Thank you for sharing this. I don’t work for myself these days, but I’ve been there. I am, however, working on a side project and suffer too many of those same days/hours. Recently, I’ve learned a technique that is about stopping and evaluating the situation as neutral: I’m tired. I’m unmotivated. I’m freaking the fuck out. Ok. Now, what is actually happening?

I’m in my bed under the covers and don’t want to face my day. Remove the emotion. Remove the judgement. It means nothing to be under the covers, except I’m under the covers. Breathe. Shall I stay there or do one small thing that moves me in the direction of my dreams/goals? Whatever I choose is perfect. Choose. Without judgement. I’m just under the covers; I’m not a horrible person. I’m the same person at my desk working or walking the dog or under the covers. And suddenly, the weight is lifted. If I stay or if I go, it’s the same. Perfect.

Try it.