Help me with work aversion

The Emperor's Lounge
#1

Hello everyone! I have a peculiar problem which is messing up with my life, and I’d like to hear everyone’s input about it

Whenever I work on my own projects, I have zero problems with enthusiasm, motivation and productivity. But as soon as I have one of such projects as “work” - my enthusiasm, enjoyment and productivity are dropping to zero lol

And it’s not that the work is boring - I’m literally talking about the projects I’d like to do myself. Yet, as soon as there’s an agreement, responsibility, deadlines and payments, I’m suffering lol

And I don’t feel any fear of responsibility or anything (at least I’m not sensing any) so I have no idea what exactly is my problem, hence asking for help

I’m running EOG1 + GLM so I guess this thread is the manifestation of anti recon + financial healing lol

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Aurum Deus (GLM + EOG)
#2

Have you consistently taken projects to fruition in the past?

i.e. Finish what you started?

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#3

I have

#4

Then you just have an issue with either

Perfectionism / Pressure (a deadline)

Either case, Emperor Executive will help

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#5

Honestly, EE should help wonderfully for this exact situation.

I can attest to this. The only downside you’ll have is the lack of energy most of the time. This is being “Patched” soon.

I recommend looking into it.

However, if you’re looking for a system to help yourself. Try do a reward system, based on the work you’re doing you give something the equal size to yourself.

This will make you do the task at hand while motivating you to do it until you get the reward.

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#6

Not quite sure what you mean? Is it just recon from E:E? Or how does it manifest?

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#7

I agree, EE is the most straightforward answer for this.

I’ve tried many subs with productivity tag in it, none are as good as EE.
The update is that good.

If you have productivity problem, use the productivity sub.

For the possible lack of energy, microloops.
The new update is near, take your time.

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#8

Thanks for everyone’s responses! I’ll try E:E

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#9

It’s a recon side effect, even with micro loops you will feel it.

Another thing I’ve personally experienced and some other people have also is Anger when deadline/task aren’t completed on a specific timeframe etc.

Which is why it’s getting a rework of sorts now.

However, you can negate most of these recons with proper management.

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#10

Find your tribe—people who share your passions, whether it’s sports, hobbies, or even relationships. I once had a scuba diving friend who, according to an expert, struggled with work aversion. She also happened to admire me, so I invited her to join my dives and take part in our coral restoration program. Over time, she became deeply engaged in the conservation work—it gave her purpose and joy.

The key is to make yourself useful. Get a planner, set meaningful goals, and take action. Cross off each task as you complete it. Progress builds momentum, and momentum builds confidence.

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