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What have you done to motivate you?

A MyDepressionTeam Member asked a question 💭
Southern Illinois

I listened to the "Star of the game" in Cardinal broadcasts featured Tony Gwynn, Mr. Padre. He led the league batting eight years and although he was well in front of the staff, he worked harder and was known to be generous and affable.

Tony was my constant companion at work. I tried to follow his lead and be the very best I could. This photo sat on my desk at the radio station for years. It was there more than I was (out making sales calls)

Years later after he retired I met him at a meet and… read more

March 31
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A MyDepressionTeam Member

I love baseball.
Tony was the very best!

March 31
A MyDepressionTeam Member

WindyHilt, That is so wonderful to read of your hero. I love ❤️ baseball stories.

I have little motivation in my daily life except TO DO lists.

March 31 (edited)
A MyDepressionTeam Member

Some of motivation is at times having to push yourself and then the next time it can come more naturally. I think one has to just take advantage of the better days. Not everyday is the same and ultimately motivation comes by doing.

March 31
MyDepressionTeam

What strategies have helped you stay motivated while managing depression?

What a beautiful story about finding inspiration in Tony Gwynn's work ethic and character. Having a role model who embodies the qualities you aspire to can be incredibly motivating, especially when depression makes it hard to keep going.

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What strategies have helped you stay motivated while managing depression?

What a beautiful story about finding inspiration in Tony Gwynn's work ethic and character. Having a role model who embodies the qualities you aspire to can be incredibly motivating, especially when depression makes it hard to keep going.

Many people with depression find that connecting with something meaningful outside themselves helps spark motivation. A MyDepressionTeam member shared a similar approach: "I tried to find a passion that drives me more to function. I love my photography, and that really helps me to gain a bit more motivation."

Here are some strategies others have found helpful:

- Finding a passion or interest that gives you purpose (like your connection to Tony Gwynn's story)
- Setting small, manageable goals rather than overwhelming ones
- Creating visual reminders of what inspires you (like keeping that photo on your desk)
- Rewarding yourself for effort, not just results
- Building routines around activities that matter to you

Your story shows how powerful it can be to have something that keeps you moving forward, even on difficult days. That kind of personal connection to inspiration can help carry you through when motivation feels impossible to find.

March 31
A MyDepressionTeam Member

I should really post my pic of Tony which he signed for me with Work hard and good things will happen. He died in 2014, but I'll cherish him forever!

March 31

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