Tag: Mindset

How to Be Productive When You’re Feeling Super Lazy

Published on by thesmartyfemme2 Comments

Because Netflix and chill can’t happen 24/7 😦

~ 3-5 mins read

Maybe today is that day. A day when you wake up feeling that you don’t want to do anything. It was only yesterday you told yourself that you are going to cross out five things off your to-do list tomorrow. Now, those thoughts have come to a screeching halt.

It’s totally OK to have a relaxing day and not do anything productive. But, let’s say you really need to get out of bed and tackle some tasks. You might feel lazy now, but it could be because you haven’t turned on your productive mindset and it needs a little help.

TSF TIP:

Some days, we need to think productive in order to be productive.

Here are some tips to help you get started:

  1. Change out of your pajamas and into something that’ll get you in a productive mindset. It can still be soft and 100% cotton, but change into something with the goal of making yourself feel ready to kick-off the day.
  2. Do a quick, 10-minute workout to get your body energized for the day. This doesn’t have to be a full-on HIIT workout with 8 lb weights, unless you want it to be. You could do 10 push-ups, 10 jumping jacks, some stretches, and a couple of deep inhales and exhales. That’s totally fine.
  3. Given the stay-at-home/quarantining circumstances, you’re not seeing anyone with the exception of your daily “coworkers,” aka your pet and significant other (if any; if not, ignore) and the occasional blurry video call from your boss. But, it can possibly help get you in a good mood if you take care of how you look. Comb that hair, brush your teeth, and use that scented body lotion (this is my favorite). Whatever it takes.
  4. Eat something substantial. Three bites of your candy bar from last night doesn’t count. Here are some delicious eats if you want to look at food pictures and drool over them. You can also have one of three options: 1) Oatmeal with cinnamon and fruit, 2) Toast with peanut butter and chia seeds, or 3) Banana and yogurt. Or, you can pick whatever you want to eat. Just make it good and insta-worthy, duh.
  5. Cool, you read through this entire post. Leave the comment: “I got this” and give yourself a pat on the back.

Hope these tips can help jump-start your day. Now, go own it, you smarty femme!

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