E23: My motivation is gone
A letter-writer wonders how to maintain focus and motivation while navigating divorce and the sudden death of a dear friend.
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Dear Grief Guide,
I’ll get right to it: How does anyone get anything done while they’re grieving? I'm struggling so hard with grief hijacking my focus and motivation, especially during what is becoming a complex and painful divorce.
And just when I thought I was making progress and beginning to find my way again, I received devastating news that a friend I've been trying to reach all week passed away from an aneurysm. I’m absolutely crushed. Now, more than ever, it feels like I'm taking one step forward and two steps back. No, make it ten steps back.
No matter how hard I try, my motivation to do anything is gone. The emotional toll of divorce and the grief of losing a friend have left me feeling overwhelmed and drained. It's like I'm stuck in a fog, unable to see a way forward—much less begin to move in that direction.
In addition to struggling with focus and motivation, my sleep has been severely affected, making it even more difficult to cope with the challenges life throws my way. The constant exhaustion only adds to my sense of despair and hopelessness. Some days, I feel like I may never dig my way out of this hole.
I'm desperate for any advice or guidance on how to improve my focus, regain motivation, and get better sleep amidst the turmoil of divorce and grief. Any thoughts or suggestions you have would be greatly appreciated.
Sincerely,
Going Nowhere Fast
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