Как преодолеть свою лень: Как побороть лень, апатию и усталость — 7 простых рецептов от эмоциональной комы

Как перестать лениться и начать жить: 15 способов победить лень

Говорят, лень – это двигатель прогресса и заложенный природой способ организма сберечь силы и отдохнуть от суеты. Но порой она так мешает достигать целей, поэтому предлагаем прочесть эффективные способы ее победить.

1. Определите настоящие причины лени

Часто за ленью и нежеланием что-то делать прячется глубокий внутренний конфликт. Важно понять почему вы сопротивляетесь и избегаете этой темы, и откладываете все на потом. Классический пример: если вам лень идти на работу, вы придумываете разные поводы туда не ходить, вероятно, вас не устраивает ваша работа, но вы боитесь в этом признаться, ведь как только вы сделаете это неприятное открытие, придется принимать решения и менять свою жизнь, а это всегда страшно.

2. Избавьтесь от вредных привычек

Главный помощник лени – это вредные привычки, которые у нас отнимают кучу времени. У каждого источник потерянного времени свой: для одних — это скроллинг ленты соцсетей, для других — серфинг по Интернету, для третьих — компьютерные игры, для четвертых — курение. Если вы тратите на это все свободное время и оно отвлекает вас от выполнения необходимых задач, то стоит с этим проститься.

3. Ясно представляйте свою цель

Всегда имейте перед собой четкую цель, которая будет вас мотивировать и позволит преодолевать лень.

4. Старайтесь думать о достижимом

Прежде чем поставить перед собой цель, тщательно проанализируйте насколько она реальна для вас. Если цель будет невыполнимой, а вы не сможете ее достичь в ближайшее время, то вас будет одолевать чувство вины. Лень и самобичевание — не самые хорошие компаньоны.

5. Разбейте задание на подзадачи

Максимально упростите себе задачу, разбив ее на множество мелких задач. Главное, не думать о следующих этапах работы, просто делайте все шаг за шагом.

6. Просто начните или «правило пяти минут»

Это универсальный прием от всех sales-менеджеров: сначала попытайтесь продать что-то маленькое, чтобы в итоге человек мог купить что-то большее. Уговорите себя на первые 5 минут работы, это ведь всегда легче сделать, чем добровольно согласиться на несколько часов работы. Начните и не заметите как втянитесь, дальше вас уже будет не остановить.

7. Найдите плюсы в том, что вы не любите

Дело, которое вам нравится, всегда в разы легче делать. Попробуйте полюбить то, что вызывает у вас настоящие приступы лени. Если вы не можете изменить обстоятельства, а вам все равно нужно это сделать, сколько бы вы это ни откладывали, то расслабьтесь и, попробуйте получить от этого удовольствие.

8. Вознаграждайте себя

Если вам предстоит долгая работа, обязательно поощряйте себя любимым занятием: чтением, покупкой, чашечкой кофе, даже прогулкой. Так вам будет легче делать то, что не хочется, а надо.

9. Делайте работу на позитиве

Если работа носит монотонный и рутинный характер и не требует всего вашего внимания, включите музыку, аудиокнигу, внесите в нее элементы игры или тренировки. Тогда сделать работу будет намного легче.

10. Переборите страх перед трудностями и негативными эмоциями, которые с ними связаны

Всем известно, что лень — это, в том числе, попытка психики защититься от неприятных переживаний, возникающих по мере решения проблем. Но отгородившись от своих дел и заданий вы все равно не избавитесь от негатива — чувство вины за невыполненную работу и отмененную встречу еще долго будет вас мучить.

Portrait Of Businessman Writing a Paperwork at Office

11. Поленитесь от души

Этот метод требует полного отрешения от дел и напоминает медитацию. Встаньте посреди комнаты и абсолютно ничего не делайте: не ешьте, не пейте, не читайте, не лежите, не слушайте музыку, не думайте. Не пройдет и десяти минут, как вам это надоест и вы возьметесь за дела.

12. Замените нелюбимую работу еще более нелюбимой

Выберите два нелюбимых вами дела и представьте, что сначала вам придется сделать то, что вызывает у вас наиболее стойкую неприязнь. На этом фоне второе дело будет выглядеть не таким уж и неприятным. А когда вы сделать одно задание, то со вторым будет справиться намного легче.

