Your Biggest Lie:"I Have Time"
- elby
- Jan 22, 2024
- 3 min read
We frequently comfort and lie to ourselves with the idea, "I have time." This seemingly innocent assumption is, in fact, one of the most significant illusions we tell ourselves. An inner voice lulls us into a false feeling of security as if we can command limitless tomorrows. However, time is like a river that flows relentlessly forward into the Sea of Procrastination. Actioning now is the critical first step in breaking the bonds of procrastination and complacency. In other words, stop the self-soothing bullshit that tomorrow is there for stuff to get done.

Life's Unpredictable Journey
The only predictable thing is the unpredictable nature of life. We create plans, establish objectives, and dream big, yet we often forget that our life canvas may alter instantly. The assumption that we have a lot of time to accomplish our goals is risky. The brutal fact is that life is brief, and the future is uncertain. Embracing the present becomes not simply a choice but a must for a life lived entirely and without regret.
Trap of Tomorrow: Your Biggest Lie
Procrastination is a clever opponent. It tells us that there is always tomorrow to start over, take the first step, and make a difference. However, we frequently overlook the current possibility in our pursuit of the ideal moment. Tomorrow becomes a mystical country where our work and accomplishments are presumably stored. However, we will never reach this place since each day delivers a new 'tomorrow' full of hollow promises.
Breaking Free of Procrastination
The fight against procrastination starts with a single action made today. It must be realising that every moment is a chance to make every day a day that moves you closer to your destination. Breaking from the constraints of "I'll do it tomorrow" takes deliberate work and resolve. It requires us to abandon the game of procrastination and instead pursue action and purpose.
Break free from self-pity, which can be a false sense of comfort. It surrounds us with excuses and reasons why we can't or shouldn't proceed. Sitting on the throne of pity, we become spectators in our lives, letting chances go by. But we aren't supposed to be passive spectators. We are creators, doers, and achievers. Rising from this throne entails shedding the shroud of lethargy and excuses to embrace our inherent resilience and power.
Power of Now
The current moment has enormous power. It is the only time we own, the one time we can act, change, and have an impact. Embracing the 'now' means realising that every second is valuable, every minute is an opportunity, and every hour is a gift. I know many people who thought it was different, and the gift of another day never came. So it's about making the most of the current moment, not racing against the clock, but celebrating the time we have.
Taking Action: Turning Dreams into Reality
Dreams are figments of our minds unless we give them life through action. It's simple to imagine a future complete with prosperity and pleasure. However, realising these ambitions requires bravery and work. Taking action means getting off our ass, out of our comfort zone, confronting our anxieties, and get 'it' done. Now, not tomorrow or someday, now!
Final Thought: Accepting Life's Impermanence
Your biggest lie, "I have time," is a lie that prevents us from fulfilling our lives to their utmost potential. Understanding and accepting life is not about dread or worry but about empowerment. It's a call to action, a reminder to enjoy every moment, seize the day, and make the most of our time. Let us not spend another second in the fantasy of infinite tomorrows. Let us make today count, for it is our only day.