#70: How Do I Motivate Myself When I Can't Be Bothered? Summer Sessions No.2 Hello Therapy: Mental Health Tips For Personal Growth podcast

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#70: How Do I Motivate Myself When I Can't Be Bothered? Summer Sessions no.2

8d ago 13:45

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Feeling unmotivated? Struggling to get started on tasks you know you need to do?

In the second episode of the Summer Sessions, we dive into the psychology of motivation and what to do when you just “can’t be bothered.” Whether you're facing burnout, procrastination, or low energy, you'll learn five evidence-based strategies to overcome mental blocks and take action—even when you’re not in the mood.

This is your practical guide to boosting motivation, breaking through resistance, and building momentum, one small step at a time.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✅ Why waiting to "feel motivated" is a trap - and what to do instead
✅ 5 proven strategies to kickstart action when you're stuck
✅ How to make overwhelming tasks feel manageable
✅ Why visualizing the process (not just the outcome) drives better results
✅ How your core values play a key role in increasing motivation
✅ A powerful mindset shift to break out of the motivation slump fast

Who This Episode Is For:
This episode is perfect for anyone who:

Feels stuck in a rut
Struggles with procrastination
Wants to learn how to self-motivate on tough days
Is interested in the psychology of motivation and behaviour change

Highlights Include:
1:34 Breaking down the motivation question
3:37 The wedding cake approach
5:33 Values and the drive system
10:03 The game-changer: action despite feelings

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Chapters

1. Welcome to Hello Therapy (00:00:00)

2. Breaking Down the Motivation Question (00:01:34)

3. The Wedding Cake Approach (00:03:37)

4. Values and the Drive System (00:05:33)

5. The Game-Changer: Action Despite Feelings (00:10:03)

6. Closing and Next Episode Preview (00:13:02)

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