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Episode 5: How to Find Your Passion in Life (Even if You Don’t Feel Passionate About Anything)

Episode 5: How to Find Your Passion In Life (Even if You Don’t Feel Passionate About Anything)

In this episode of the Life Sucks, Now What?!? podcast, Dr. Natalie addresses the issue of not feeling passionate about anything and not knowing where to begin finding fulfillment in life. She explores the idea that not everyone has a burning passion and that it’s okay to have likes and dislikes without a clear purpose. Dr. Natalie suggests a three-step process to exploring what your passion might be: separating what’s yours from what’s been conditioned, anchoring back to self-worth and self-care, and exploring through play to discover what you like and don’t like.

Keywords: passion, fulfillment, purpose, self-care, self-worth, play

Takeaways:

  • Not everyone has a burning passion, and it’s okay to have likes and dislikes without a clear purpose.
  • Separate what’s yours from what’s been conditioned by society, culture, and family.
  • Anchor back to self-worth and self-care, as taking care of yourself is essential for finding fulfillment.
  • Explore through play to discover what you like and don’t like, and stay curious about yourself.

DISCLAIMER: The content in this podcast and video is not a replacement for therapy and is not clinical, medical, or mental health treatment. Dr. Natalie Marr is a Licensed Psychologist in the state of Minnesota. Her work with ⁠NatalieMarrCounseling.com and all affiliate social media entities is educational and coaching based ONLY. She IS NOT offering therapeutic services of any kind on these mediums.

If you or someone you know is having a mental health crisis or having thoughts of suicide, please use the following crisis resources (this is not an exhaustive list of available resources):

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: ⁠⁠

https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ ⁠⁠

CALL 988

Crisis Text Line: ⁠ ⁠

https://www.crisistextline.org/ ⁠⁠

Text HOME to 741741

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Episode 4: Finding Motivation When Feeling Unmotivated

Ever thought to yourself “What is the trick to getting motivated when I am not motivated?” Or wondered how to start to introduce forms of self-care that gets you in that motivated mindset when you are feeling totally depleted? When feeling unmotivated, it can be challenging to start and follow through with tasks.

This episode of Life Sucks, Now What?!? explores strategies to get motivated and overcome demoralization, particularly in the context of job loss. The discussion focuses on the role of neurotransmitters like dopamine and serotonin in motivation and offers biohacks to boost these chemicals and get you started on the path to motivation again. The importance of engaging in creative activities aligned with one’s purpose and seeking social support is emphasized. It is also acknowledged that it is okay to grieve and acknowledge uncomfortable emotions while working towards moving forward.

Takeaways:

  • Anchor yourself to a motivating ‘why’ when feeling unmotivated
  • Engage in creative activities that align with your purpose to boost dopamine and serotonin
  • Seek social support and share your work with others
  • Acknowledge and process negative emotions while working towards moving forward

DISCLAIMER: The content in this podcast and video is not a replacement for therapy and is not clinical, medical, or mental health treatment. Dr. Natalie Marr is a Licensed Psychologist in the state of Minnesota. Her work with ⁠NatalieMarrCounseling.com and all affiliate social media entities is educational and coaching based ONLY. She IS NOT offering therapeutic services of any kind on these mediums.

If you or someone you know is having a mental health crisis or having thoughts of suicide, please use the following crisis resources (this is not an exhaustive list of available resources):

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: ⁠⁠

https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ ⁠⁠

CALL 988

Crisis Text Line: ⁠ ⁠

https://www.crisistextline.org/ ⁠⁠

Text HOME to 741741