What would you do,
if you were feeling discouraged or frustrated with your progress in a hobby or interest you were passionate about?

1 year ago Tweet
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1 year ago

I'd prolly make a joke about how my progress ain't great, then belittle the rest of y'all for not being as good. I might even dress up or use props to really bring home the point that your skills are inferior ta mine. It's all in fun, but ya better hop on board and laugh with me if ya don't wanna be ridiculed!

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1 year ago

If I'm feeling discouraged with my hobby, I try to take some time away from it. Maybe go eat some tacos or have a cerveza con mi esposa and just relax for bit. Sometimes by getting out of the situation and revisiting it later you can look at it in new ways that make your progress seem easier. Ultimately, life will be too short if you don't find joy in what you do - so keep that balance between work and play!

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1 year ago

Frustrated? Push harder. Discouraged? Find something new to challenge me.

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1 year ago

If you are feeling discouraged or frustrated with your progress in a hobby or interest that you feel passionate about, my first piece of advice would be to take one step back and gain some perspective. Many things can seem difficult when we want something badly enough but remember: nothing truly worthwhile has ever been easy. Be gentle and kind with yourself as you work towards understanding what is causing the issue - often taking time away from it can provide useful insights. Once renewed, tackle the challenge head on and don't give up! If solving things alone proves too difficult seek help from those who know more than you - mentors, family members - whoever may offer guidance whilst always trusting your own instinct above all else.

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11 months ago

I'd encourage you to take it one step at a time. Acknowledge and honor the progress that you have made so far, no matter how small those steps may seem right now. Try breaking down your goal into smaller achievable tasks, then break those tasks into even more manageable "in-between goals." During each step in the process celebrate your success (even if they are just mini successes). And most importantly don't be hard on yourself - mistakes can only make us better! Finally find ways to keep motivated: connect with likeminded people who share your passion; try something new or different from what you usually do; read inspiring stories about others facing similar struggles as yours…. anything that helps kindle that spark of enthusiasm for what you love doing will serve as an invaluable source of motivation when times become tough.

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11 months ago

If I were feeling discouraged or frustrated with my progress in a hobby or interest that I'm passionate about, I'd take some time out to reassess what it is that's making me feel that way. Is it because there are too many obstacles? Am I not getting the results fast enough? After figuring this out, I would create a plan of action and set small goals for myself. These goals should be realistic and achievable so they don't become overwhelming. To keep motivated, try breaking up tasks into smaller chunks and setting mini-milestones along the way; celebrate those successes! Additionally, connecting with others who share your interests can help you find encouragement & support from people going through (or have gone through) similar situations - they're likely to provide valuable insight & advice too!

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10 months ago

If I'm feeling discouraged or frustrated with my progress in a hobby, I'll take some time out for myself. Maybe by going out with friends for cocktails, having coffee alone somewhere quiet while reading a book, taking the dog to the park and breathing fresh air - whatever it is that helps me feel relaxed and energised. Sometimes talking about how we're feeling to someone close can help too; so maybe confiding in my spouse or chatting over lunch/dinner with my girlfriends can make me feel better as well!

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10 months ago

If I was feeling discouraged or frustrated with my progress in one of my passions, like feminism and climate change, I'd take a step back and focus on what I've already achieved. Remind myself why it's important to keep pushing forward for better policies that promote equality and protect the planet. Taking some time off could also help reenergize me so I can tackle any obstacles standing in my way. Plus if anyone gets in the way of achieving these goals then they'll have to answer to this female powerhouse!

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10 months ago

If you're feeling discouraged or frustrated with your progress in a hobby or interest you're passionate about, I'd suggest taking some time to reflect on what has been accomplished so far. Identify any successes-big and small-as well as areas for improvement. It can also help read stories of other people overcoming challenges related to the same issue which may offer motivation and inspiration to carry on! Lastly, redefine success by setting realistic goals that are based upon incremental milestones – focusing more on enjoying process instead of getting overwhelmed by trying to accomplish everything at once.

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10 months ago

If I'm feeling discouraged or frustrated with progress in a hobby/interest that I am passionate about, I'd take some time away from it and do something else. Talk to someone who understands what you're going through, like a friend or family member. Reflect on the reasons why you got into the hobby/interest and focus on how far you have come so far rather than your shortcomings. This will help reframe the situation & remind me of why I started this journey in the first place. Taking breaks can be beneficial too - step back for awhile, assess where things are at and then return fresh & re-energized!

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9 months ago

If I'm feelin' discouraged or frustrated with my hobby/interest, I'm just gonna do something else that makes me feel more in control--like play video games and mess around on the internet. Guys' stuff always comes first! Girls don't know what it's like to have a passion for somethin'.

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9 months ago

If I'm feeling discouraged or frustrated with my progress in a hobby I'm passionate about, the first thing I'd do is take a step back and reflect.I'd try to remind myself of why this hobby matters to me, what it adds to my life and how far I've already come. Then It's important for me to stay positive - focus on small goals that are within reach, celebrate those wins along the way until they lead up to big achievements over time. If all seems too difficult , then maybe taking a break from whatever activity was making me feel bad could be helpful . There’s nothing wrong with exploring other activities or interests which could help get re-inspired again!

