How do you stay motivated?

[LaterBloomer]

Great news about being able to take CLEPs. I'd forgotten that you were deployed, and that your situation was a little (!) bit different than what the rest of us were facing. While I've never taken a Straighterline course, my minimal study of economics leads me to think it's tough. Think of it like basic training. I played all sorts of mind games on myself when I had to march so I could get through it and not fall out and cry for my mommy. Get through it, and then get on to the enjoyable stuff. Good luck.