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Abstract

Laziness is a prime behavioural regulator. The relationship we establish with laziness will partly shape our biography. Rectifying routines, decisions, attitudes… requires mastering it, instructing it, and being vigilant to any act of procrastination. The enthusiasm that a novel project arouses in us, or engaging in activities that bring us prominence, are carried out effortlessly, as far we are motivated, but they do not weaken the inclination to be idle. On the other hand, amending ourselves, admitting mistakes, programming new attitudes towards old stereotypes, learning new skills, makes us more aware to laziness and less vulnerable to mediocrity. Even when we talk about leisure activities or culinary desires, overcoming laziness is about learning new ways to add colour to life. Idleness can be a part of a fulfilling life, but not so laziness and boredom. But, more importantly, analyzing how this type of emotional state affects me, (laziness, joy, resentment, envy…), unveils a part of the fabric that constitutes me.