I almost gave up: Why you lose motivation (and how to get it back) | Episode 43 episode artwork

EPISODE · Mar 6, 2025 · 16 MIN

I almost gave up: Why you lose motivation (and how to get it back) | Episode 43

from FROM ZERO WITH ANUSHA KANNAN · host Anusha Ramesh Kannan

I almost gave up. Seriously. And if you’ve ever felt like your motivation just vanished—this episode is for you.Ever wonder why you start something so excited, only to lose steam halfway through? Turns out, motivation isn’t just about wanting it badly enough—it’s about how your brain works.In this episode, we’re breaking down:💛 The science of motivation—why dopamine controls your drive to act💛 Why willpower is a myth—and what actually works instead💛 How to stay motivated even when you don’t feel like it💛 The tiny brain hacks that help you push through self-doubt💛 What to do when you want to quit (but know you shouldn’t)If you’re tired of feeling stuck, unmotivated, or frustrated with yourself—this is your wake-up call. Let’s stop relying on “feeling like it” and start training our brains to stay driven.🎧 Hit play now & let’s get into it.Episode Resources and Links:✨ Share your thoughts on Instagram—tag me! @anusha_rameshkannan✨ Leave a review and let me know how this episode resonated.✨ Subscribe to my newsletter for more goal-setting insights and strategies: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.anushakannan.com/emaillist⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠✨Let’s connect! Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🎙️ About "The Pivot to Balance" Podcast:Life pulls us in every direction, but balance doesn’t have to be impossible. Join me as I explore goal-setting, personal growth, and mindset shifts through practical insights and real stories.Follow The Pivot to Balance Podcast for tips to help you recalibrate, focus, and thrive. I’ll see you on the other side. 🤎🍋Episodes every Thursday!! :)

I almost gave up. Seriously. And if you’ve ever felt like your motivation just vanished—this episode is for you.Ever wonder why you start something so excited, only to lose steam halfway through? Turns out, motivation isn’t just about wanting it badly enough—it’s about how your brain works.In this episode, we’re breaking down:💛 The science of motivation—why dopamine controls your drive to act💛 Why willpower is a myth—and what actually works instead💛 How to stay motivated even when you don’t feel like it💛 The tiny brain hacks that help you push through self-doubt💛 What to do when you want to quit (but know you shouldn’t)If you’re tired of feeling stuck, unmotivated, or frustrated with yourself—this is your wake-up call. Let’s stop relying on “feeling like it” and start training our brains to stay driven.🎧 Hit play now & let’s get into it.Episode Resources and Links:✨ Share your thoughts on Instagram—tag me! @anusha_rameshkannan✨ Leave a review and let me know how this episode resonated.✨ Subscribe to my newsletter for more goal-setting insights and strategies: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.anushakannan.com/emaillist⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠✨Let’s connect! Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🎙️ About "The Pivot to Balance" Podcast:Life pulls us in every direction, but balance doesn’t have to be impossible. Join me as I explore goal-setting, personal growth, and mindset shifts through practical insights and real stories.Follow The Pivot to Balance Podcast for tips to help you recalibrate, focus, and thrive. I’ll see you on the other side. 🤎🍋Episodes every Thursday!! :)

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