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How do you keep going?
How do you keep yourself going when in the midst of a complex, long-term project? Sustain motivation?
What if it is taking so much longer than you thought it would?
How do you keep going when the going gets tough?
What if you have to keep learning new skills every step of the way, and life slows you down?
Carrie and I are right there with you! It happens to all of us. Our motivation and energy can be hard to sustain over the long haul.