I am a big fan of The Lazy Genius podcast and it was fun to read this book while being able to "hear" Adachi's voice in my head. My biggest takeaway from the podcast is to name what matters to you and build routines etc from that. I feel like that point was woven through the book but not called out as its own item. I think this book details a great approach to improving your life from a place of compassion and efficiency (whereas most productivity-type books really focus on the efficiency). Adachi has a very warm, approachable style and is funny. I would have liked more family examples with teens instead of just little kids. This book has been published and I recommend grabbing a copy!

If you are looking for a step by step rule driven way to make your life easier this isn’t it. But if you are looking for real life solutions that can be applied to real life situations grab it NOW!

This book resignated with me long after I finished it and I’m still thinking about it in every day tasks.

I have always loved Kendra's podcast and I was thrilled to read her book. She gives relevant, practical tips to help simplify life.

Should you have it all and be the perfect version of you or should you ignore what others think and do whatever? Kendra Adachi implores you to take a third path - the lazy genius way. By being a genius about what matters to you and lazy about what doesn't, Adachi promises to help you avoid overwhelm and discover a better way to life. 

Having read so many minimalism/productivity/girl power books recently, I feel like I've read every argument under the sun about living your best life. However, Adachi surprised me with a new take on the topic, combining the best advice in a unique way, always emphasizing the importance of doing what's best for you.

Absolutely loved this book -- so refreshing to have a "self-help" book recognize that not everyone can run a household with military precision. The idea of doing the least to make the most impact is just excellent. Will be recommending this!

The Lazy Genius Way by Kendra Adachi is call to focus on what matters and care less about what does not. It is an amazing, refreshing look at how crazy women make themselves in a Pinterest perfect world and how none of it matters much in the end. I love the ideas behind this book and I think it is perfect for anyone who feels overwhelmed and needs to prioritize their lives. I received a digital copy of this book from the publisher with no obligations. These opinions are entirely my own.

Sometimes "self-help" books like this repeat the same oft-heard advice. Not The Lazy Genius Way. I can honestly say I picked up some new tips while reading it. More importantly, I walked away with a sense of peace and purpose, which I can't say has ever happened with this type of book. Now to remember all this when life gets in the way.

I really enjoyed this book! Kendra gives 13 principles to “lazy genius” your life. As a mom of two girls that I homeschool, being the stay at home mom, wife, homeschool mom, etc. this book really helped me to see that I there are things I can truly let go of and not feel guilty. Thank you so much for this book!

Nothing in this book is brand new information, but that doesn't mean that it isn't worth a read. Kendra has such a gift for providing the ultimate pep talk. I put down this book feeling a renewed sense of confidence in myself, that I really can adult, that I can make great decisions for a great life. This is will be a book that I return to time and time again.

I love this book! The author is a genius - she gave so many good tips I can see myself using. Her concept is so simple but can be utilized in different ways, depending on what's important to the reader. Although I've read the entire book - and underlined things I want to remember - I can see myself referring to it over and over so I can refine my own "lazy genius way." Thank-you to the author and publisher for an ARC of this book - I so appreciate it.

I loved this book and took so many notes to refer back to. I actually liked it so much I purchased a copy for myself. Kendra’s tips are so applicable and easy to do for anyone, no matter how busy they are. It was like chatting with a friend over coffee who was kind and non judge mental. Overall this is a great book for anyone looking to simplify their lives and implement some life giving routines.

The Lazy Genius Way was overall pretty good. I think I would have enjoyed it more as an audiobook but I generally like these types of books as an audiobook. I liked a lot of the messages in The Lazy Genius Way. Some of the stories were very much my everyday life. If you want a book that is simple way to approach life, then this book is for you.

I read this book on a whim. I don’t often do that. I usually regret it. Not this time!

I’m in a season where I needed this book: new mom, working mom, and, uh, pandemic! Everything’s shifted around, under, above, beside, and even in me.

So this book came at the perfect time. Decide once and eliminate decision fatigue? Yes, please. Set some things on autopilot so I can focus on what matters to me? Sign me up!