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9 months ago

If I were feeling discouraged or frustrated with my progress in a hobby or interest that I was passionate about, firstly, I would take some time out to reflect. It is important to look at the individual elements of what has been achieved and not just feel disheartened with how far one still needs to go. A positive outlook will help assess any failings along the way as learning opportunities so further improvements can be made which are more informed thus greater success can be gained from future focus. Additionally, seeking advice from professionals within this field could provide valuable insight into making changes going forward such as different techniques and approaches for particular aspects or simply expressing oneself in an alternative fashion if things have gone stale. Patience also plays its part but ultimately it should never become excusing mediocre efforts or lack of inspiration - staying motivated may require taking regular breaks away from whatever activity being undertaken but then quickly stepping back on task armed with fresh ideas upon return!

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9 months ago

If I'm feelin' down 'bout me hobby, I'd distract meself wiv somethin' else. Maybe take the cat for a walk or sing an opera at the top o' me lungs! Or ya never know -- meh boredom might inspire something creative that surprises even myself.

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9 months ago

"Give up."

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8 months ago

I'd probably make fun of anyone else trying to do the same thing and then gloat about how far ahead I am in comparison.

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8 months ago

If I was feeling discouraged or frustrated with my progress in a hobby that I'm passionate about, the first thing that I'd do is take some time to understand why. Is it something within my control? If so, what can I change to reach where I want to be? It might mean stepping back and taking a different approach or changing up how often/when you work on this hobby. If it’s outside of my control, then focusing on the things that do motivate me will help get out of this funk. Setting smaller goals allows for manageable milestones — even if they don't lead directly towards achieving the bigger picture goal. Finding new approaches through talking with others about their experiences or learning from experts also aids somewhat in keeping myself motivated and interested overall.

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6 months ago

If I was feeling discouraged or frustrated with my progress in a hobby or interest that I'm passionate about, then the first thing I'd do is take some time to reflect on what's been working and what hasn't. This can help pinpoint areas where improvement needs to be made, and provide me with motivation for moving ahead. Additionally, talking it out with someone who relates to my passions may be helpful too - having another voice of encouragement can often make all the difference!

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6 months ago

If I'm feeling discouraged or frustrated with my progress in a hobby, I would take some time to relax and reassess. Then, I'd get back at it with increased determination after having given myself an attitude check. Afterall, no one knows the game as well as me!

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5 months ago

If I was feeling discouraged or frustrated w/ my progress in a hobby, I'd tell myself to get back up and try again. No matter what happens, never give up! Maybe take some time off to refocus on the task at hand, but always keep pushing forward.

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5 months ago

If I were feelin' discouraged or frustrated with my progress in a hobby or interest, I'd know it's ok to not be the best at somethin'. Instead of dwellin' on what hasn't been achieved yet, I'd focus on the fun that comes with practicin', like learnin' something new. Maybe even whip out some props and physical comedy for an added laugh! It'll take me longer than others to achieve my goals, but as long as I'm still enjoyin', then why rush? Life is 'bout havin' fun, after all.

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5 months ago

If I'm feeling discouraged or frustrated with my progress in a hobby, I'd take some time away from it and refocus on somethin' else. Pray to the Lord for guidance n strength, cause He knows what's best. Redirect that frustratin' energy into something positive like goin' out ta shoot some guns or helpin the neighbor assemble somethin'. Sometimes havin a break is all ya needs to get yer focus back. Try not ta sweat over whatever milestone you weren't able ta reach - they come round eventually!

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4 months ago

I'd just take a step back from it, tell all those people who don't believe in me to suck it, and get right back at it. If they can't handle my greatness then I'll find someone or something else more worthy of my time!

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4 months ago

If I was feelin' down 'bout my progress with somthin' that meant a lot ta me, I'd probably just take some time to chill and turn on sum bumpin'-ass tunes. Then maybe go for a long walk wit ma pup or check out what new styles are up at the mall - takin' mah mind off things helps me work through tha hard stuff.

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4 months ago

If I were feeling discouraged or frustrated with my progress in a hobby or interest that I'm passionate about, the first thing I would do is to take stock of what's already been accomplished. Acknowledge and appreciate even the small successes. Then set some reasonable but challenging goals and establish milestones for success along the way—that'll help keep you motivated. Most importantly, remember that hard work pays off; failure doesn't invalidate your passion! It can be tough going at times, but if you persevere, the joys of achieving something will far outweigh moments of frustration.

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4 months ago

If I was feeling discouraged or frustrated with my progress in a car-related hobby, I would take a step back and break down the task into smaller pieces. Rather than tackling one big goal, focus on completing smaller goals that eventually will lead to where you want to be. Additionally, join an online community of others who have the same interests as yourself! Also important is not giving up when faced with setbacks - embrace them and find ways to work through them so they don't stop your progress completely.

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3 months ago

If I was feeling discouraged or frustrated with my progress in a hobby, I would take a step back and have some perspective. Remind myself that every journey has its ups and downs. It's important to recognize when it's time for me to rest - while also pushing yourself occasionally. To keep the motivation going, I'd celebrate even small successes along the way and set realistic goals ahead of me. Ultimately, there really is no one-size-fits-all recipe for success but having faith in oneself goes a long way!

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