Are you constantly battling with tasks, wondering if it’s just laziness or something deeper? This video delves into the often-confused feelings of laziness and depression, helping you identify the signs and understand the underlying causes.
In This Video:
• The key differences between laziness and depression.
• How to recognize if you’re experiencing depression.
• Common misconceptions about being ‘lazy’.
• Practical steps to address these feelings.
Don’t let misconceptions hold you back. Understanding the root cause is the first step towards improvement.
References:
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/body-talk/202105/am-i-depressed-or-lazy
In This Video:
• The key differences between laziness and depression.
• How to recognize if you’re experiencing depression.
• Common misconceptions about being ‘lazy’.
• Practical steps to address these feelings.
Don’t let misconceptions hold you back. Understanding the root cause is the first step towards improvement.
References:
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/body-talk/202105/am-i-depressed-or-lazy
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00:09Alright, today we are going to talk about, are you depressed or just lazy?
00:14Understanding the difference. You're probably pretty disciplined, but some things, like laundry,
00:19just don't click, so you outsource them. Still, the idea of being lazy might bother you.
00:24Our culture treats laziness like a flaw, but is it really, or is it something deeper like depression?
00:29Let's unpack that. 1. Depression vs. Laziness. They look similar, low energy, lack of focus,
00:35no motivation. But depression hits your mood and mental health. Laziness is more about not being
00:40engaged or knowing what drives you. 2. How can you tell? Laziness usually comes and goes,
00:46maybe you're tired or checked out for a day. Depression sticks around. If getting out of bed
00:51feels hopeless, not restful, it's more than laziness. 3. Is laziness even real? Not in that
00:56your flawed way. We all have lazy days, and that can be healthy. Rest and downtime are part of
01:01staying balanced. 4. What's really going on?
01:04A. Value linking. If something feels pointless, it's hard to do. Try connecting the task to a bigger
01:10purpose, or ask why it matters. That clarity can boost motivation. B. Social media. Scrolling can be
01:16a time sink and drain your mood. Delete apps on weekends or unfollow accounts that bring you down.
01:21Small changes help. C. Substance use. Missing appointments or ghosting people might look
01:26like laziness, but it could be addiction. For example, misusing Adderall for ADHD for focus can
01:32backfire into depression. B. Overwhelm. Too much coming at once, Zoom, emails, pings, can lead to
01:39shutdown. That's not laziness, it's your brain hitting the brakes. Step back when you need to.
01:445. Try kindness instead. Calling someone lazy, especially when they're struggling, can hurt.
01:49Drop the word. Instead, support breaks and downtime. What looks like laziness might be someone recharging.