With an engaging, personable writing style, Kendra gets right to the point in the signature Lazy Genius way that her blog and podcast audience will recognize and new readers (like me!) will quickly love. I recommend this book for gals like me in new seasons in need of all the life hacks!

@thelazygenius gives us a set of thirteen principles, not an instructional manual per se, but a way of thinking that you can apply to any problem that arises; it’s universal.

I read this a couple of weeks ago when I was completely sick and could not to get out of bed for two days. It was the perfect read for that moment (especially the chapter on rest! Which was probably my favorite.)

Friends, this book is LOVELY. Just like Kendra and her podcast. It is a pep talk and a hug from a wise friend. Full of encouragement and real solutions showing you how to be a genius about what matters (to you) and lazy about the things that don’t. I cannot recommend it enough!

Kendra is absolutely a genius and this book is life changing! Highly recommend for anyone looking to "get their life together" but no other ways have worked. The Lazy Genius way works!!

I am new in the lazy genius way community and i am loving it. A few weeks ago I heard a friend talking about this book and how much it had helped her, and the title really got me. I have to confess I did not know what to expect from this book. Once started reading it I realised this book is not like a "chicken soup" that will give you a temporary solution, this amazing book really helps you to identify what matters in your life and in the season where you are in right now. It has been a great tool for me, especially in this season where there are so many uncertain things going on. I am learning to be genius and give the attention to what really matters and be lazy for those things that are not really important. Its a book that's very easy to read and fun! A must read if you get overwhelmed and frustrated with the "to do" list that never seems to end.

I have been listening to Kendra's podcast for such a long time and love all of her tips. This book made me feel seen and when I feel so overwhelmed trying to figure all the things out it gives me a way to lazy genius everything in my life. I loved the personal touches and part of the reason I love Kendra so much is it feels like a good friend that gives you all the greatest advice and also doesn't pretend that everything is perfect and easy

This is the book I didn't know I needed! I've listened to Kendra's podcast for about a year and starting by naming what matters has changed my life, but just having read this book has inspired me to reread it (likely skimming) as a workbook, with a journal, a nice beverage, and some time to really work through the 13 principles. Kendra doesn't tell you what to do, but how to think about it, so these principles truly apply to everyone, if you take the time and effort to work through them (which isn't much because one of the principles is to start small). And y'all the steps she suggests to start applying the principles are SO simple (but not start on vacation simple, which is why I'm going to reread with a journal).

I love the term “Lazy Genius.” As author Kendra Adachi uses it here, “lazy” is not an uncomplimentary adjective meaning “doesn’t do any work” or “doesn’t get anything done.” Instead, “lazy” refers to someone who prefers to work smarter, not harder.
The chapters in this book are packed with tips, strategies, and ideas – so bring your pencil and planner and prepare to think about how and why you do the things you do. The habits, how-tos, and routines that end each chapter will inspire you to make changes and celebrate what you’re already doing well.

Book Title: The Lazy Genius Way

Author: Kendra Adachi

Genre: Self - Help 

Publishing Date: 11 Aug  2020

No. of Pages: 240

Line Summary:

(From Good Reads)Kendra Adachi, the creator of the Lazy Genius movement, invites you to live well by your own definition and equips you to be a genius about what matters and lazy about what doesn't. Everything from your morning routine to napping without guilt falls into place with Kendra's thirteen Lazy Genius principles.

My Review:

I am going to write only the first part of my review because I don't think I have any particular thought /emotional journey while reading it!
This book may be a very clever, genius (maybe lazy genius) to someone but for me, it's very average, bland, and not living up to my hope. All the principles and steps to attain it were already followed by me (I knew it sounds too true to be true)and so I felt nothing special about it . I knew it seems like boasting but they are very easy learning techniques and I am sure most of us already found out and following them without realizing we can write it down as a book! I would appreciate that she thought about them and pen down all her learnings so that others could follow them! I admire that but the book lacks the fire,and lagging in engagement! couldn't read it continuously without feeling bored! it's very practical and so very boring! But if you want some life hacks in a more practical way it would be appealing to you and so I recommend it!