Losing my drive?

[JaredPointer]

It seems here lately like I am losing my drive/desire for detailing. I've never been a professional, although I do some "customer" vehicles. I generally do it for the fun of it and for the reward of a pristine looking vehicle. Anyone else get this feeling? I had a four day weekend, with wonderful weather and did not once attempt to try and clean up my rides. I just didn't have it in me.

[Poorboy]

Originally Posted by JaredPointer

It seems here lately like I am losing my drive/desire for detailing. I've never been a professional, although I do some "customer" vehicles. I generally do it for the fun of it and for the reward of a pristine looking vehicle. Anyone else get this feeling? I had a four day weekend, with wonderful weather and did not once attempt to try and clean up my rides. I just didn't have it in me.

Jared it's not unusual especially after the birth of a child and the time and lack of sleep that comes with the new life style

[Beemerboy]

We all hit the wall once in a while, not just in detailing....summers on the way and you will get back on track as it dose

[MagicCity33]

I truly understand but for me the pollen kills me. I hate cleaning with a mask on and when I snatch the mask off I always get to sniffling and sneezing. I started for the love of a shiney vehicle now it is becoming a necessary income do to the cost of living increasing. Last Saturday I had to drag myself out of bed to get to my client's home.

I truly feel ya man!

[Stephan]

I hear you and know how you feel, although I think it maybe different for us in the true winter areas that can't detail or really clean our cars because of the weather and or cold conditions.

But even I saw my car today and it needs a wash badly, I just don't feel like doing it...

[Scott P]

It happens eventually. I often find excuses to not do it. Things like "It's going to rain tomorrow" or "The road is wet from the rain yesterday." It's even worse now during pollen season. I want my car too look clan, but I know it will be covered in pollen an hour after I wash, dry and quick detail it.

You'll even find a slot for detailing into your schedule and life. You probably just need a break.

[9D4E420]

Originally Posted by Poorboy

Jared it's not unusual especially after the birth of a child and the time and lack of sleep that comes with the new life style

JP, I have to agree with Steve on this one. You probably have alot on your plate right now with your family, etc. Every once in a while I feel how you do and there is always tons of other concerns on my mind. It will pass over soon and you can get back out there. I definitely wouldn't say you are loosing your drive. Take it easy and get back out there when the mood hits you.

[Poorboy]

Try it with twins.. you'll not only lose that drive but

[cwcad]

Hang in there, Jared. Everyone hits a low time. Guilt is not a very good motivator. Believe me...I know. I went close to 9 months not doing anything on my truck. Eventually pride will take control and your energy will improve. Just do not be hard on yourself.

[IbisA4]

Everyone has that sometimes. I went through a rough time with a few deaths in the family and a surgery. I let my cars get so bad, I was ashamed of them. I started out again slowly, and before I knew it, I was having to be dragged out of the garage again to eat. It will comeback. Just give it some time.

[Scott P]

Maybe they can make a pill and call it Waxagra.

[rabbi]

Jared, I'm right there with ya man. I just don't feel like it. I've had a PC now for over a year and the only time it's been out of the box is when I first got it.I've got plenty of pads and prods. but not plenty of drive.I'm .

[joyriide1113]

Originally Posted by Scott P

Maybe they can make a pill and call it Waxagra.

You WIN!

[jaybs02]

We all get that way Jared, take a break for a while, there will be something out there to polish when you are ready...Like every else pointed out you got a lot going on right now wait till your little one is looking to help, you won't be able to get out there enough.

"J"

[Clean Dean]

JaredPointer,

I never lose my drive when detailing for customers who appreciates the end results, and is willing to fairly compensate for one's knowledge and skill. On the other hand, I can be downright rude, when I get a call from a "potential customer" who wants their 5 year old pig restored back to showroom condition for $150.

It seems here lately like I am losing my drive/desire for detailing. I've never been a professional, although I do some "customer" vehicles. I generally do it for the fun of it and for the reward of a pristine looking vehicle. Anyone else get this feeling? I had a four day weekend, with wonderful weather and did not once attempt to try and clean up my rides. I just didn't have it in me.

I have been on this forum for quite a while, and have read many of your post. You ARE a professional, and I would not hesitate to refer you to anyone I know. Life is crazy, keep things in perspective. Take a break if you need it. I was probably the most passionite drug free bodybuilder on the planet 10 years ago. I took a 10 year break, and will be back on stage bigger an better than ever on April 19. maybe you need to take a breather, but don't take 10 years !!! I'll come looking for you.