13. Упражнение: «Мне 80»

Представьте, что вам 80 лет, вы давно немолодой человек на закате жизни. Вы так и остались ленивым и не сделали ничего, чтобы изменить текущую ситуацию. Довольны ли вы итогом? Сделали ли вы все, что намеревались? Если представить все в красках, то упражнение весьма отрезвляет.

14. Обрисуйте себе перспективы — представьте какой была бы ваша жизнь, если бы вы перестали лениться

Попробуйте оттолкнуться от обратного и сосредоточиться не на устранении лени, а на своих целях. Подключите воображение и попытайтесь увидеть как принятые вами решения или сделанная во время работа улучшила жизнь.

И наконец, главный, 15-ый совет:

15. Перестаньте прокрастинировать и читать статьи о том как победить лень.

Просто начните делать то, что давно откладывали прямо сейчас.

Бонусом, мы вам расскажем о «правиле 2 минут». Психологи говорят, что никогда не стоит откладывать дел на выполнение которых требуется меньше, чем 2 минуты. Удалить аккаунт в социальной сети, которая отнимает у современного человека массу времени, точно займет меньше 2 минут.

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Go 90005 DO 90006 something. » 90007 90161 90002 Some of us heard our parents say these words out loud while others absorbed the message in their subconscious.90007 90002 Judgment breeds laziness. Almost always, it’s 90005 instilled in us 90006 early on from our parents and then from our teachers. 90007 90002 Most of us did not like school, and we did not enjoy doing homework. 90007 90002 Why would we? Our school systems make learning a tedious chore (which is one way they kill creativity in children). 90007 90002 It also teaches us many things we intuitively know is untrue. 90007 90002 Our lack of engagement in our «education» fueled our lazy part.90007 90002 Plus, there was television and video games. 90007 90002 Sight, sound, and motion stimulates our brains and dominates our attention. 90007 90002 Game over. 90007 90002 90183 90007 90002 In childhood, our environment gives birth to the lazy part. Then, most of us seek ways of overcoming laziness. 90007 90002 Alternatively, we run from it or succumb to it for the rest of our lives. 90007 90034 90035 The Eight Faces of Laziness and How to Overcome Them 90036 90037 90002 Like procrastination, laziness is a symptom, not a cause.90007 90002 Before we explore ways of overcoming laziness, it’s helpful to understand the various causes of laziness. 90007 90002 What makes laziness so pervasive are the many expressions it can take: 90007 90020 90021 Confusion: «I do not know what to do.» 90022 90021 Neurotic Fear: «I just can not.» 90022 90021 Fixed Mindset: «I’m afraid I’ll fail or look stupid.» 90022 90021 Lethargy: «I’m too tired. I do not have the energy. » 90022 90021 Apathy: «I just do not care about anything.»90022 90021 Regret: «I’m too old to get started. It’s too late. » 90022 90021 Identity: «I’m just a lazy person.» 90022 90021 Shame: «I should not be so lazy.» 90022 90025 90002 Do any of these voices sound familiar? 90007 90002 It’s important to hear these voices or thought patterns and to accept them without judgment or criticism. 90007 90002 Behind each voice is a message. These sentiments provide information, nothing more. 90007 90002 Let’s look at each thought pattern and find ways of how to overcome laziness.90007 90225 90035 Confusion: «I do not know what to do.» 90036 90228 90002 This voice might tell the truth. At this moment, the part expressing this voice does not know what to do. 90007 90002 When you hear this voice, start by finding your center. 90007 90002 Welcome the confusion. It will pass. And clarity will become. 90007 90002 You can also ask your Inner Guide for further insight. 90007 90225 90035 Neurotic Fear: «I just can not.» 90036 90228 90002 Real fear evokes the flight or fight response.But laziness often comes from 90083 neurotic fear 90084. 90007 90002 Instead of fighting for what we want or fleeing to fight another day, obsessive fear makes us freeze. We feel immobilized. 90007 90002 To overcome neurotic fear (thereby overcoming laziness), admit your fear, allow yourself to feel it, and then take action. 90007 90002 As David Richo writes in How To Be An Adult, 90007 90156 90002 Acting because of fear is cowardice; acting with fear is the courage that survives it. 90007 90161 90002 To transcend neurotic fear, we must do what we fear.90007 90225 90035 Fixed Mindset: «I’m afraid I’ll fail or look stupid.» 90036 90228 90002 A fixed mindset is a popular term from psychologist Carol Dweck’s bestseller, Mindset: The New Psychology of Success. 90007 90002 With a fixed mindset, people believe their talents, abilities, and intelligence are set at birth. 