1. Know Your Why

There are times when laziness prevents action, even when the task is important. In such cases, the „why“, the intention that guides your actions, is often missing. Setting clear intentions becomes the key to overcoming laziness. A personal anecdote illustrates this: in my early years at university, poor academic performance reflected poor choices. Lack of interest in economics and unclear intentions, together with an unsupportive environment, encouraged distraction and laziness.

Dropping out became a turning point, leading to a determination to excel upon re-entry. Discovering my true purpose – to be the best I could be in every endeavour – marked the beginning of academic success. Identifying your ‚why‘ is transformative.

2. Get Clear on the Next Action Step

Uncertainty about the next steps often leads to laziness. Even with identified interests and intentions, failure to specify next steps leads to long-term procrastination.

3. Exercise

In moments of laziness and demotivation, exercise proves to be a powerful tool. Rather than waiting for motivation, I have found that exercise itself becomes a catalyst for motivation.

Put on your workout clothes and do a short 10-minute workout.

4. Find Your Interest

Instead of thinking that laziness is innate, admit to yourself that your nature is not lazy. The very act of reading this disproves this notion. There is an innate desire within you to achieve something worthwhile.

Children, as the purest reflection of our unspoiled selves, exhibit constant curiosity and activity. Embrace your inner child and recognise that aligning your interests with societal expectations encourages laziness and lack of motivation.Your purpose on earth is to discover and realise your true interests. Think about what you are really interested in, ignore external expectations and have the courage to go after it.