I’m writing this post mainly for me, because I still open my phone to scroll reddit sometimes instead of getting to it.
The lazy girl era didn’t start because we’re lazy.
It started because we were tired.
Tired of trying.
Tired of pushing.
Tired of doing everything “right” and still feeling behind.
Somewhere along the way, rest turned into avoidance, and comfort turned into stagnation.
Not in a dramatic way. It just happens.
And I’ve been talking to all my friends and they agreed.
Exiting your lazy girl era in 2025 doesn’t mean becoming intense, strict, or obsessed with productivity.
This will lead to burnout, I’m quite sure.
This isn’t about punishment. It’s about momentum.
Think tiny shifts. Small habits that don’t feel scary but slowly pull you forward again.
You don’t need motivation. You need systems that work even when you don’t feel like doing much.
Here’s where it starts.
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1. Stop Waiting to Feel Motivated Before You Start
It’s lovely to scroll on Pinterest and create vision boards.
I’ve done it for eons.
And I’m telling you that motivation is unreliable.
Lazy girl era survives because you keep waiting to feel ready.
Fit women, focused women, confident women don’t feel ready either, they just start badly.
You don’t need a full plan. You need a first step.
Five minutes. One task. One decision.
Set timers. Make things short.
Make them slightly uncomfortable but doable. Tools like a visual timer or a habit tracker notebook help you start before your brain talks you out of it.
2. Create a Bare Minimum Daily Non-Negotiable
Lazy girl era loves vague goals. “I’ll do better tomorrow.” “I’ll get back on track.” Nothing sticks because nothing is specific.
Pick one tiny habit you do every single day no matter what.
Walk for 10 minutes. Shower and get dressed. Write one sentence. Drink water. That’s it.
Do something that feels doable.
A lot of people ask me how I read 200+ books a year.
I didn’t start with 200.
I started with 20.
It grew to 50 a year over time and before I knew it, I was finishing books quickly.
It slowly replaced my other habits of watching TV or sitting idly on my ohone.
Consistency beats ambition every time.
The idea is to start first.
A simple daily checklist makes this habit visible and hard to ignore.
3. Get Dressed Even If You’re Staying Home
If I don’t take a hot shower and dress up, I’ll feel like lounging.
Staying in pajamas all day tells your brain nothing is happening. It blurs time. It lowers energy. It keeps you half-asleep.
You don’t need jeans or makeup. Just clothes that signal “the day has started.” Comfortable, clean, intentional.
Having soft loungewear sets or easy matching outfits removes decision fatigue and helps you feel human again.
4. Stop Letting Your Phone Decide How Your Day Goes
This is the one addiction that is the most difficult to beat.
I’ve watched a few friends scroll even when they’re among friends, even when they’re eating or watching TV.
It’s become a disease.
Lazy girl era thrives on scrolling.
Not because you’re weak, but because it’s easy dopamine. You open your phone and suddenly the day disappears.
Create friction. Put your phone in another room.
Use app limits. Charge it away from your bed.
Do anything else.
Replace scrolling with something neutral, not productive.
A book. Music. Stretching.
A physical alarm clock or screen-time lock apps help break the habit without willpower.
5. Move Your Body in the Least Dramatic Way Possible
You don’t need workouts that require hype.
You need movement that doesn’t scare you off.
I have a beatiful post here on how lazy girls stay fit.
Walking. Stretching. Light strength.
Dancing while cleaning. Lazy girl era ends when movement feels normal again, not like a big event.
Keep a yoga mat, light dumbbells, or resistance bands somewhere visible so movement feels casual, not serious.
6. Eat Real Meals Instead of Snacking All Day
Living on snacks keeps your energy low and your brain foggy. It feels lazy, but it actually makes everything harder.
You don’t need perfect meals. Just actual meals. Protein, carbs, fat. Simple stuff.
I meal-prep because if I don’t have a plan, I’ll order takeout or snack.
I know my weaknesses.
Things like meal prep containers, a rice cooker, or a beginner recipe book make eating real food less overwhelming.
7. Clean One Small Area Daily (Not Your Whole House)
Mess creates mental drag.
But trying to clean everything at once keeps you stuck.
Pick one area. Desk. Sink. Floor. Five minutes. Done.
This builds proof that you can finish things. It gives you a small kick of dopamine and accomplishment. A handheld vacuum or storage baskets make quick cleanups easier.
8. Start Your Day the Same Way Every Morning
Lazy girl era loves chaos mornings.
Waking up late. Scrolling in bed. Rushing. Feeling behind before noon.
You don’t need a long routine. Just a repeatable one. Wake up, water, bathroom, get dressed. Same order every day.
Using a simple morning routine checklist or a sunrise alarm clock helps your brain switch into day mode faster.
9. Lower Your Standards but Raise Your Consistency
Perfection keeps you stuck.
Lazy girl era survives because you think it’s all or nothing.
Do things halfway. Do them badly. Just do them often.
A messy workout still counts. A simple meal still counts. A short walk still counts. Progress stacks quietly.
Sometimes, I’ll start something with full gusto and stop halfway because I’m exhausted.
I still pat myself on the back for doing it anyway.
Keeping a progress journal helps you see consistency instead of flaws.
10. Stop Calling Yourself Lazy Out Loud
Words matter more than you think.
Calling yourself lazy trains your brain to act like it.
Change the language. Say “I’m rebuilding momentum.” Say “I’m tired but trying.” Say “I’m learning discipline slowly.”
Sticky notes, affirmations, or a mindset journal help interrupt negative self-talk before it becomes identity.
11. Make Your Evenings Support Tomorrow You
Lazy girl era often starts the night before. Scrolling till midnight. No plan. No reset.
You don’t need a full night routine. Just prep one thing. Clothes laid out. Bag packed. Dishes done.
I also make a to-do list and journal so my thoughts are out of the way and I can get a good night’s sleep.
Small evening prep reduces morning resistance.
A night routine planner or a bedside notebook makes this habit easy.
Final Thoughts
Start small. Start messy. Start today.
Momentum comes after action, not before it.
And once it starts, everything feels lighter.
You’re not lazy.
You’re just ready to move again.
