What motivates you?

Motivation has always been a mysterious force to me. Some days it feels like a roaring fire, pushing me forward with unstoppable energy. Other days, itβs barely a spark, and I need to search deep within myself to find it again.
When I think about what truly motivates me, I remember a time in my life when I almost gave up on writing. The words felt heavy, inspiration was missing, and doubts were louder than dreams. But then, I received a simple message from a reader who said, βYour words made me feel less alone today.β
That single sentence changed everything. It reminded me that motivation doesnβt always come from grand achievements or milestonesβit often comes from small moments of connection.
Since then, Iβve realized my motivation comes from three things:
Curiosity β I have an endless hunger to explore, to ask questions, and to turn thoughts into words. Writing allows me to wander through ideas and discover meaning.
Impact β Knowing that my words can reach someone, somewhere, and perhaps shift their perspective or brighten their dayβthat keeps me going even when I feel tired.
Growth β Every article, every story, every sentence written is a tiny step forward. Progress might be slow, but it is progress nonetheless, and that fuels my journey.
Motivation is not a constant flame; it flickers, it fades, but it never truly disappears. What keeps me moving is the belief that even my smallest effort today can create something meaningful tomorrow.
At the end of the day, my motivation is simply this: to write, to connect, and to keep growingβone word at a time.
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