Do you love your frequent naps and watching Netflix all day long? If the answer is yes, then you definitely belong to the lazy community!
Although most of the people think that being lazy is a bad thing, there are many reasons how you can actually benefit from it!
So, in case you are being lazy in the recent period, and you feel guilty at the same time, check out this list of the good and the bad things laziness does to you, and decide if you’re going to stick with it.
The good sides of being lazy
Don’t worry, I promise that the good sides of being lazy outweigh the bad ones.
1.Prevents mental exhaustion
Taking a break from time to time will prevent you from experiencing both physical and emotional burnout.
Being lazy can seriously help you in the process of recharging your body and mind, which in log terms, means that you will be more efficient at anything you do. So, stop the stress and go to bed.
By avoiding burnouts, you prevent insomnia, headaches, and changes in appetite. And as we know, health comes above all. So, make sure you discover and set your own tempo.
2. Improves strategic thinking
We probably all know the famous quote from Bill Gates ” I always choose a lazy person to do a hard job because he always finds the easiest way” which is close to the truth.
Many studies show that lazy people love thinking activities which directly improves your strategic thinking and problem-solving skills. Staying lazy for a couple of weeks can certainly help you perform better at your job when this is all over.
3. Laziness resets our minds
One of the most powerful features of being lazy is that it has the ability to reset our minds. This means that we can finally get the vacation we always wanted and have the chance to reset our batteries.
Being well-rested will certainly improve your performance and productivity in the workplace.
4. Creates more ideas
As we already mentioned laziness makes you think a lot more than usual. The more you think the higher the chances of creating great ideas that will benefit you in the near future.
So, basically, there are two modes of thinking – the diffuse mode and the focused mode. The best thing you can do is to keep a balance between the two of them and switch them frequently. This way you get the best chance to be on the highest level of creativity and productivity. Letting your mind wander is a form of diffuse thinking, and it helps your brain to process information.
You never know what kind of idea might get and how much money you can earn from it. Keep a notebook next to you at all times and write everything that comes into your mind.
Being lazy today means that you are going to be more productive tomorrow!
5. Improves our emotional intelligence
Watching TV all day long can actually be good. According to this study supervised by the University of Oklahoma, watching TV dramas can help us improve our senses when it comes to detecting the emotions and feelings of other people. By observing the emotions and the behaviors of the characters in the series, we can become more sympathetic to others.
It basically means that being lazy can transform you into a better person. And we don’t see anything bad in that!
6. Laziness helps your growth
College can be pretty stressful for a lot of students, which can have a negative impact on the growth of these young people. Having tests and studying are often connected to the stress and anxiety that a lot of students deal with, so being chilled can actually be a good thing.
But, this doesn’t mean that you should quit studying! It simply means that you can take a break from time to time, or have the entire weekend to be completely lazy! You can watch Netflix, play video games, or just lie down in bed. It is up to you!
The bad sides of being lazy
Before I go any further with this topic, I just want you to know that these things are different for everyone. Not anyone can be lazy, but those who are, need to find a way to stay lazy and still be happy.
If you feel like laziness is creating harm in your life make sure to check out our guide for overcoming laziness.
1. You may get into financial problems
Being lazy can bring you in a state of financial disadvantage. Oversleeping, getting late to work, or making excuses just to lie in bed, can eventually put you out of your job.
The thing with laziness is to play it smart. You have a total freedom to be lazy on your day off, but make sure that you are a responsible person when it comes to your work
2. You will probably gain weight
Because of boredom, you will eat more than you should and because of physical limitations, you won’t be able to burn those calories. So, my first advice is to cut on the frequent snacks and drinks.
Try to make a good meal that doesn’t require a lot of effort. Plus, there are many exercises you can do inside your house but they are not as effective as exercising outside with proper equipment. I want to stress the fact that many people have no motivation to workout inside simply because they don’t see the need to do that.
3. Laziness can spark insecurity
Because of your laziness, you might feel insecure about your self-worth. But, I have already mentioned a few reasons why laziness is awesome, you just need to learn how to practice it in the right way.
But, I get that many people are afraid that this state might affect their whole lives. This is complete nonsense and if you feel stressed about laziness, follow our guide on how to overcome laziness.
4. You may never achieve your dreams
If your laziness is on a high level, it may not allow you to use your full potential and be who you really want to be. People often don’t achieve their dreams because they are too lazy. So, take your journal and start writing.
Try to make a plan that is perfectly balanced. This way, you will stay focused on your future goal and still have plenty of time to do absolutely nothing. Plus, you won’t feel any pressure.
5. Laziness can induce pessimism
People often connect pessimism with lazy thinking. Being too lazy can trigger you to give up on your power to create a better future. If your laziness is the result of some unhappy moments in your life, maybe you should talk to an expert, and discover if there is a bigger issue behind all of this.
But, if you are feeling completely okay, then it is totally fine to be lazy from time to time! All you need to do is discover your unique way of being lazy and proactive at the same time.
6. There will be difficulties in adapting
If you have been lazy for quite some time now, you will probably have difficulties in adapting to a “normal” schedule. This is pretty expected because our brain hates radical changes in our daily lives.
In the first weeks, everything will look really hard, but you have to cope with it and find the strength to go move on. Or you can slowly go back to your previous habits, without making a huge change to your mental or physical state.
Conclusion
I hope I have helped you decide whether you are going to be super-productive or you are going to enjoy the comfort of your bed.
The most important advice I can give you is to know when to stop being lazy and get in the zone of being active. Lazy or not, the most important thing is to be happy.