90007 90002 They fear trying new things because they want to look smart and talented even though they lack experience. 90007 90002 Individuals with a growth mindset, in contrast, know their talents, abilities, and intelligence can develop through deliberate practice.90007 90002 If you hear this voice, change your fixed mindset. 90007 90225 90035 Lethargy: «I’m too tired. I do not have the energy. » 90036 90228 90002 We invest a lot of energy suppressing our lazy part. The more we run from it, the stronger it becomes in our unconscious. 90007 90002 When you feel lethargic, instead of stimulating yourself with caffeine, accept your fatigue. 90007 90002 Achievers, in particular, can benefit from less activity and more naps. 90007 90002 Close your eyes.Observe your breath. Better yet, go to bed earlier and sleep more. 90007 90002 Embracing the lethargy is often the best way to move beyond it to overcome laziness. 90007 90002 You can also practice energy cultivation methods like Zhan Zhuang or grounding exercises. If that does not work, try a cold shower. 90007 90225 90035 Apathy: «I just do not care about anything.» 90036 90228 90002 Apathy is the voice of depression. We all get depressed. 90007 90002 In my experience as a coach, achievers rarely realize when they’re depressed.90007 90002 They just «power through it.» As with laziness, when we fight depression it grows stronger. 90007 90002 There are many sources of depression. Sometimes we are living off our true course, doing too many things outside of our interests. 90007 90002 We confuse disinterest with laziness. 90007 90002 If you hear this voice, connect with an inspiring personal vision and discover your personal values. 90007 90225 90035 Regret: «I’m too old to get started. It’s too late. » 90036 90228 90002 Having regrets is a part of adulthood.Regret only holds us back when we do not allow ourselves to grieve the past. 90007 90002 These voices are just beliefs, not truth. They are excuses not to get started 90083 right now 90084. 90007 90002 When you hear this voice, feel the sense of loss and then let it go. 90007 90002 Letting go of regret can be a fast way to overcome laziness. 90007 90225 90035 Identity: «I’m just a lazy person.» 90036 90228 90002 When we hear this voice, it’s a sure sign the lazy part has hijacked us.90007 90002 When we’re centered, we are neutral. We do not define ourselves as either lazy people or achievers. 90005 We just are 90006. 90007 90002 Acknowledge this voice, but then ask it to step aside. 90007 90002 We can express laziness, but it never defines who we are. 90007 90225 90035 Shame: «I should not be so lazy.» 90036 90228 90002 Shame is another part in us that teams up with laziness. 90007 90002 Shameful thoughts and feelings ensure the lazy part stays in control. 90007 90002 Shame and self-criticism reinforce undesirable behaviors.90007 90002 Self-compassion enables us to take responsibility and establish different behaviors. 90007 90002 Being lazy is okay. It does not mean anything about you. 90007 90002 90083 Everyone 90084 has a lazy part. You’re not alone. Sometimes overcoming laziness is as easy as accepting this part of you. 90007 90034 The Secret Key to Overcoming Laziness 90037 90002 We have all had people judge us for our laziness. But anyone who judged us was denying 90083 their 90084 lazy part and projecting it onto us.90007 90002 We did not know what was happening, but we felt shame and guilt for our laziness. 90007 90002 If we are aware of this shame and guilt, we can resolve it. 90007 90002 However, many of us lack the emotional intelligence to navigate through these emotions. 90007 90002 Instead, we do the 90005 same thing 90006 to other people: we cut ourselves off from our lazy part and judge others for their laziness. 90007 90002 Rather than fighting with the lazy part, embrace it. 90007 90002 Dialogue with your lazy part and get to know it.Welcome laziness, befriend it and allow it to be. 90007 90002 Whether or not we want it, this lazy part is in us. Best we make friends with it or at least become neutral towards it. 90007 90156 90002 90003 Laziness can be a powerful ally. It can help you get things done quickly so you can go back to being lazy. 90004 90007 90161 90002 How do you know if you’re making friends with your laziness? 90007 90002 You will not be hard on yourself when this part takes over. You also will not criticize others possessed by this part.90007 90002 Instead, you’ll have compassion for them for you will understand their inner battle. 90007 90002 90384 90007 90002 Rather than placing shame, guilt, and criticism on ourselves or others for being lazy, we can practice self-acceptance and self-compassion. 90007 90002 Studies show people who have self-compassion are more likely to take personal responsibility than those who self-criticize. 