That word is my arch enemy. It is the sole thing that keeps me from improving myself. That feeling you get when you want to do something but never have the energy for it, or having the energy for it blazing inside you and not being able to release it, and by the time you finally can the feeling is gone. I have tried countless things in order to cure myself, and while some things have worked, every tip, technique, advice, and everything else has failed for me in one way or another. I just don't understand. I have forced myself to write/draw (the two things I find myself enjoying the most), but it only makes myself more stressed, and as I result my work looks horrid and makes my negative thoughts of my skills only become backed up. I've told my relatives to even lock up any distractions in my room, but that only results in myself sitting at my desk tapping my chin for hours. It's making myself think I'll never improve. I know thinking badly of myself will only make things worse, but I don't know what to do.

I've had difficulty with motivation too. Not just in my interests (such as writing), but in maintaining my physical fitness as well. Unfortunately, I'm not the best person to give you advice, but I just wanted to say I get where you're coming from. A group of members on this site actually helped me and gave me some great advice, and I hope you will get help as well.

That word is my arch enemy. It is the sole thing that keeps me from improving myself. That feeling you get when you want to do something but never have the energy for it, or having the energy for it blazing inside you and not being able to release it, and by the time you finally can the feeling is gone. I have tried countless things in order to cure myself, and while some things have worked, every tip, technique, advice, and everything else has failed for me in one way or another. I just don't understand. I have forced myself to write/draw (the two things I find myself enjoying the most), but it only makes myself more stressed, and as I result my work looks horrid and makes my negative thoughts of my skills only become backed up. I've told my relatives to even lock up any distractions in my room, but that only results in myself sitting at my desk tapping my chin for hours. It's making myself think I'll never improve. I know thinking badly of myself will only make things worse, but I don't know what to do.

 

 

That's the thing about motivation, really. You know you should do something, but you just can't.

 

The best cure I've found is inspiration to go with your motivation. Even if it's something silly, it usually helps more.

 

Don't try forcing yourself. If you're worried about not improving, a couple of guilt-free days would be more beneficial than forcing yourself.

 

I know you've probably tried these already, but I just wanted to mention them.

 

I've been there before, sometimes I still am.  There's no "key" or "instant advice" to get rid of the feeling, other than simply realizing that you're great the way you are, and if you enjoy what you do, you'll get even better. You'll improve your skills eventually, I believe in you. Just remember one thing. These bad feelings you have right now, they could last a lifetime if you don't just let it go.