re: lack of player motivation :(

[xlaw]

Commitments are important to uphold. If you are uncertain that you can fulfill them, then perhaps it is best that you relinquish them. In addition to letting other people down, it's important to not let yourself down.

... I don't mean to lecture, though. I think... I can understand your feelings, when it comes to things like this. But I have faith that things will work out.