In ‘The Lazy Genius Way’, Kendra Adachi introduces a unique approach to simplifying life and focusing on what truly matters. The book offers practical tools to help readers prioritize and achieve balance in their daily experiences, while letting go of the unnecessary.
Embrace Lazy Genius Principles
Adopt the 13 core Lazy Genius principles to help you navigate life with refinement and discernment.
These principles provide a customizable approach to help you decide what matters most and how to effectively deal with the rest.
Tackle the ‘Right Thing at the Right Time’
Maximize your time and energy by identifying the right tasks for the right moments.
Prioritize and sequence activities to create a harmonious workflow and avoid feeling overwhelmed.
Streamline Your Life
Apply the principles of minimalism to declutter and organize your home, relationships, and goals.
Create systems that reduce the strain of decision-making and establish a sense of order in your day-to-day life.
Celebrate Progress
Acknowledge and celebrate the progress made, even if it’s not perfect.
Enjoy the journey and the growth that comes from embracing the Lazy Genius Way, letting go of the pursuit of an unattainable ideal.
Live in the Season
Embrace life’s ebb and flow by acknowledging and adapting to your current season.
Align your expectations, goals, and priorities with the reality of your current situation to maintain balance and avoid frustration.
Decide Once
To reduce decision fatigue, establish one-time decisions for recurring scenarios.
Design daily routines, meal plans, and systems that work for you, enabling more time for the truly important things in your life.
Say ‘No’ with Confidence
As a Lazy Genius, it’s crucial to establish boundaries by confidently saying ‘no’ to tasks that don’t align with your priorities.
Protect your time and energy and invest it in what truly matters.
Cultivate Sustainable Energy
Maintain sustainable energy levels by identifying your energy drains and implementing strategies for restoration.
This might involve designating social media-free zones, engaging in self-care practices, or fostering life-giving connections.
Recognize the Power of Start Small
Create meaningful change through small, manageable steps.
Introduce incremental improvements and habits instead of sudden, unsustainable changes, leading to lasting and more substantial progress.
Make Space for the Important Things
Identify and protect your non-negotiable priorities.
Allocate time, energy, and resources for these aspects first, ensuring that they receive the attention they deserve in your life.
