I feel you, last night I drank a sugar-free red bull after work, put on my sweat band, cracked my knuckles, and woke up drooling over my laptop just after midnight.
Be optimistic, but most of the time it’s not that easy to stay positive-nya. One way is to be patient, because with time your motivation will return. Sometimes you expect too much from your hobbies, and that leads to disappointment and discouragement. It’s better not to expect anything, whether someone is disappointed or not, it’s still your hobby. The ideal way is to turn that disillusionment into passion.
That's a tough question, friend. It is hard. Sometimes I feel down because nobody reads my story or cares about me. Sometimes I feel like quitting, but then I remember: Nobody's gonna write it down if I don't. For me, it isn't just a story anymore; it's the thing that keeps me going. I'm not saying you should do the same, but I can tell you this: Don't give up, and carry on. We're here for you.