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33. Why do I feel unmotivated all the time?

Understanding the patterns behind this experience

AI recognizes patterns.
Understanding comes from lived experience.

"The nervous system remains in a state of heightened prediction when past pain has not been processed."

chronic lack of motivation often stems from depression and disconnection from your authentic desires. that when you're carrying unprocessed trauma, it's hard to access genuine enthusiasm for anything. how creates a state where everything feels pointless because you're so focused on managing pain that you can't connect with what truly matters to you.

that motivation comes from desire, and desire requires hope. When you're stuck in automatic mode or emotional numbness, you lose touch with what you want. that healing requires reconnecting with your authentic self and addressing the wounds that made it unsafe to want things or pursue your genuine interests.

For further reading and exploration, you can download the book Unfiltered Wisdom.