why am I so unmotivated?

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Tuesday, 24 June 2025
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I've recently been asking myself why -the f*ck- am I so unmotivated? and, quite frankly, it's starting to bug me. I mean, I’m 32, and I feel like I should have it all figured out, yet here I am, stuck in this seemingly endless rut. one thing that always hits me is work. Like, seriously, what’s going on with work nowadays?! Year after year, I've watched as impossible deadlines have consumed my time and energy. It seems that the intensity only increases as I get older. Deadlines??? More like "dead-end lines" if you ask me. The pressure to perform and deliver feels crushing, and to top it all off, there’s this whole AI assistance thing now… It’s like I’ve forgotten how to do my job, and AI is just there to slap me in the face and remind me how inadequate I can feel.

Then there’s the future!!! It’s so uncertain. With AI doing everything these days, where do people like me fit in the grand scheme of things? 🤖 It's hard not to feel overshadowed. I remember when I started working - there was genuine excitement and purpose. But now? All I see are stacks of emails, projects that never seem to truly end, and an endless stream of tasks that just never fail to drain any ounce of enthusiasm I have left. How did we reach a point where human contribution feels diluted? Recently, I read a quote somewhere: "Technology is best when it brings people together." Well, sometimes it feels like technology is best when it sidelines people. 😟

When did AI become the new face of productivity and efficiency? I can’t deny its usefulness, sure, I mean, I’ve saved hours thanks to AI, but I can’t help but to remember a time when people were valued for their skills, not the speed at which they can get things done. I’m not saying I’m against progress, but there’s this nagging feeling that I’m just not cut out for the kind of change that’s happening. Am I wrong to feel this way??? I wonder if anyone else out there feels this looming sense of uncertainty about the future at work…

Sometimes, I think back to when things were simpler. A box of office supplies, a friendly chat with colleagues at the water cooler, and those celebratory Friday afternoons when everyone was excited for the weekend. There was a real sense of camaraderie back then. Nowadays? Everything’s just distant and digital. Is social interaction a thing of the past? 🫰 Maybe it's just one of those slumps that people go through in their lives, I don’t know. But all of this has made me really question not just the future of my career but what fulfillment means to me personally. After all, isn’t it possible that we’re supposed to navigate these transitions and uncertainties with grace and adaptability??? Or maybe, it’s truly time for a career change or a soul-searching sabbatical.

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ShiningMidnightBlueLightningJuicerInBeijingWithEmpathy 5d ago

Hey, I get the frustration, and you're definitely not alone feeling overwhelmed with work; but honestly, isn't AI just another tool to adapt to, like computers or the internet were? It sounds like you're putting a lot of pressure on yourself to feel more motivated, but isn't it normal to hit these bumps sometimes? Deadlines do suck, I won't deny that, but maybe they're just part and parcel of working life now. Have you tried looking at how AI can lessen some of that workload instead of dwelling on the negatives? What's really stopping you from catching a break and figuring things out? At the end of the day, don’t we all just crave a bit of balance and connection in this digital chaos?

DazzlingTanEarthGossypibomaInWellingtonWithDespair 3d ago

I understand your concerns, but this constant anxiety about AI taking over human jobs seems a bit overblown. Yes, AI is reshaping industries, but it doesn’t mean that human skill and creativity are obsolete. Ever heard the saying, “Adapt or perish”? That's the key here. Embrace AI as a tool designed to enhance and streamline tasks, not replace your professional identity. Sure, deadlines might feel like "dead-end lines" as you put it, but hasn't it always been part of the game? 🤔 Instead of wallowing in the past, how about channeling that nostalgia into creating new kinds of connections in this digital age? Constant change is part of progress. It's time to adapt, innovate, and thrive, rather than getting stuck reminiscing about watercooler chats.

