The Worst Mistake A Psychologist Says Demotivated People Make

We’ve written before at HuffPost UK about how feeling “meh” all the time can be a sign of anhedonia or dysthymia. 

But according to psychologist Dr Bijal Chheda of Nos Curare, not feeling particularly motivated can be caused by a range of issues and conditions.

She said that demotivation is “one of the brain’s early responses to ongoing stress,” explaining, “As stress builds, the brain shifts into energy-saving mode, making focus and initiating tasks feel difficult, which can drain motivation.”

This can be common among those with ADHD, for instance, she added. 

While many of us may try to will ourselves out of these periods, the psychologist said this is a mistake. 

What should I do if I feel demotivated? 

Sometimes, Dr Chheda said, the stress and self-blame you feel about not being productive can, ironically, take a lot of energy. “Overwhelm and perfectionism” are common cul...