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#70: How Do I Motivate Myself When I Can't Be Bothered? Summer Sessions no.2
Feeling unmotivated? Struggling to get started on tasks you know you need to do?
In the second episode of the Summer Sessions, we dive into the psychology of motivation and what to do when you just “can’t be bothered.” Whether you're facing burnout, procrastination, or low energy, you'll learn five evidence-based strategies to overcome mental blocks and take action—even when you’re not in the mood.
This is your practical guide to boosting motivation, breaking through resistance, and building momentum, one small step at a time.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✅ Why waiting to "feel motivated" is a trap - and what to do instead
✅ 5 proven strategies to kickstart action when you're stuck
✅ How to make overwhelming tasks feel manageable
✅ Why visualizing the process (not just the outcome) drives better results
✅ How your core values play a key role in increasing motivation
✅ A powerful mindset shift to break out of the motivation slump fast
Who This Episode Is For:
This episode is perfect for anyone who:
- Feels stuck in a rut
- Struggles with procrastination
- Wants to learn how to self-motivate on tough days
- Is interested in the psychology of motivation and behaviour change
Highlights Include:
1:34 Breaking down the motivation question
3:37 The wedding cake approach
5:33 Values and the drive system
10:03 The game-changer: action despite feelings
✨Find it hard to make those big life decisions? My new online course can help! ✨
If you want to build skills to make decisions with confidence and ditch the self doubt, join the waitlist now for early access and 10% off.
Tell us what you thought of this episode!
If overthinking and worry is draining you, start with my 30-minute mini course How to Stop Spiralling. It gives you the exact tools I teach clients to interrupt thought loops in real time.
If you want something for the moments you’re already anxious or overwhelmed, the Spiral Rescue Kit has guided audios and a printable SOS plan you can use anywhere.
→ Get both HERE (get £5 off when you buy both or gift it to a friend!)
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Subscribe to Dr Liz's YouTube channel
Follow Harley Clinical on Instagram
Follow Dr Liz White on TikTok
-> DISCLAIMER <-
The Hello Therapy podcast and the information provided by Dr Liz White (DClinPsy, CPsychol, AFBPsS, CSci, HCPC reg.), is solely intended for informational and educational purposes and does not constitute personalised advice. Please reach out to your GP or a mental health professional if you need support.
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By Dr Liz White - Clinical Psychologist & TherapistFeeling unmotivated? Struggling to get started on tasks you know you need to do?
In the second episode of the Summer Sessions, we dive into the psychology of motivation and what to do when you just “can’t be bothered.” Whether you're facing burnout, procrastination, or low energy, you'll learn five evidence-based strategies to overcome mental blocks and take action—even when you’re not in the mood.
This is your practical guide to boosting motivation, breaking through resistance, and building momentum, one small step at a time.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✅ Why waiting to "feel motivated" is a trap - and what to do instead
✅ 5 proven strategies to kickstart action when you're stuck
✅ How to make overwhelming tasks feel manageable
✅ Why visualizing the process (not just the outcome) drives better results
✅ How your core values play a key role in increasing motivation
✅ A powerful mindset shift to break out of the motivation slump fast
Who This Episode Is For:
This episode is perfect for anyone who:
- Feels stuck in a rut
- Struggles with procrastination
- Wants to learn how to self-motivate on tough days
- Is interested in the psychology of motivation and behaviour change
Highlights Include:
1:34 Breaking down the motivation question
3:37 The wedding cake approach
5:33 Values and the drive system
10:03 The game-changer: action despite feelings
✨Find it hard to make those big life decisions? My new online course can help! ✨
If you want to build skills to make decisions with confidence and ditch the self doubt, join the waitlist now for early access and 10% off.
Tell us what you thought of this episode!
If overthinking and worry is draining you, start with my 30-minute mini course How to Stop Spiralling. It gives you the exact tools I teach clients to interrupt thought loops in real time.
If you want something for the moments you’re already anxious or overwhelmed, the Spiral Rescue Kit has guided audios and a printable SOS plan you can use anywhere.
→ Get both HERE (get £5 off when you buy both or gift it to a friend!)
-> SOCIALS <-
Subscribe to Dr Liz's YouTube channel
Follow Harley Clinical on Instagram
Follow Dr Liz White on TikTok
-> DISCLAIMER <-
The Hello Therapy podcast and the information provided by Dr Liz White (DClinPsy, CPsychol, AFBPsS, CSci, HCPC reg.), is solely intended for informational and educational purposes and does not constitute personalised advice. Please reach out to your GP or a mental health professional if you need support.