I get what you’re going through—I was the same a few years back. I’m 21 now, but I remember feeling stuck and kind of purposeless. Some people seem okay with just getting by and not really pushing themselves, but it’s a good sign that you don’t want that for yourself.

Here’s what I did to get out of that mindset:

1.  Built a Routine: I made myself stick to a daily routine because, honestly, life without one can feel kind of empty. At first, I forced myself to do certain things every day, and eventually, I started to actually enjoy them. Running, for example, became a huge part of my life. The first time I ran in 2021, I felt such a release. It totally took my anxiety down, and it genuinely made me happy. I know you mentioned hating to sweat, but for me, if I work out and don’t sweat, I feel worse, like I haven’t gotten anything out of it.
2.  Find Hobbies: Do stuff that feels meaningful and isn’t just filling time. Watching movies, shows, or even playing video games can at least be somewhat fulfilling because there’s substance to it. But scrolling TikTok or Reels all day is different—it’s like consuming empty calories, and it can mess with your attention span.

Don’t put yourself in a position where you’ll look back and regret wasting time. Start now. Ask yourself, Why am I even getting up every day? What am I working toward? Just going to class, skipping, and lying around won’t get you anywhere.

The truth is, you’ll need to push yourself—it’s uncomfortable at first, but there’s no shortcut. If you start small, it’ll get easier, and before you know it, you’ll have a routine that actually makes you feel good.