found out I had two projects killed in the late stages today. in the same conversation I found out I'll be working all weekend on an emergency brief.

how do you stay motivated and not defeated, for real though?

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Not sure if this will hurt or help. But, you should realize it’s not about you or your work. It sounds like you’re at the whim of your leaders. I’d suggest letting go if you value where you work or looking for work elsewhere if you don’t.

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it does help, thank you

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