Author Devon Price Says ‘Laziness is a Myth’
Throughout this difficult pandemic year, it's easy to have felt drained, overwhelmed or stretched too thin. There may be shame around the word ‘laziness,’ and people may view being called ‘lazy’ as the ultimate insult. However, laziness may not exist according to social psychologist Devon Price.
The 21st spoke to Price about their new book Laziness Does Not Exist.
Guests:
Devon Price, Clinical Assistant Professor, School of Continuing Professional Studies, Loyola University Chicago and author, Laziness Does Not Exist
Reading “Laziness Does Not Exist” (outside in the gloaming, with a glass of Sauv blanc) and this passage feels like a punch in the gut, because these are prevalent characteristics of academics and academic work. pic.twitter.com/54kcKKjc5c
— Dr Andrea Grover (@AndreaKGrover) March 4, 2021
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