Why I Feel Like I Don’t Love What I Do Anymore (But I Actually Do)

I’ve been feeling off lately. The things I used to love doing? They don’t hit the same. The passion feels kinda dull, the motivation is low, and everything just seems... meh.

My brain immediately went, Oh no, am I losing myself?

But then I checked the calendar.

Yeah. I’m on my period.

When Passion Feels Distant

I’ve always been someone who puts my whole heart into what I do. My work isn’t just work—it’s personal, meaningful, and a reflection of who I am.

So when I wake up one day and suddenly don’t feel that spark, it freaks me out.

My brain immediately starts overthinking.

Am I losing myself? Am I falling behind? Does anything I do even matter? And because I feel things deeply, those thoughts hit hard.

But the truth is, I haven’t lost my passion. It’s still there. It’s just resting.

The Natural Cycle of Creativity

Some days, inspiration flows effortlessly.

Other days, even the simplest task feels impossible. And during my period, those low-energy days feel extra heavy.

But I’ve been here before. I’ve felt stuck, unmotivated, and unsure of myself. And every single time, I’ve come back to what I love.

What Helps Me Through It

Instead of forcing myself to push through, I’m trying to honor this phase. Here’s what actually helps:

• Letting myself rest – I don’t need to be productive 24/7 to prove anything.

• Romanticizing the slow days – A warm drink, soft music, journaling my feelings. Making the mehdays feel cozy instead of frustrating.

• Not believing every thought – Just because I feel disconnected doesn’t mean I actually am.

• Trusting the process – Passion doesn’t disappear. It ebbs and flows. And that’s okay.

I Still Love What I Do

I just don’t feel it as intensely right now. And that’s normal.

The connection will return. The spark will come back. It always does.

So instead of panicking, I’ll give myself space, be gentle with my mind, and remind myself.

this is just part of the sucessful process.