The Brick by Brick Broadcast with Olatunde Akinwunmi

EP 15: How to Stay Motivated When Growth Gets Boring


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Does your energy crash somewhere between week three and week six of a new goal? You aren't alone.We often start with "ginger and fire"—buying the planners and making the vision boards. But when the hype fades and the real work begins, motivation quietly disappears.In this episode of the Brick by Brick Broadcast, we break down the neuroscience behind why you lose drive and how to keep building when the excitement is gone.We explore why boredom isn't a sign of failure—it’s actually proof of neuroplasticity and growth. You’ll learn how to move from being a "Grinder" (who burns out) to a "Craftsman" (who finds rhythm).In this episode, you will learn:* The Dopamine Dip: What Stanford neuroscientists say about why novelty fades and how to handle the "repetition" phase.* The Stretch Season: How to survive the gap between starting and seeing results.* 3 Types of Builders: Are you the Quitter, The Grinder, or The Craftsman?.* 4 Quick Resets: Practical tools to re-anchor your identity and reward your reps.Resources Mentioned: 📄 Download the Free Micro Momentum Tracker: https://bit.ly/micromomentumtrackerUse this one-page sheet to log small wins and rewire your motivation.🏛️ Join the Sovereign Order of Vital Architects: https://bit.ly/vitalarchitectsApply to join a community of focused life architects building fulfilled lives.📩 Join the Drafting Table Newsletter: https://bit.ly/draftingtabledailyGet short, science-based insights to keep your growth alive.About the Host: I’m Olatunde Akinwunmi. Welcome to the Brick by Brick Broadcast, where we build a life that feels like you—one principle, one habit, and one brick at a time.#PersonalGrowth #MotivationScience #ProductivityTips #Burnout #GrowthMindset #BrickByBrick #OlatundeAkinwunmi

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