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From Struggle to Strength: How the Right Motivation Strategy Keeps Me Moving Forward

The Mindset That Powers Me Through Life’s Challenges

CJ. Helen
4 min readMar 8, 2025

I remember sitting in a café, staring at my laptop, feeling completely lost.

After finishing my degree, I was supposed to feel excited, but instead, I felt stuck. No clear path, no direction — just endless questions about what to do next.

With an arts degree in hand, I was drawn to the business world but had no idea how to make the transition. After months of research, I realized a master’s in business could be my stepping stone, opening doors to internships and career opportunities.

But the shift wasn’t easy. Studying full-time in a new field while working meant I had to put in twice the effort compared to those who already had a business degree.

That’s when I discovered something that would become my biggest motivator: the belief that the effort I put in today will shape the life I want tomorrow.

This mindset carried me through long nights of studying and tough workdays, reminding me that every challenge was an investment in my future.

Even now, as I continue to navigate my career, that belief still keeps me going when motivation fades.

CJ. Helen
CJ. Helen

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Digital nomad | Project & Program Manager with a love for exploring. Join my journey of thriving without burnout.

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