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The original was posted on /r/getmotivated by /u/Glad-Room5715 on 2023-12-06 04:36:38+00:00.

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The original was posted on /r/getmotivated by /u/ImHereMe on 2023-12-06 02:17:27+00:00.

I feel very lost and still confused about what I want for myself and out of life in general. My biggest thing is I can’t decide on a career path, so my life feels like it lacks purpose. I remember being young and wanting to be an artist (a painter specifically) when I was in elementary school. I met my adoptive mother in 5th grade, and felt so inspired by her, that then I wanted to become a teacher. As I got into high school, I solidified that I wanted to be an English teacher, and right towards the end of high school, an English professor (since they made more and I didn’t have to focus on the discipline aspect of things). Then, bam, my adoptive mom crushes my dreams and makes it clear she doesn’t support the career path I was so eager to pursue. I then tried telling myself I should be a doctor or engineer, thinking it would make her happy. It didn’t, she provided no encouragement no matter what it was, and just made me feel more horrible about myself, and to be honest, wasn’t really interested in those fields. I then settled, at the time, on psychology, since I seemed to be more practical and gave me that analytical aspect I enjoyed in English literature, and opportunity to connect and help others. But I felt torn as I entered into university (transferred from a community college) on which I should choose; English or psychology. I felt like I was missing out on a very core part of myself by not being an English. But, I also questioned if I was making the best use of my natural talents and helping people like I wanted if I didn’t pursue psychology. That was around the age of 20. I kept trying to go back to school, but would then withdraw everytime—this has happened probably 10 times now since completing my A.A. During that time I was debating between those two degrees. After encouragement from an ex I was with at the time, I started a channel on YouTube revolving around beauty content, but overtime I just felt overwhelmed with the idea I might not ever be successful at it, and never get a stable career with it. At times, what I was doing felt inauthentic to want I wanted to do (on social media and with my day job). During that times also entertained getting into IT, but I couldn’t handle stress of help desk, and never stayed consistent with programming either to explore that path in full. I’ve been out of that relationship for over a year now, and thought about becoming an RBT, as a bit of a foot-in-the-door to psychology, and also give me a chance to do more meaningful work, and bump back up to a higher pay-grade. But I’ve been procrastinating, and questioning if I would even be good at the job. At the moment, I’m working at a call center full-time for Medicare plan. I generally like the content I’m learning and think I would be good at it, but I’m only getting paid $14 an hour currently, while also working part-time at a fast food place (making $15.50 an hour).

I’m 27 now and feel more confused than ever. I feel lost and like a failure. I still only have my associates degree in general studies. I was recently laid off back in August from my admission’s administrative job that was paying me $22 and hour, and was going to quit my fast-food job since I was going to have lower rent and could afford to, but that unfortunately didn’t work out like I planned. Which is why I’m now still working 2 jobs, with very abysmal pay from what I was making before. I don’t know what to do anymore. Should I just complete the RBT certification and try out the job? Look for a higher paying administrative job? Should I just go back to school for psychology and work towards becoming a mental health therapist (as soon as I can afford it)? Or just focus on getting better pay and reducing my working hours to give me more time re-evaluate things? I also want to add that I just got out of another relationship about a week ago or so, that was very toxic and off-and-on for 8 months (this was different relationship from what I mentioned earlier). I felt like I lost myself a lot, and felt more sure of my next steps prior to the last time we got back together, but now I’m here again and want to heal, but also want to make more active steps towards a career, but I feel stuck. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

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The original was posted on /r/getmotivated by /u/ImHereMe on 2023-12-06 02:17:27+00:00.

I feel very lost and still confused about what I want for myself and out of life in general. My biggest thing is I can’t decide on a career path, so my life feels like it lacks purpose. I remember being young and wanting to be an artist (a painter specifically) when I was in elementary school. I met my adoptive mother in 5th grade, and felt so inspired by her, that then I wanted to become a teacher. As I got into high school, I solidified that I wanted to be an English teacher, and right towards the end of high school, an English professor (since they made more and I didn’t have to focus on the discipline aspect of things). Then, bam, my adoptive mom crushes my dreams and makes it clear she doesn’t support the career path I was so eager to pursue. I then tried telling myself I should be a doctor or engineer, thinking it would make her happy. It didn’t, she provided no encouragement no matter what it was, and just made me feel more horrible about myself, and to be honest, wasn’t really interested in those fields. I then settled, at the time, on psychology, since I seemed to be more practical and gave me that analytical aspect I enjoyed in English literature, and opportunity to connect and help others. But I felt torn as I entered into university (transferred from a community college) on which I should choose; English or psychology. I felt like I was missing out on a very core part of myself by not being an English. But, I also questioned if I was making the best use of my natural talents and helping people like I wanted if I didn’t pursue psychology. That was around the age of 20. I kept trying to go back to school, but would then withdraw everytime—this has happened probably 10 times now since completing my A.A. During that time I was debating between those two degrees. After encouragement from an ex I was with at the time, I started a channel on YouTube revolving around beauty content, but overtime I just felt overwhelmed with the idea I might not ever be successful at it, and never get a stable career with it. At times, what I was doing felt inauthentic to want I wanted to do (on social media and with my day job). During that times also entertained getting into IT, but I couldn’t handle stress of help desk, and never stayed consistent with programming either to explore that path in full. I’ve been out of that relationship for over a year now, and thought about becoming an RBT, as a bit of a foot-in-the-door to psychology, and also give me a chance to do more meaningful work, and bump back up to a higher pay-grade. But I’ve been procrastinating, and questioning if I would even be good at the job. At the moment, I’m working at a call center full-time for Medicare plan. I generally like the content I’m learning and think I would be good at it, but I’m only getting paid $14 an hour currently, while also working part-time at a fast food place (making $15.50 an hour).

