Over achiever faces sudden lack of motivation

DEAR HARRIETTE: Growing up, I was always the over achiever. I got straight A's, ran track and took part in various extracurriculars, often leaving my siblings in the dust. My parents and family always admired my dedication and ambition, praising me whenever I achieved something new.

Now, however, it seems as though that same drive which took me to the top of my family has suddenly and inexplicably …