The Next Big Idea LAZINESS: There's No Such Thing
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Oct 13, 2021 Devon Price, a social psychologist and author of "Laziness Does Not Exist," challenges the stigma around productivity. They argue that what society labels as laziness is often a misunderstanding of personal barriers. The discussion dives into the roots of motivation and the negative impacts of equating self-worth with productivity. Price promotes a redefined view of achievement, urging listeners to embrace rest as a valuable tool for creativity and fulfillment, and emphasizes the need for compassion towards others struggling with societal expectations.
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Devon Price's Burnout
- Devon Price was driven by the "gifted kid" pressure and parental anxieties about poverty.
- This led them to overwork, culminating in a debilitating illness at 25.
Inspiration for the Essay
- Price's burnout helped them recognize similar struggles in their students, who were often misjudged as lazy.
- This experience inspired the original "Laziness Does Not Exist" essay.
The Laziness Lie
- The laziness lie is the belief that worth equals productivity, there's always more to do, and one's needs are untrustworthy.
- It causes overwork, victim-blaming, and ignores systemic barriers.