I’m 27 now and feel more confused than ever. I feel lost and like a failure. I still only have my associates degree in general studies. I was recently laid off back in August from my admission’s administrative job that was paying me $22 and hour, and was going to quit my fast-food job since I was going to have lower rent and could afford to, but that unfortunately didn’t work out like I planned. Which is why I’m now still working 2 jobs, with very abysmal pay from what I was making before. I don’t know what to do anymore. Should I just complete the RBT certification and try out the job? Look for a higher paying administrative job? Should I just go back to school for psychology and work towards becoming a mental health therapist (as soon as I can afford it)? Or just focus on getting better pay and reducing my working hours to give me more time re-evaluate things? I also want to add that I just got out of another relationship about a week ago or so, that was very toxic and off-and-on for 8 months (this was different relationship from what I mentioned earlier). I felt like I lost myself a lot, and felt more sure of my next steps prior to the last time we got back together, but now I’m here again and want to heal, but also want to make more active steps towards a career, but I feel stuck. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

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The original was posted on /r/getmotivated by /u/clydefrog88 on 2023-12-06 00:17:26+00:00.

I do NOTHING all day when I'm not at work. I just lay around reading stuff online for hours and hours. I have a gym membership but I haven't gone in over a year. My house is a wreck and I have tons of work I need to do for my job. I truly despise myself. I don't understand why I sabotage myself like this. Why do I do this????

EDITED TO ADD: Thank you everyone for your responses. I truly appreciate it. I also have a question: when it says "88 total shares," what does that mean? Does it mean my post it being shared with others somewhere? Thank you

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The original was posted on /r/getmotivated by /u/clydefrog88 on 2023-12-06 00:17:26+00:00.

I do NOTHING all day when I'm not at work. I just lay around reading stuff online for hours and hours. I have a gym membership but I haven't gone in over a year. My house is a wreck and I have tons of work I need to do for my job. I truly despise myself. I don't understand why I sabotage myself like this. Why do I do this????

EDITED TO ADD: Thank you everyone for your responses. I truly appreciate it. I also have a question: when it says "88 total shares," what does that mean? Does it mean my post it being shared with others somewhere? Thank you

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The original was posted on /r/getmotivated by /u/RuthlessBaba on 2023-12-05 23:34:34+00:00.

I am pretty much motivated towards the business I am starting but the motivation for it fades away when there is a downfall or anything negative in regards to business I am starting. I know that discipline is the answer to my questions but I need to feel motivated to achieve my self set targets, for that I always have two types of targets which is realistic and optimistic. But whenever I am motivated to do the work I work for about 10-12 hours straight on the project which is around 4 days a week but the rest of the days when I don't see any changes I feel like is it gonna workout or am I doing the right thing or not. I've researched about it a lot and according to me it is a very fruitful venture to invest my time in. For you to understand my situation is I WFH now but want to shift to to a communal workspace or a private office to get truly devoted to my work, all of this is to change the head space I am in while I work near my bed at my desk. I am very good with deadlines and all but that is when I have work pendency but in this venture I am starting the main work is client acquisition which has got to be done by me and requires extra effort on my part. But my final question to all of you is it the discipline that matters or motivation floats you strong enough to get that work done and to achieve your goals?

• The caption states what my answer is but what are your opinions on it. I'd like to know what other people think and how to combat it if anyone has ever faced this problem or hindrance in their line of work.

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The original was posted on /r/getmotivated by /u/RuthlessBaba on 2023-12-05 23:34:34+00:00.

I am pretty much motivated towards the business I am starting but the motivation for it fades away when there is a downfall or anything negative in regards to business I am starting. I know that discipline is the answer to my questions but I need to feel motivated to achieve my self set targets, for that I always have two types of targets which is realistic and optimistic. But whenever I am motivated to do the work I work for about 10-12 hours straight on the project which is around 4 days a week but the rest of the days when I don't see any changes I feel like is it gonna workout or am I doing the right thing or not. I've researched about it a lot and according to me it is a very fruitful venture to invest my time in. For you to understand my situation is I WFH now but want to shift to to a communal workspace or a private office to get truly devoted to my work, all of this is to change the head space I am in while I work near my bed at my desk. I am very good with deadlines and all but that is when I have work pendency but in this venture I am starting the main work is client acquisition which has got to be done by me and requires extra effort on my part. But my final question to all of you is it the discipline that matters or motivation floats you strong enough to get that work done and to achieve your goals?

