Motivation is an emotional trait, not a data-based trait. 

The remedy for what you are experiencing when it comes to real estate investing or any other form of investing is to leave emotion out of the equation.This is not a hobby.

But, it can get emotional e,g, revenge over a disagreement, put others down so they can look good and be in the top 5, for fun, they simply don’t like this person, etc.

But it could be both emotionally and financially rewarding.

@Sam Young, you also have to understand that while in the commercial space, you can have emotions tied up, often time you are dealing with sophisticated buyers who understand all the expenses involved in running a property.  

Buying a an expensive "home" that you like is a poor decision and an emotional one, so we don't do that.

Keep your emotions out of it.

I wouldn't put some of my personal property into the WY holding LLC, as it may weaken your protection, a case could be made that the LLC is becoming your alter ego and piercing its veil.

Too many emotional entanglements.

It is never an emotional decision.