90007 90034 90035 But Will not Laziness Take Over? 90036 90037 90002 The fear of laziness taking over makes achievers want to fight against it.90007 90002 And although some people exert a strong will against their lazy part, for most people, the lazy part has already won. 90007 90002 That’s why habits, willpower, and motivation are popular topics in psychology and self-improvement circles. 90007 90002 Self-criticism leads to poor behavior. Psychologist Kristin Neff explains in The New York Times: 90007 90156 90002 The biggest reason people are not more self-compassionate is that they are afraid they’ll become self-indulgent. They believe self-criticism is what keeps them in line.Most people have gotten it wrong because our culture says being hard on yourself is the way to be. 90007 90161 90002 Self-compassion, not self-criticism, will inspire positive growth. 90007 90002 Ultimately, both laziness and over-achieving are signs of mental imbalance. 90007 90002 The source of this imbalance lies in repressed emotions and conditioned behaviors. 90007 90002 Operating from either end of the spectrum is not a sign of self-leadership or mature adulthood. 90007 90002 As mature adults, we can accept limitations, and be kind toward ourselves.Our job is to bring these internal opposing forces into balance. 90007 90002 See also: Impulse Control: How to Break Bad Habits and Change Your Behavior 90007 90034 90035 How To «Achieve» Laziness 90036 90037 90002 One reason many of us struggle in overcoming laziness is we never allow ourselves to be 90005 90003 100 percent lazy 90004 90006. 90007 90002 Laziness persists when we resist it. Even when we give in to it, if we are not aware of the shame or guilt, a part of us resists and judges our laziness.That’s why it never let’s go. 90007 90002 Truly lazy people should not hold any muscular strain because holding tension takes effort. And lazy people do not like effort. 90007 90002 Lazy people should not have shallow breathing (from their chests) because that too is a sign of holding tension. 90007 90002 Relax into your lazy part so you can breathe deeply into your belly. (I guess infants are «lazy» too?) 90007 90002 Embrace your lazy part and experience deep rest-perhaps for the first time.Your body will thank you. 90007 90002 We can use our lazy part to relax deeply. If we do, we’ll feel less neurotic (anxiety, depression, and moodiness). 90007 90002 We will not need to sedate ourselves with food, television, the internet, etc. (The reasons many of us struggle with impulse control). 90007 90034 90035 The Power of Doing Nothing 90036 90037 90002 Also, it’s important to distinguish between doing nothing and avoiding responsibility. 90007 90002 Our cultural bias says doing nothing is slothful.But is it? 90007 90002 When meditation was introduced to the American culture in the 1950s, most psychologists believed it was a form of escapism. 90007 90002 Now, with the help of neuroscience and transpersonal psychology, we know otherwise. 90007 90002 Mindfulness practices provide a solution to our obsession with bus 90005 y 90006 ness. 90007 90002 In doing nothing, we observe within ourselves and our environment. We see things differently. 90007 90002 Experiencing sensations and emotions more deeply adds new texture and dimension to our lives.90007 90002 Sure, we have nothing to show for these experiences, but «achievement» is only important to one part of us (the Achiever archetype). 90007 90002 90005 And we’re not defined by this part. 90006 90007 90034 90035 Final Words on How to Overcome Laziness 90036 90037 90002 Instead of trying to do more or be more, consider accepting yourself as you are 90005 right now 90006. 90007 90002 This, I’ve discovered, is often easier to say than do. 90007 90002 In the long run, personal attacks will not lead to meaningful change, fulfillment, or higher performance.90007 90002 It will only create a stronger ego and more self-hatred. 90007 90002 Build your personal development plan on self-acceptance instead of self-criticism. It makes all the difference in your efforts at overcoming laziness. 90007 90002 As Buddhist teacher Pema Chodron advises, «Start where you are.» 90007 90034 90035 Read Next 90036 90037 90002 How to Reduce Blue Light Exposure 90007 90002 7 Powerful Meditation Tools to Help You Train Your Mind 90007 90002 Intrinsic versus Extrinsic Motivation Guide 90007 90002 30 Sleep Hacking Tips 90007 90034 What Do You Think? 90037 90002 Leave your thoughts, questions, and comments below.90007 .90000 17 Healthy and Practical Strategies 90001 90002 Need a lazy day? It happens to the best of us. In these busy times, taking the occasional lazy day is not just alright but much needed. 