Sometimes take a break when I feel really down. Just need a breath of fresh air type of thing. Then just get back in and work. Maybe instead of working as hard on the site, I would just hang out here and help people.

That's me however, I know when I get to the end of my rope with something I just need a break, then get back at it the next day.

Matt, I have not seen anyone without one or more life challenges. They are common denominators that we handle differently. That you're COMPELLED to succeed is the energy you need to push forward and stop focusing on the challenges you highlighted. One of my mentors said, "What you focus on determines your achievements in life." While I think that statement is self-explanatory, I encourage you to focus in the reasons you must succeed. As I said to in a response to a post here, we'd be praying and chanting for your success. Take care.

I honestly can't answer your question, "How do you guys make yourselves work when you feel like this?" because the answer is different for everyone. You are not alone in feeling like you shouldn't even pay the WA membership fee and instead pay your bills. I am currently trying to figure out how to make this work in my finances, because I NEED this website right now.

I try to just think about how awesome it will be when I am finally working for myself and can set my own schedule, or how cool it will be when I can pay my bills and not even think about how, but just do it. I try to just stay positive (I know that sounds lame) but if I think of how long this will take, or how I'm not getting anything out of it (monetarily) right now I will never work.

I know it`s tough. No need to let it be so heavy. What I do is put in a couple hours just focused on ONE niche or site and do it to the best of my ability. Right before I start to get burnt out(emotionally vulnerable), I get up and go and do something I enjoy. This is a system I came up with while going through similar struggles. I suggest you give it a try.