You Are Not Lazy, You Are Wired Wrong!
In You Are Not Lazy, You Are Wired Wrong!, Dr. Bhavya Thareja takes a hammer to one of the most pervasive modern myths — that our failures to stay disciplined, consistent, or motivated stem from laziness. Through a mix of science, storytelling, and humor, she argues something radically liberating: you’re not broken — your system is.
This book isn’t another self-help sermon. Instead, it’s structured as a 30-day “habit rewire program”, where each short chapter distills the essence of a popular habit-building classic — from Atomic Habits to The Power of Habit — into bite-sized lessons that are funny, practical, and incredibly doable. Every “day” includes a story about Rohan, a fictional yet deeply relatable character who represents the inner voice of every modern struggler: the one who has all the apps, plans, and intentions, but somehow still ends up bingeing Netflix at midnight.
Dr. Thareja introduces a clear framework: awareness, design, mindset, and mastery. Instead of asking readers to overhaul their lives, she asks them to observe their behavior loops — cue → routine → reward — and change the middle link. Her message is simple: “You can’t erase habits; you can only rewrite them.” The beauty of this book lies in its mix of science-backed explanation and real-life examples that make psychology feel like everyday common sense.
Where this book truly stands apart is its tone. It doesn’t talk down to the reader. It’s witty, conversational, and full of modern references — from memes to WhatsApp procrastination. Each page feels like a friendly nudge from a friend who’s been there. Even the exercises — quick workbooks and reflection prompts — feel natural and non-preachy. You’re encouraged to “show up as you,” flaws and all.
Rohan’s journey acts as the emotional anchor. We see him stumble, restart, and laugh through his progress, making every concept — from motivation myths to environment design — instantly believable. The chapters on motivation as a drama queen, tiny habits, and keystone routines are particularly strong. Dr. Thareja translates behavioral science into tangible, compassionate advice. Her recurring reminder — that systems beat willpower — becomes a gentle mantra by the end.
Unlike most self-help manuals that glorify discipline, this one celebrates self-awareness and design. It’s not about grinding harder but wiring smarter. It’s about understanding why your brain craves instant gratification — and learning how to redirect it.
By the final section, “Lock It In,” readers feel equipped not only with strategies but with a mindset shift. The book doesn’t promise transformation overnight; it promises understanding, which in itself is a quiet revolution.
You Are Not Lazy, You Are Wired Wrong! is refreshing, humane, and deceptively simple. It’s the book you gift to yourself when you’re tired of chasing “motivation” and ready to build momentum instead.
Title: You Are Not Lazy, You Are Wired Wrong!
Author: Dr Bhhavya Tharejaa
Publisher: Evincepub Publishing