90003 90002 But if you find that you’re taking lazy days more often than not, and you’re having trouble getting things done, it could be a sign that there’s something going on. 90003 90002 A lack of passion for your job, an overwhelming to-do list, and even an underlying medical condition are just some of the things that can interfere with your desire to get things done.90003 90002 We cover all the bases here and tell you how to stop laziness so you can be more productive. 90003 90002 «How can I stop laziness?» The answer may not be as cut and dry as you’d expect. While some people may be more prone to being lazy than others, even highly productive people can find it challenging to get things done sometimes. 90003 90002 Here are some tips to help you get rid of laziness and get a grasp on your productivity. 90003 90014 1. Make your goals manageable 90015 90002 Setting unrealistic goals and taking on too much can lead to burnout.While not an actual clinical diagnosis, the symptoms of burnout are recognized by medical professionals. Job burnout can cause exhaustion, loss of interest and motivation, and a longing to escape. 90003 90002 Avoid overloading by setting smaller, attainable goals that will get you where you want to be without overwhelming you along the way. 90003 90014 2. Do not expect yourself to be perfect 90015 90002 Perfectionism is on the rise and it’s taking a psychological toll. 90003 90002 One 2017 study that looked at college students between 1989 and 2016 found an increase in perfectionism over the years.Researchers noted «young people [are] now facing more competitive environments, more unrealistic expectations, and more anxious and controlling parents than generations before.» 90003 90002 This rise in perfectionism is causing people to be overly critical of themselves and others. It’s also led to an increase in depression and anxiety. 90003 90002 Another smaller study of college students concluded that expecting perfection was related to avoidant coping, which causes you to avoid dealing with stressors.90003 90014 3. Use positive instead of negative self-talk 90015 90002 Negative self-talk can derail your efforts to get things done in every aspect of your life. Telling yourself that you’re a lazy person is a form of negative self-talk. 90003 90002 You can stop your negative internal voice by practicing positive self-talk. Instead of saying, «There’s no way I can get this done,» say, «I’ll give it my all to make it happen.» 90003 90014 4. Create a plan of action 90015 90002 Planning how you will get something done can make it easier to get there.Be realistic about how much time, effort, and other factors are needed to meet your goal and create an action plan. Having a plan will provide direction and confidence that can help even if you hit a hurdle along the way. 90003 90014 5. Use your strengths 90015 90002 Take a moment to think about what your strengths are when setting goals or gearing up to tackle a task. Try to apply them to different aspects of a task to help you get things done. Research has shown that focusing on strengths increases productivity, positive feelings, and engagement in work.90003 90014 6. Recognize your accomplishments along the way 90015 90002 Patting yourself on the back for a job well done can help motivate you to keep going. Consider writing down all of your accomplishments along the way in everything you do, whether at work or home. It’s a great way to boost your confidence and positivity, and fuel you to carry on. 90003 90014 7. Ask for help 90015 90002 Many people believe that asking for help is a sign of weakness. But not asking for help could be setting you up for failure.A 2018 study found that people who do not ask coworkers for help were more likely to be dissatisfied in their jobs and had lower levels of job performance. They were also perceived less favorably by their employers. 90003 90002 Asking for help improves your chances of success and helps you connect with others who can encourage and motivate you. 90003 90014 8. Avoid distraction 90015 90002 We all have our favorite distractions we turn to when we’re just not feeling like doing a task — whether it’s scrolling through social media or playing with a pet.90003 90002 Find ways to make your distractions less accessible. This can mean finding a quiet place to work, like the library or an empty room, or using an app to block sites that you scroll mindlessly when you should be on task. 90003 90014 9. Make tedious tasks fun 90015 90002 We tend to avoid jobs that we find boring or tedious. Chores like cleaning the gutters or bathroom will never be loads of fun, but you can make them more enjoyable. Try listening music or a podcast, or put on your fitness tracker to see how many calories you burn or steps you get while performing these tasks.90003 90014 10. Reward yourself 90015 90002 Getting a job done is a reward in itself, but some people are driven by external rewards. Focus on what you’ll gain from getting something done, like getting closer to a promotion, or reward yourself for a job well done. Celebrate the end of a big project with a night out or invite friends over for drink after a day of cleaning. 