how does everyone stay motivated while shiny hunting?

yes

I agree with @PokemiiAC cute name

is this the thing now?

BADGERS FOREVER

I listen to music a lot, and if it’s something like Masuda method or resetting for a legendary, I like to watch YouTube videos or other things to pass the time.

I've only shiny hunted a few times but an easy way to prevent you from going insane is to listen to something in the background, like music or a video