What masquerades as laziness

If a person says that he is lazy, do not believe him - he is lying. If someone is called a bummer, they slander him.

Some people are compared to an animal called a sloth for their specific behavior. What do we know about this Amazonian jungle inhabitant? This is a large vegetarian who saves energy. His diet requires a special set of bacteria in the digestive tract, which greatly affect the processes of life. Despite its impressive size, this beast is practically defenseless and can become prey for birds of prey, because camouflaged unkempt hair and immobility serves him well.

You no longer think of a sloth as a slacker, but what about his two-legged comrades? They, too, are much more complicated than they seem.

Excessive modesty

Children's spontaneity is charming only among preschoolers. The older we get, the more obligations we shoulder and assimilate more norms and restrictions that must be followed. Inconsistency with one of the standards of an ideal adult is presented as something obscene. In order not to become a laughing stock, not to be subjected to public condemnation, flaws should be hidden.

Every day like a parade

When a choice arises between recognizing that there is a “terrible flaw” and “laziness, ” people more often agree to be blamed for the latter. This is not good, because the consent to wear the stigma of a lazy person closes the way to trying to figure out if a secret vice is far-fetched. Willingness to accept an unfair accusation will not improve relations with loved ones.

What are people afraid of

The saddest version of "laziness" is an attempt to hide from others the feeling of well-being. Most often, the person himself does not realize that it is time for him to see a doctor, since constant drowsiness and a feeling of heaviness in the muscles are a symptom of the disease. In this case, even attempts to "overcome laziness" are possible, which leads to overloads of the unhealthy organism and can be put in a hospital bed.

More often, people who are physically healthy, but pathologically frightened by the need to openly present their interests and approach to solving a number of issues, demonstrate their willingness to admit to being a sloth. Not wanting to disturb relatives, they accept criticism from them of the formal side of their behavior, not trying to defend their position in life. This is a dead end path, because once accustomed to derogatory characteristics, it will be difficult for them to regain trust and respect. Delaying a sincere recognition of the true attitude to a number of issues will not bring any benefit either - it is easier to argue with a person who respects your opinion than trying to explain something to someone who is used to seeing you as a spineless idler.

It’s hard to be a black sheep. It's easier to pretend to be a sloth

Boycott

What exactly is hiding a person who agrees with the offensive definition of "lazy"? It could be:

Disagreement with the goals pursued by relatives, friends, or work colleagues. It is difficult to directly state that you do not share their values, but to actively participate in activities that you consider unacceptable for yourself is also not a hunt. The "Italian strike" begins - our hero does not break away from the collective ideologically, but fundamentally refuses to contribute to the common work.
Lack of self-esteem. Our desire to get support from loved ones is much stronger than the need to get a kick. If others do not understand this, they try to push insults to activity, the person’s self-esteem falls, he is simply afraid to take up work. Finish him with the title of "lazy."
The desire to first understand the issue, and then act. The constant pressure of society, which is waiting for results, bothers, and a person is removed from his family and friends. Lack of understanding of the individual style of work on their part causes aggression. Now insults are becoming the norm.
The behavior option described above is also possible for people who are striking in their ability to work. If a person is not sure that his occupation will meet the approval of the team, he begins to hide it. To the question: "What are you doing?" followed by the answer "Nothing." Inadequate reaction in the form of immediate labeling reinforces the desire to hide your real life from ill-wishers.
Manipulation. The title of "bad" often plays into the hands of its carrier. No one will demand from a pathological lazy person to participate in housekeeping, or in the performance of ordinary affairs. Conscious refusal to perform daily labor is associated with infantilism, which is the result of improper upbringing.