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What does it mean?
Motivation is hard to keep when people around you are indifferent or selfish.
In plain terms
It is hard to stay motivated when others are apathetic.
What can you take from it?
Stay motivated despite the indifference of others.

Where it applies

  • activism
  • team leadership
  • personal goals

Putting it to work

  • find internal motivation
  • lead through apathy

Questions to consider

  • How do you stay motivated alone?
  • What causes apathy in others?

Another view

Prolonged apathy can eventually wear down even strong motivation.

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