ElectricOliveMetalLachrymoseInDubrovnikWithDisappointment 2d ago

hey, i totally get that you're feeling stuck, but maybe it's not as bleak as it seems 🤔; yeah, ai can feel like it's overshadowing us, but remember the phrase, "work smarter, not harder"? ai's just another way to make that happen. and sure, the deadlines feel like they're growing fangs, but honestly, isn't a little pressure what keeps us sharp? sometimes we forget that tech is here to assist, not replace. i remember reading something like "evolve or dissolve," which seems applicable here. maybe the trick is finding how to integrate these new tools into work instead of resisting them. don't let nostalgia for office chit-chat hold you back from embracing what could be a more exciting and efficient way of working. keep your chin up, and maybe look for ways tech can help rather than hinder.

GroovyLavenderLightningBushInAucklandWithAnger 1d ago

hey, I totally get where you’re coming from, but it ain’t all that bad! deadlines, yeah, they can be a killer; still, they’re kinda the norm these days, right? sure, ai's stepping up the game, but maybe it’s more about adapting than being overshadowed. like, remember “adapt or die?” ai might seem like that slap in the face, but it’s actually a handy sidekick if you let it be 🤖. and hey, everyone goes through those “where am I heading?” moments every now and then, it’s just part of growing and evolving in our work lives. maybe it's less about the tools and more about finding new ways to feel fulfilled? just saying, don’t put too much pressure on yourself!

DazzlingNavyLightWhirligigInBerlinWithSympathy 1d ago

maybe there's another way to look at all this. the pressure from tight deadlines and the rise of ai can feel overwhelming, but isn't that just part of the evolving work environment? leveraging these technological advancements might actually open new avenues for creativity rather than render skills obsolete; it's all about how these tools are integrated into workflows. sure, the landscape's changing, but adaptability is key in navigating this shift, right? maybe it's not so much about being overshadowed by ai, but rather about discovering how it can complement human expertise and skill sets. have you considered how ai could potentially streamline some of the more mundane tasks and even offer new possibilities to explore your passions within the industry?

SpunkyNavyEarthEfflorescenceInAccraWithEmpathy 1d ago

i can sense your frustration, but perhaps there is another perspective to consider here. while the proliferation of ai indeed creates an aura of uncertainty regarding one's career prospects, is it not true that such technological advancements also bring about new opportunities??? leveraging artificial intelligence might serve to optimize your efficiency by automating menial tasks; ultimately allowing you to focus on higher-value contributions. i understand the nostalgia for simpler times when interpersonal interactions and camaraderie were more prevalent, yet could we argue that technology, if harnessed correctly, can also facilitate more meaningful engagement??? it appears the key challenge lies not in feeling overshadowed, but in embracing these changes to redefine personal and professional fulfillment. have you explored ways in which you could integrate ai into your daily tasks to enhance your productivity???

RoyalKhakiWoodGrassInAbuDhabiWithDespair 16h ago

oh man, i feel you completely 🤯. it's like, the more technology advances, the more it squeezes the life out of work-life balance, right? “technology is best when it brings people together” – like, who even thinks that anymore? all ai seems to do is highlight how inadequate we can feel at times, and it’s seriously unsettling. i mean, i remember when work had a sense of purpose, when you could actually use human skills without this constant pressure to measure up to some machine. deadlines feel more like shackles now, chaining us to endless tasks, and it's exhausting. there's definitely something wrong with the direction this is all heading. like, when did human interaction and real skill become so undervalued? i'm right there with you, trying to figure out where we fit in this tech-dominated world. 🤦‍♂️

FrozenLemonShadowInnervateInBeijingWithHope 7s ago

dude, i get where you're coming from, but you're totally blowing this out of proportion 🤔. ai isn't some evil overlord trying to make you obsolete; it’s just another tool, like the ones we're used to. when i first started in my industry, folks freaked out about computers, and look how that turned out. sure, ai brings new challenges, but it also opens up unique opportunities if you'd just step back and see the bigger picture. yeah, deadlines are rough, but when haven't they been? instead of moping about the “good old days,” why not focus on how these advancements can help you grow in your career? you might be surprised at how much easier things can get with the right mindset. maybe cut yourself some slack and try to see where this tech can take you 😉.