Tired of Being Lazy?

How to Overcome Laziness: Empowering Your Day with Dua and Dhikr

Laziness can be one of the most frustrating challenges to overcome. Whether it’s a lack of motivation or simply feeling drained, it can hinder our productivity and prevent us from reaching our full potential.

However, as believers, we have the tools to transform this energy into motivation and productivity.

One powerful method to combat laziness is to incorporate dua and dhikr into your daily routine. These acts not only align us spiritually but also elevate our mindset, helping us approach tasks with a renewed sense of purpose.

Dua for Overcoming Laziness

The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) taught us beautiful supplications to seek help from Allah in times of difficulty. When dealing with laziness, the following dua can be especially helpful:

اللهم إني أعوذ بك من الهم والحزن والعجز والكسل والبخل والجبن وضلع الدين وغلبة الرجال

Transliteration:

"Allahumma inni a'udhu bika min al-hammi wal-huzni wal-'ajzi wal-kasali wal-bukhli wal-jubni wa dal'i-d-dini wa ghalabat ar-rijal."

Translation:

"O Allah, I seek refuge in You from anxiety and sorrow, from weakness and laziness, from miserliness and cowardice, and from the burden of debts and from the oppression of men."

Reciting this dua regularly, especially when you feel a lack of motivation, helps center your focus on the things that matter most and calls upon Allah’s mercy for strength and energy.

Another powerful way to combat laziness and strengthen your resolve is through the dhikr:

"Laa ilaaha illaallahu wahdahu laa shareeka lah lahul el mulk wa lahul hamd yuhyee wa yumeet wa huwa alaa kul shay'in Qadeer."

This beautiful dhikr translates to:

"None has the right to be worshipped but Allah alone, Who has no partner. His is the dominion and His is the praise. He brings life and He causes death, and He is Able to do all things."

It is a reminder of Allah’s sovereignty and power, realigning our hearts with the divine purpose for which we were created.

How to Incorporate This Dhikr into Your Routine

To experience the benefits of this dhikr, it’s recommended to recite it 100 times in the morning and 100 times in the evening. Here's how you can incorporate it into your day:

After Fajr or in the Morning: Set aside 5–10 minutes after Fajr prayer or at a quiet moment in the morning to recite the dhikr. Repeat 100 times.

After Asr or Maghrib, recite the dhikr again. You may also reflect on your accomplishments for the day and ask Allah (SWT) to help you with anything you may have missed or fallen short on. Repeat the dhikr 100 times.

This simple practice can work wonders in clearing your mind of distractions, lifting the burden of laziness, and enhancing your focus and determination.

A Faith-Driven Approach to Overcoming Laziness

Overcoming laziness isn’t just about pushing through with sheer willpower. It’s about aligning yourself with a clear purpose and goal, and seeking strength from Allah (SWT). By integrating dua and dhikr into your daily life, you’ll find that not only does laziness fade away, but your productivity and connection with Allah (SWT) deepen as well.

Remember—like everything in life, consistency is what makes the difference.