90003 90002 When it comes to how to stop laziness, making some healthy changes can be the best way to go. 90003 90014 1. Eat high-protein foods 90015 90002 Are you wondering «how can I stop being lazy?» Some foods increase your energy and keep your blood sugar stable so you’re less likely to feel sluggish and lazy.High-protein foods do this, such as: 90003 90074 90075 Greek yogurt 90076 90075 almonds 90076 90075 eggs 90076 90075 tuna 90076 90083 90014 2. Avoid sugary and high-fat foods 90015 90002 Nutrition and productivity are linked. Steer clear of foods that drain your energy because they’re slow to digest or cause blood sugar spikes. These include: 90003 90014 3. Exercise 90015 90002 Along with numerous other benefits, exercise is a surefire way to get rid of laziness. Just a few minutes of exercise can increase energy levels, improve mood, and reduce anxiety, stress, and depression — all of which can make you feel drained and unmotivated.Try a short walk or bike ride to combat that lazy feeling. 90003 90014 4. Sleep and rest 90015 90002 There are many things you can do to sleep better at night — from avoiding screen time just before bed to limiting nap time during the day. 90003 90002 Aim to get the recommended seven to nine hours of sleep each night to feel refreshed and ready to tackle the day ahead. 90003 90014 5. Manage stress 90015 90002 Stress can drain you so you feel too mentally and physically exhausted to do anything.Finding strategies for coping with stress can help improve your mood and give you back the energy and drive to get things done. Time with loved ones, cuddling a pet, and soaking in the tub are just a few ideas. 90003 90014 6. Carry water with you 90015 90002 The benefits of drinking water are endless and many can help fight laziness. Staying hydrated can boost energy levels and brain function. It also helps maximize physical performance. A few sips of water can also help perk you up if you’re feeling sluggish.90003 90014 7. Quit smoking 90015 90002 Increased energy levels thanks to improved circulation and oxygen are just a couple of the benefits of quitting smoking. Quitting can also boost your immune system, improve your sex life, and lower your risk of several serious conditions. 90003 90002 Quitting smoking can be difficult, but your doctor can help you create a personalized plan of action. 90003 90002 Sometimes it’s not laziness, but a symptom of an underlying condition that may be stopping you from doing the things you should.If you find you’ve lost interest in doing things you would normally enjoy and do not have the energy or focus to get things done, talk to a doctor. 90003 90014 Mental health conditions 90015 90002 Many mental health conditions can cause symptoms that you may mistake for laziness, such as lack of motivation, chronic fatigue, and social withdrawal. These conditions include: 90003 90014 Medical conditions 90015 90002 Medical conditions can cause changes to your energy levels and prevent you from being able to function the way you normally would.Examples of these are: 90003 90002 Laziness is not always a bad thing, and everyone deserves a slow day now and again. Figuring out how to stop being lazy may be as simple as changing the way you approach certain tasks and adopting healthier lifestyle. 90003 90002 If you’re having trouble finding the energy and desire to do things more often, speak to a doctor to determine if an underlying medical condition may be responsible. 90003.90000 10 Tips on How to Overcome Laziness in Studying — Inspiring Tips 90001 90002 90003 90004 90002 One of the things a student experiences, whether s / he’s already having a master’s degree or still a fifth grader, is the struggle in overcoming laziness in studying. It is the time when you have tons of school works to do yet you do not feel like doing it. Laziness keeps us from doing important tasks and it could hinder our studies. If it continues, it will become a habit that could have a negative implication to your grades or worst to your future endeavors.Sounds horrible right? But then, just like any other things, you can get rid of it. Here are some tips that could help you overcome laziness in studying: 90004 90002 90008 1. Be in a comfortable place. 