When You’re ‘Supposed To’ Feel Motivated – But Don’t

What do you do when you're 'supposed to' feel fresh spring motivation and renewed energy ... but don't?
Christi Hegstad April 30th, 2025

The birds are singing, the trees are budding, the daintiest flowers are blooming through the softening post-winter soil. Spring is in the air here in the midwest U.S., the time when seemingly everyone experiences renewed energy and fresh motivation. Which can feel super exciting for those who do … and particularly de-motivating for those who don’t.

If you find yourself in the latter camp – or even if you’re just needing a few ideas to uplift and refresh a bit – today’s article is for you. I’m sharing one of my favorite tools when it comes to personal growth, along with several practical, purposeful ideas stemming directly from it. Feel free to put this tool to use to help your next season be personally fulfilling, professionally rewarding, or whatever you most seek in this chapter of your life.

You can find the tool, step-by-step ideas, and examples in my Reading And Purpose newsletter. Subscribe today and enjoy the article!


Website Design by Happy Medium