An important thing to keep in mind is to do what works for you without hurting others.

Seriously, it's so simple that it's easy to overlook. There are so many systems, methods, techniques available to try. Not all of them will work for you in a given time or situation, so just have them in your toolbox and pull out what you need. It helps to take notes on what worked and what didn't and why. The important thing is to lean into what works.

Also a note about motivation: 1) It is a good fuel that comes in lots of different styles, and 2) Will rarely get you all the way to any goal. You need lots of different fuels to burn in your engine of achievement: discipline, rewards, reminders, friends and family, habits, kicking yourself just enough to get up and try again (but not enough to feel like an awful person), taking a break, schedules, etc. These are all more tools in your toolbox, more ways to find what works for you.

Edited for grammar.