The fallout of this practice could be as simple as neglecting one’s daily responsibilities or feeling a drop in one’s productivity levels, as well as a noticeable withdrawal from social relationships. Consistently shunning one’s work or personal responsibilities certainly has a negative impact on one’s life and relationships. Further, a prolonged sedentary lifestyle could lead to physical health issues like back pain, poor posture, and loss of musculature, which interfere with daily activities and normal routines.

At its worst, bed rotting worsens mental health problems by causing anxiety and depression. According to meditation coach Alma Dhingra, simply lying in bed and doing nothing can exacerbate one’s depressive thoughts. “It might make you feel more vulnerable and more fearful about facing life,” she says.

In this context, she shares the example of a client of hers who had fallen in a rut at work. To counter the professional burnout, she deliberately ignored her work responsibilities and lay in bed for three-four days at a stretch, watching mindless TV shows, bingeing on sugary confections, and endlessly shopping online. Dhingra guided her out of the situation by encouraging her to step out for a walk for just 15 minutes every day. “After a week of doing so, she felt a difference,” says Dhingra.

Rohra agrees with this assessment. To people stuck in cycles of inaction, she recommends breaking the habit with small, consistent actions—starting with something as simple as going to the washroom to brush their teeth. “It’s important to focus on baby steps and small wins. These easy micro goals slowly help them regain structure and motivation,” she adds.

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