Lazy as an adjective : Unwilling to do work or make an effort; disinclined to exertion. Examples: "Get out of bed, you lazy lout! Examples: "I love staying inside and reading on a lazy Sunday. Examples: "We strolled along beside a lazy stream. Examples: "a lazy-eared rabbit". Examples: "a lazy algorithm".
Examples: "rfquotek Ben Jonson". Great example, Mary. I had not thought of the application for a trucker, but there are certainly lots of idle times. But, you choose to make them productive, which gets at valuing time. You make another good point with regard to comparisons.
What appears lazy to one might be productive to another. It's to a great extent relative. When laziness and idleness become lifestyles and mindsets, that's whey neglect sets in and they clearly are negative no matter who does them. I think one thing that we might not consider lazy or idle is when something is bothering us it often will distract us from the things we should be doing. When a person is worrying or stressing about something sometimes it puts them into a state where they get nothing done because they are basically tied up by the concern to the point where they feel paralyzed to do anything else.
I think that is why 1 Thessalonians tells us to encourage the disheartened. I think when one is discouraged then it is difficult for them to be doing the things they should be doing. This can be as destructive as if you were doing nothing at all because you were choosing to do so. Terrific example, Mark! I heard one quote, and I may have it in a future post, that said, "Laziness is doing anything except what we're supposed to be doing.
At least, that's what happens with me. I go in the wrong direction in my mindset when I am bothered by something. And the fact that it's a choice certainly does make it all the more damaging. Sometimes it is hard to move away from that which is discouraging us and it helps to have someone come along side and encourage us. I think we should look for times to do this for those we care about. I agree, Mark. Not only should we desire to be encouragers, but we should seek out opportunities to do so.
This definitely happens to me, Mark. I find that the sooner I deal with the emotion, the sooner I can get back to work because the emotional paralyzes me. The longer we let it linger, the more power it has over us. A principle I am trying to teach my youngest, who is a very emotional child.
Great thoughts Kari. Once we make laziness or idleness a habit it becomes harder to break. It's why we have to make sure we are active and pursing our purpose and dreams, which can help prevent a lazy or idleness mindset.
Knowing the definitions of each word can help us have a proper perspective. Great post! I have really been getting into definitions lately and am amazed at how much clarity doing so brings. Hopefully this is a solid way to start the series. And, I am all for preventing bad habits from forming rather than trying to break them.
Much easier that way for sure. Looking forward to this, Kari — as you know, laziness is one of my struggles. I'm getting much better, but can still use lots of help. We all have progress to make. I think everyone has some area that laziness and idleness creep in for some reason. I know I do. I actually started the perfectionism series, and I think perfectionism definitely connects with it for me. Skip to content. Watch a short video lesson, read the transcript and share the infographics.
Table of Contents. Harry Harry is a native English teacher with over 10 years of experience both online and in face-to-face lessons. With his extensive experience in business, he specialises in Business English lessons but happily teaches ESL students with any English learning needs. Difference between Lazy and Idle. Share and help other students to improve English language skills. Share on facebook.
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