Laziness Does Not Exist by Devon Price

Laziness Does Not Exist

Devon Price

256 pages first pub 2021 (view editions)

nonfiction psychology self help sociology informative inspiring reflective medium-paced
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The reader who will most appreciate Laziness Does Not Exist is anyone who feels perpetually guilty for resting, suspects that self-worth has become unhealthily tied to output, and wants research-backed encouragement to set boundaries around work without shame.

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From social psychologist Dr. Devon Price, a fascinating and thorough examination of what they call the “laziness lie”—which falsely tells us we are not working or learning hard enough—filled with practical and accessible advice for overcoming soci...

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informative: 92%

reflective: 70%

inspiring: 48%

hopeful: 39%

challenging: 26%

emotional: 9%

funny: 2%

lighthearted: 2%

relaxing: 2%

sad: 1%


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