I think the idea many people have is that being hardworking is something you decide on your own and not related to your genes. Being lazy is seen as a character

I think the idea many people have is that being hardworking is something you decide on your own and not related to your genes. Being lazy is seen as a character flaw that a person could change rather than something more innate. I think they're right to a degree, but I'm also guessing that it's easier for some people to not be lazy than others.