep going and working towards their goal.