Motivation is the driving force that inspires someone to take action toward a goal or desired outcome. It is the internal or external factor that initiates and guides behavior.

Motivation is important in our lives because it helps us set and achieve goals, stay focused and engaged in activities, and make progress toward what we want to accomplish. Without motivation, people may become demotivated and lack direction in their lives, leading to feelings of apathy and dissatisfaction. Additionally, motivated individuals tend to be more productive, creative, and successful.

There are several factors that can cause a person to lose motivation, including:

• Lack of clear goals or purpose: Without clear goals or a sense of purpose, it can be difficult to stay motivated and focused.
• Lack of progress or success: When progress towards a goal is slow or non-existent, it can be demotivating.
• Negative self-talk: Negative thoughts and self-doubt can make it difficult to maintain motivation and confidence.
• Failure or setbacks: Experiencing failure or setbacks can lead to feelings of disappointment and discouragement.
• Stress and burnout: High-stress levels and burnout can make it difficult to maintain motivation and focus.
• Lack of support: Feeling unsupported by others can make it difficult to stay motivated and on track.
• Lack of interest or passion: If a person is not interested or passionate about a task, it will be hard for them to stay motivated.

Starting an online business can be a challenging but rewarding experience, however, there are several obstacles you may encounter that could potentially demotivate you, including:

1. Competition
2. Technical difficulties
3. Limited resources
4. Difficulty in acquiring customers
5. Difficulty in scaling the business
6. Marketing and advertising challenges
7. Difficulty in keeping up with the changing market trends
8. Legal and compliance challenges

It’s important to remember that starting an online business is not easy, especially for work from home businesses, and it’s normal to encounter obstacles and setbacks. However, by being aware of potential obstacles and developing strategies to overcome them, you can minimize the impact of demotivation on your progress. There are several things that can be done to keep oneself motivated even when facing obstacles. I made a list for myself and I call it my Motivation Board. (You can download and make your changes on my free template in CANVA. Sign-in is required)

There are many books available on motivation and goal-setting that can provide valuable insights and strategies for staying motivated and on track. Some popular titles include “The Power of Positive Thinking” by Norman Vincent Peale, “Think and Grow Rich” by Napoleon Hill, and “Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us” by Daniel Pink. But the book that helped me a lot is “Becoming Supernatural: How Common People Are Doing the Uncommon” by Dr. Joe Despensa. This book changed the way I used to think about my life and the way I used to run my business.