We all from time to time get to a place where we don't feel persuaded to do something, and we feel low, uninspired, and unmotivated.
One of the main causes of discouragement is when our expectations get disappointed we then start to feel worn out, torn, and don't feel like going on. We get frustrated.
When we get discouraged we experience fear, anxiety, confusion, and sadness, we lack courage and confidence.
Some of the signs of discouragement are
- The unwillingness to accept new tasks
- You don't feel excited about what you are doing
- You don't see the impact of what you are doing
- You feel stuck and do not have any advancement opportunities
- You lose focus
To some people feeling discouraged feels like being depressed. Next time when you feel discouraged here are some techniques you can use to overcome it.
- Reflect on your values
- Help someone else
- Consider your goals
- Speak to others
- Focus on the work and not the rewards
- Look for a way forward
- Make a list
- Try a new project
- Find a new perspective
- Be proactive and not reactive
- Identify other influencing factors.
Join me this upcoming Wednesday on www.instagram.com/forerunnercounseling where I will be going into the details of dealing with discouragement.
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