• The caption states what my answer is but what are your opinions on it. I'd like to know what other people think and how to combat it if anyone has ever faced this problem or hindrance in their line of work.

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The original was posted on /r/getmotivated by /u/PackerSquirrelette on 2023-12-05 21:37:59+00:00.

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The original was posted on /r/getmotivated by /u/Significant_Ask_ on 2023-12-05 18:52:17+00:00.

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The original was posted on /r/getmotivated by /u/EnaGrimm on 2023-12-05 14:20:23+00:00.

For those who have the desire to improve themselves, but can't seem to make any progress, what do you think is probably holding them back?

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The original was posted on /r/getmotivated by /u/EnaGrimm on 2023-12-05 14:20:23+00:00.

For those who have the desire to improve themselves, but can't seem to make any progress, what do you think is probably holding them back?

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The original was posted on /r/getmotivated by /u/MJdigi_Mark on 2023-12-05 10:42:15+00:00.

Guess what, People don't have to believe in for you to succeed.

Just work hard, Show up and when you succeed

They will believe

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The original was posted on /r/getmotivated by /u/MJdigi_Mark on 2023-12-05 10:42:15+00:00.

Guess what, People don't have to believe in for you to succeed.

Just work hard, Show up and when you succeed

They will believe

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The original was posted on /r/getmotivated by /u/Pee_A_Poo on 2023-12-05 10:41:42+00:00.

Dad died recently. Mom became hysterical so had to go NC. Been working 50hr weeks and burnt out. Got fired by apathetic manager because of said burnout.

Have been on the job market for 1 months, went to several interviews and got 2 rejections for dream jobs. Got 2 more this week and am feeling extremely nervous.

Maybe I shouldn’t feel so desperate given my qualifications but I am terrified of losing my house and have to return to my home country and abusive family.

Anything to cheer me up?

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The original was posted on /r/getmotivated by /u/Pee_A_Poo on 2023-12-05 10:41:42+00:00.

Dad died recently. Mom became hysterical so had to go NC. Been working 50hr weeks and burnt out. Got fired by apathetic manager because of said burnout.

Have been on the job market for 1 months, went to several interviews and got 2 rejections for dream jobs. Got 2 more this week and am feeling extremely nervous.

Maybe I shouldn’t feel so desperate given my qualifications but I am terrified of losing my house and have to return to my home country and abusive family.

Anything to cheer me up?

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The original was posted on /r/getmotivated by /u/Glad-Room5715 on 2023-12-05 05:08:16+00:00.

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The original was posted on /r/getmotivated by /u/Glad-Room5715 on 2023-12-05 05:08:16+00:00.

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The original was posted on /r/getmotivated by /u/SnideOctopus on 2023-12-04 01:14:08+00:00.

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The original was posted on /r/getmotivated by /u/Chandan28 on 2023-12-05 02:15:54+00:00.

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The original was posted on /r/getmotivated by /u/iwilliamsanders on 2023-12-05 00:40:17+00:00.

I always tell myself “Just keep going”. When I start to think too much or worry about an outcome I always default to that phrase. How about you?

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The original was posted on /r/getmotivated by /u/D20-SpiceFoxPhilos on 2023-12-04 21:31:49+00:00.

I’ve lost direction and I don’t know where I want to be anymore. Home life has fallen apart and my friends have almost all moved on. I felt I was making progress, but for over a year now, nothing has changed other than my physical age. And I have been trying. Genuinely, I’ve put in a lot of effort this year. Jobs won’t call back, relationships just don’t happen, plans keep falling out, financial stability is barely there, and I have nowhere that I feel I can comfortably go.

I feel numb and lost.

I’m not expecting solutions, cause I know the answer will likely need to be an internal sense of drive and purpose, which I’m trying to work on. It’s just been a long year lol

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The original was posted on /r/getmotivated by /u/D20-SpiceFoxPhilos on 2023-12-04 21:31:49+00:00.

I’ve lost direction and I don’t know where I want to be anymore. Home life has fallen apart and my friends have almost all moved on. I felt I was making progress, but for over a year now, nothing has changed other than my physical age. And I have been trying. Genuinely, I’ve put in a lot of effort this year. Jobs won’t call back, relationships just don’t happen, plans keep falling out, financial stability is barely there, and I have nowhere that I feel I can comfortably go.

I feel numb and lost.

I’m not expecting solutions, cause I know the answer will likely need to be an internal sense of drive and purpose, which I’m trying to work on. It’s just been a long year lol

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The original was posted on /r/getmotivated by /u/Mayapaceybental on 2023-12-04 16:48:35+00:00.