90009 90010 One thing that could help fight laziness is finding a good location. Being in a comfortable place whether it’s in your favorite coffee shop, or just in your own bedroom that is free from distractions could help you to relax your mind and focus on studying. 90004 90002 90004 90002 90008 2.Make a study plan. 90009 90010 Having a study plan will help you organize and track down your tasks easier. Make a timetable wherein you set a time schedule for a certain subject and other tasks to do. List down your assignments that are due and arrange them like a calendar. In this way, it could help you prioritize and get it done on time. 90004 90002 90008 3. Take one step at a time. 90009 90010 Taking actions one step at a time will help you beat laziness. Breaking down bigger tasks into smaller tasks will help you avoid being stressed.This will make your tasks a lot more manageable. Completing a sub task will serve as a motivation for you to continue other sub tasks thus, helping you finish your overall task in a more convenient way. 90004 90002 90008 4. 90009 90008 Make a to-do list. 90009 90010 There are times that because of so much things to do, just like preparing for major exams, you lost track of other things that need to be done. You could make a to-do list with just a piece of sticky note since it’s handy and you could place it anywhere.Placing a to-do list where you could see it every time, will help you remind what to do next. Also, making a to-do list will help you focus on doing your tasks especially that distractions are just around the corner. 90004 90002 90008 5. Remove all distractions. 90009 90010 Being distracted while studying will make you lazier. It is better to get rid of all distractions such as turning off your TV or internet connection or just by simply switching your phone to silent mode or you could even ask your roommate or family member to give you privacy.Keep in mind that avoiding these disturbances will aid you to concentrate and study effectively. 90004 90002 90008 6. Find motivation. 90009 90010 One of the top reasons why many students are lazy to study is due to lack of motivation. Finding motivation will help you to concentrate and think about the benefits after studying, just like passing an exam and getting high grades or recognition from your teacher or you will be noticed by the cutie you have a crush on when you got the perfect score.Visualize yourself after studying and think of its positive outcome. In this way you could study effectively since you already have that will to achieve something. 90004 90002 90008 7. Think about its consequences. 90009 90010 Thinking about the positive outcome of studying could be a motivation for a person to start studying. If you have this kind of motivation in your mind, yet you still do not have that willpower to start it and laziness still dominates you, how about trying the other way around? Instead of thinking the benefits of studying, think about the consequences if you do not study.You could possibly have a failing grade and will be forced to take up the same subject again. It sounds terrible. So have this as a motivation to get up, flip the pages of your notebooks, start reading and learning. 90004 90002 90008 8. Do easier tasks. 90009 90010 One thing that could be a problem in studying, is actually how to start it. You tend to be overwhelmed with bigger tasks and how to start it and finish it on time. Take it easy. Do not put too much pressure on yourself as it could add up to your laziness.That feeling when you want to give up even though you are not yet beginning. Overcome it by starting with easier tasks. For example, start to study topics on a certain subject that is easier for you. Once you successfully completed studying that topic, you will have the confidence to move on to more difficult ones. 90004 90002 90004 90002 90008 9. Discipline yourself. 90009 90010 This is the most important thing. The key to beat your laziness is to discipline yourself. In order to achieve something successfully, you must need to stop certain habits or behaviors.As with studying, you must need to stop certain things that could distract you and lose your focus and start doing things that could contribute to accomplish good results. If you easily get distracted with gadgets, put them away while you are studying. Make this a habit so that the next time you have to study, you will get used to it. Keep in mind that these little sacrifices will have great results in the future. 90004 90002 90008 10. Reward yourself. 90009 90010 Overcoming laziness is really a struggle, so every time you manage to do it, have yourself a reward.Like if you study for 20 minutes or finish an assignment without any interruptions, give yourself a treat, whether it is your favorite bar of chocolate or favorite ice cream. This will help you build a mindset that making efforts results into positive outcomes. 