How to Handle a Lazy Day—Without Spiraling or Stalling

Everyone has “lazy days.”

But when you’re a founder?

You don’t always have the luxury of letting those days take over.

There are clients depending on you.

Bills ticking in the background.

People waiting for decisions only you can make.

And worst of all?

Your own mind whispering that you’re falling behind.

Here’s what I’ve learned—

From building, rebuilding after setbacks, helping clients do the same,

and studying leaders like Jocko Willink:

Discipline isn’t punishment.

It’s protection.

Discipline = Freedom.

Not because you’re doing more.

But because you stay grounded when motivation disappears.

On “lazy” days, discipline looks like:

 • Showing up with 20%, not 100% — and knowing that’s enough

 • Sticking to your non-negotiables

 • Moving one thing forward, even just an inch

 • Not quitting the plan just because today feels heavy

What discipline looks like as a founder:

 • Tracking your time even when no one’s watching

 • Writing the hard message, even when it’s uncomfortable

 • Reviewing your numbers—especially when they scare you

 • Closing your laptop at 6PM because rest is part of performance

Discipline creates freedom because it builds a structure that protects your future self:

 • From burnout

 • From regret

 • From waking up six months from now, still stuck

This isn’t hustle culture.

This is leading your day—not letting it lead you.

That’s why the Get Unstuck Method isn’t just strategy.

It’s rooted in behavior design.

Because freedom doesn’t come from waiting for the perfect mood—

It comes from intentional structure, built day by day.

So the next time you feel unmotivated?

Pause.

Then choose one small act of discipline.

Let it anchor you.

Because that’s what gets you unstuck—

Not a perfect mood. A consistent move.