5 Ways to Stop Being Lazy and Boost Your Productivity
May 12, 2023
How many times have you said, "I'll do it tomorrow"? How many times have you put off a task because it was too hard or you didn't feel like doing it? If you're like most people, the answer is a lot.
We all know that laziness can be a huge obstacle to getting things done, but what can we do about it? In this blog post, we will discuss 5 ways to stop being lazy and start living an extraordinary life!
People are not born lazy, nobody is born lazy, not you, not me, no one.
We are all born to be active and excited about life. But then why do we become lazy and procrastinate things when we know we must do them? How has laziness become an unwelcome lifestyle trait in the modern world?
I am sure there could be many different factors, such as a lack of specific goal or indecision, a lack of self-esteem, a lack of positive recognition by others, a lack of discipline stemming from low self-confidence, or a lack of interest in the activity or belief in its efficacy.
If you look carefully, the top reasons why people are lazy and don't work towards their dreams when they know they should are usually mindset related. If you can't get yourself to do what you know you should be doing, it's time for a self-check and pause for a moment and understand what's stopping you. What's hampering your productivity? Is it a lack of clarity, indecision, or something else?
Research says, Laziness if lingered on, could affect our health and long-term healthcare routine. Not only will it affect our personal performance but also the economic performance of workers (of companies and organizations) on the global level.
So here are the 5 ways you can stop being lazy and get things done.
Number 1, as I said before, Mindset is key.
If you believe that you can do something, then you will be more likely to do it. Change your mindset from "I don't want to do this" to "I can do this." Just by changing your mindset, you'll be surprised at how much more motivated you'll become.
And I want to tell you about a meeting that I had and this girl kept saying I am lazy, I procrastinate things, I am lazy, I can't do my work, I know I should then I am lazy. And it's not with her; over the years, I have met thousands of people in my keynote talks, in restaurants, in schools, colleges, and entrepreneurs, and so many people say this to themselves, I am lazy. And that's what is just keeping so many people the way they are.
You must watch your words when you speak about yourself.
Anything that we put after 'I am' goes to our subconscious mind and becomes a part of our identity and becomes a part of the story we are telling to ourselves. Change your language, don't say I am lazy, I am a procrastinator. You are not, maybe you have a habit of delaying things or a habit of procrastinating, or just simply you have a challenge of not being able to get things done. This is way better than saying I am lazy. This simple mindset shift is so powerful. So change your mindset.
Next is to Take small steps and improve your Productivity.
When you're feeling lazy, it can be overwhelming to think about all the things you need to do. So instead of thinking about everything at once, focus on taking small steps. Break down your goals into small, manageable pieces, and then take action on one thing at a time. Certain parts of your goals are easy to accomplish. This will produce amazing results and will help you with better management of your goal.
Get organized
A lot of times, people feel lazy because they are disorganized. If you can't find what you need or you don't know where to start, it's easy just to give up. But if you take the time to get organized, it will be much easier to get started and stay on track.
Set deadlines
In the context of time, having a deadline is a great way to motivate yourself. When you know you need to get something done by a certain date, you'll be more likely to do it. So set deadlines for yourself and then make sure you meet them. This is a good measure of your success as well.
Find a role model.
When you're feeling lazy, it can be helpful to find someone who is living the life you want. Seeing someone else succeed can inspire you to do the same. So find a role model and use them as motivation to get things done. Check the resources and services they may have developed for their followers.
On account of your Success, Laziness is a common obstacle, but it doesn't have to hold you back. By changing your mindset, taking small steps, getting organized, setting deadlines, and finding a role model, you can stop being lazy and start living an extraordinary life!
In the end,
Lazy days are a thing of the past. Use these five tips to get into gear and start living an extraordinary life.
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- 6 Research Backed Ways to Boost Your Confidence
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Author: Shirish Gupta
Shirish is a TEDx Speaker, Entrepreneur & Youth Mentor. Shirish runs a highly successful Youtube Channel (shirishgee). He has been featured on National television multiple times and has won the prestigious Philip Kotler Award. Shirish is on a mission to mentor today’s Youth and create a ripple effect of positive impact across the planet. He believes that the Youth have a unique opportunity to Build an 'Xtraordinary Life' for themselves and make a positive global change.
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