Society has taught us
To work our very best
Ignoring all the signs
Our body needs to rest

So when we finally fall
And pause to catch a breath
They dare call us “lazy”
For not working to death

They’ve long since forgotten
To balance life and work
Convincing themselves that
Resting is a shirk

Don’t let their hustle fool you
And don’t believe the lies
For “Lazy” is a construct
That's ignored by the wise

So listen to your body
Relax here for a while
Become the couch potato
And do what makes you smile!

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