90004 90002 Being lazy with studying is a normal thing. Everyone experiences it, especially if there are a lot to study on and you do not know where and how to start. However, whether it is for a major exam or a small quiz, you have to take it seriously.Commit yourself to break the habit of laziness. Work harder! Keep in mind that the harder you try, the greater the result is. 90004 90002 ALSO READ: 9 Effective Ways to Overcome Procrastination in College 90004 90002 90068 Photo by ivxintong 90069 90004 90071 90002 Jeraldyn always starts her day with a cup of coffee. She is a Kpop lover and an aspiring photographer. And she also dreams to travel around the world someday. 90004 .90000 How To Overcome Laziness | Why Am I Lazy? 90001 90002 90003 Why are you lazy? 90004 Is laziness something to be feared … or is it more benign than most believe? 90005 90002 Laziness is an interesting topic. It’s something that almost everybody seems to want to avoid, yet very few people actually have any real clue as to how manage it. Everybody talks about laziness, without actually understanding the nuances of the argument — or the very nature of the beast! 90005 90002 Well today I’m coming to the rescue, because I’m going to teach you how to overcome laziness.90005 90002 Now before we begin, I would like to share a little word of warning. What you’re about to hear may not be exactly to your tastes; if you had arrived at this blog in the hopes of hearing «pep rally» style jingoism to rouse you from your state of glacial laziness, then you will be sorely disappointed. 90005 90002 Instead, I am going to teach you the «underground» secret of overcoming laziness: 90005 90014 90003 Laziness is not as bad as you might think 90004 90017 90002 One of the biggest reasons why people are obsessed with beating laziness is that it is a perceived enemy.90005 90002 In a similar fashion to the Western requirement of a perceived foreign enemy, ripe for demonization, laziness is viewed by many as something rather evil. It is seen an all-pervasive force that has come from the very depths of Hell, ready to suck the productivity from innocent masses. 90005 90002 However, I propose that laziness is nowhere near as bad as the «puritanical» element of society would lead you to believe. In fact, laziness is something that should be accepted — even celebrated — albeit in moderate doses.90005 90002 The pursuit of laziness allows one to tread the path towards understanding 90003 the difference between hard work and 90026 smart work. 90027 90004 90005 90002 The former (hard work) is the obsession of those who believe that there should be 25 hours of activity in a 24 hour day, in order to get everything done on time. The latter (smart work) is the realm of the intelligent, the quick-witted, and the adaptive. 90005 90014 90003 Laziness is often the catalyst for the transition to smarter, more efficient, and more effective work.90004 90017 90002 Think about it this way — if you know that you only have eight hours in the day in which you are able to work effectively, but you have approximately twelve hours worth of work to do, then rather than trying to work for those twelve hours (working 90026 harder 90027, at the expense of your personal well-being) why not attempt to work smarter? 90005 90002 Basically, find ways to make those twelve hours of work fit into eight, without sacrificing the quality of your efforts.90005 90002 Now the hardworking reader who has been raised on a diet of believing that laziness is evil will no doubt read the above and say «impossible, there is NO WAY that you can do 12 hours work in 8, without ruining your efforts». Unfortunately, you would be wrong. By working smarter (boosting your productivity, decreasing the time you waste when you actually have to work) you will always beat the hard worker. 90005 90002 So how to overcome laziness? Well, you had better start embracing it, in order that you can learn how to leverage your newfound love of laziness to spur increases in your productivity.Smart work is the future people. 90005 90002 Overcoming procrastination and laziness in your personal life, work life, and social life is not impossible — it just requires working smarter and more effectively on all levels, rather than stressing yourself out with extra work. 90005 90002 Before you go any further, please watch this free video to learn exactly how to beat laziness and procrastination (as well as what causes these problems in the first place) 90005 90002 90003 You can also go to the store on this website to get a copy of my eBook all about beating laziness and procrastination 90004 90005.