I want to be serious, but the environment is too lax

I've always wanted to do things seriously, but the environment I'm in often makes it hard to get motivated. People around me are casual and perfunctory, procrastinating whenever possible, with noisy and scattered rhythms. Over time, I started to wonder: does being serious actually make me stand out awkwardly? This conflict makes me tired and makes me realize that wanting to be serious isn't easy, especially in an environment that doesn't encourage it. I used to try to do things just well enough, like everyone else. On the surface, it was easier, but I felt uneasy inside. Because I knew that tasks I'd rushed through would eventually have to be dealt with by me; the time saved by slacking off often turned into more anxiety and regret. Being serious isn't about showing off to anyone, it's about taking responsibility for myself. When I'm willing to finish something and do it well, even if no one praises me, there's a sense of inner stability. Later, I learned not to use the environment as the sole excuse. If the environment is lax, I'll establish order within my own small sphere: put my phone away before class or work, break tasks into small steps, and set clear deadlines for myself. Even if I only focus for thirty minutes a day, consistent accumulation can slowly help me regain my rhythm. I also found that instead of complaining that others aren't serious, it's better to do what I can control well first. When I stabilize myself, I'm less likely to be swept away by the surrounding atmosphere. Of course, I'm not saying I have to fight alone or carry everything myself. Sometimes, finding one or two companions who also want to improve to remind each other, or moving to a library or a quiet corner to work, can help me temporarily escape the lax atmosphere. What's truly important is to be clear about where I'm heading.