Why we fail to motivate ourselves

Two factors contribute to a lack of motivation.

• Lack of drive. The object of our goals may just not be worthwhile.
• Pain from progress. Something might be in the way of our progress. It may be fears, but most often, it is drudgery, effort or boredom.

The two factors can work separately. We may have a few problems but little drive and thus don't move ahead. Or our goal could be very desirous, but a proportionately large pain can hinder us from moving forward.