Overcoming a Lack of Motivation

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[@LOWKEYDANGER]

I suffer in silence everyday challenging myself and remembering my purpose is all that has helped

[@stansdad1]

The hardest part is showing up. Once you get going on anything you can smash anything you put your mind to.

[@raywhatley2201]

This couldn't have been a better timed video for me. Thanks Pat.

[@markpotzick3253]

Thanks man! I appreciate that you keep it real. As a 27 year veteran Fire Lieutenant at 55 years old more often than not I don’t feel super excited to get after it. Thanks sharing your perspective- glad to know I’ll not the only one. At the end of the day, you’re right it’s Your choice I always say “You’re either going after what you want or making excuses for why your not going anywhere”

[@TOMG12XU]

"You wanna get through it, you BETTER get to it!". -Henry Rollins🔥

[@unmanzanaadia]

I love Les Stroud! What an inspiration. I always wanted to do what he did.

[@mo_mojave]

I hear this, Pat. I've had problems with a chronic illness over the past year that often leaves me fatigued and unable to do physical tasks. It was very demotivating to go from a healthy young guy to barely being able to clean the house or take a nice long walk. What sucks is just what you said, that the body is still pretty much fine, but the control center has some problems, faulty wiring I guess you could say. I've been pushing myself to increase my workouts bit by bit. Even something as simple as getting on an elliptical machine and putting the resistance up one setting higher than last time goes a long way. You have to see progress and make sure you're always doing whatever you can or else you'll feel sorry for yourself and get stuck in a spiral. I can't do as much physical stuff, but that means I can still study, read books, and work on some music. There's always another avenue to explore. Glad to hear you're still getting after it and I wish you well.

[@miguelcantu5146]

Thanks Mo… I’m somewhat stuck a bit further down that spiral myself. Your words make me feel like I can make a better effort to get back to it. It’s never going to be any easier or better than now….. Best brother ~. 🙏

[@mo_mojave]

@@miguelcantu5146 Damn right brother. The only moment that matters is the present one. And if you keep putting one foot in front of the other, then it doesn't matter where you started or where you end up, because you never gave up. Thats the most hardcore thing there is. Be well brother

[@AnyDayNow360]

Pat, I appreciate you sharing this. You are a hero and many of us are encouraged by. Great question by the viewer with an even better response. Thanks and may all have an awesome day!

[@NunyaBesnas]

Thanks Pat Mac. You’re a real motivator. Straight to the point no frills.

[@brody5563]

Had alot going on in life the past few months. It was nice to hear it again. Just keep swimming.

[@hogwildbowhunter]

Inspired - thank you!

[@robertellison2851]

The indiscretions of our youth follow us through time. Feel the same way, Dennis Leary has a tune” I’m an asshole” in it he says “Life Sucks get a fucking helmet”. Basically anyone who had been an athlete, or in the military carries pain, scars, tears, injuries, etc. builds character and tears you down. Your not alone Brother, 59 and have been in pain most of my adult life, to stubborn to give up. I admire and respect you for your service, honesty and bluntness. Stay strong and keep fighting. Corny and cliched but “ Do Not Go Gentle into That Dark Night”!🇺🇸

[@Modern_Warrior_School]

As with most things in life, we can't control our motivation levels, but how we choose to react to adversity is soley up to us. I have a few chronic health conditions and spent a long time hiding behind that excuse. But staying stagnant only fuels the flame. As you said, its about discipline and making self improvement habitual rather than something we only work on when we feel up to it. Remember, the only easy day was yesterday.

[@sergionatali3071]

Thanks Pat, I'm older than you and surely not so fit, we all have bad moments in life, come on Coach, and have a nice Sunday!

[@walkercustoms]

Thank you

[@Rockit-]

Yeah - totally understand, as an older person - I get it - been through huge injuries over the years and yeah, if I didnt do what I was supposed to do because i didnt feel like it - like training, I`d never get anything done - and thats when I train - when I dont feel like it - I get over it sooner than later - but man - sometimes - I gotta dig deep.

[@JamesonSharp]

Getsome!! 🤘Make it Habitual! 🏴‍☠️

[@mikejohnson2098]

Everyone needs a dude like Pat in their life.

[@eriklambert3809]

After everything in life(military, injuries, etc.) I got put down by GBS because of Covid. After 31 days in the hospital I came home with a new accessory, a wheelchair. This stiff is no joke. I still have zero feeling. Just all nerve stuff. And I do have an issue getting motivated or being around people. Or just having to burden my wife with having to get the wheelchair in and out. It sucks. But I'm pushing. And starting to get out more. But definitely mentally challenging

[@beenschmokin]

Mac is the Team Leader we all need. Great shirt! Black Sabbath 4 life.

[@canyoncajun]

Great advice, thank you!

[@Lester.M]

Well said!

[@Warrior1Spartan]

Tell yourself, "This has to get done, one way or another.", then hold yourself to that.

[@BlssedToBeFree]

I gotta go get some and I damn sure don’t feel like it. Thanks Pat, time to get off my ass and move!

[@SJM6791]

Growth and comfort rarely coexist. Simple philosophy and 100% true.

[@tvlpattillo1]

Live like no one else now, so you can live like no one else later.

[@DJake78]

Pat Mac you’re an inspiration💥. No joke.

[@00114d]

Let discipline carry you. Know your goals, be unyielding in your pursuit of them. No longer will mood be the guideline at that point.

[@justinscott7492]

Great message...veteran here with injuries and aches and pains. It's hard to get going all the time....but you just have to push through it. Pat, I make a product for firearms and would love your input on it. Is there a way to get one to you?

[@solitude731]

The only way to get over the pain is to lean into it.

[@milesrost6674]

"When you wake up in the morning, tell yourself: the people I deal with today will be meddling, ungrateful, arrogant, dishonest, jealous and surly. They are like this because they can't tell good from evil." - Marcus Aurelius

[@moneyball136]

True it's mind set. Your mind playing tricks on you. It happens to all of us every day. You have to just do something every rep count's.

[@reconshide]

Lack of motivation? More like lack of unmotivation!!! Ohhhhhh yeahhhhh👊🇺🇸👊

[@MrMLD1972]

👍🏾

[@MrHandyDad]

Is there any Ex-11B who is not living in pain in their 50s & 60s ??? Know that I snap crackle pop... LOL

[@dshepard05]

I’m growing out my beard like Pat’s

[@spiralout3942]

2:26 fuck yes lol

[@phillippearce9680]

👍

[@NCWoodlandRoamer]

Pat, please look into the carnivore diet and stop drinking alcohol. Give it a try and see feel the difference in your physical and mental health. Please sir!

[@oscarlamonte3148]

THANKS PAT!!💪🔥