Time is something we all have in equal measure which is 24 hours each day.
But in a way that I still find difficult to understand, our lives are being shaped by time in way that we dont realise untill it is late.
Many people claim they don’t have enough time, but the truth is that most of us waste more time than we admit.
I’ll be honest , I have been a procrastinator. There have been days when I tell myself, “I’ll start that project tomorrow,” only to find myself scrolling endlessly through social media, laughing at memes, or watching random reels that add nothing to my goals. By the time I snap out of it, I am left with panic and regret.
A real turning point for me was when I noticed how quickly a year can pass by without any significant change. I remember my cousin, who decided to learn graphic design. Every night, instead of binge-watching movies like the rest of us, he would spend two hours taking online lessons.
As it standst now, he earns a lot of money designing flyers for business. His free time is what he utilised wisely and now he has strong proofs that daily efforts can change a person.
Do I think 24 hours is enough? Honestly, yes and no. If I plan my day well, I find that I can do everything important. But when I don’t plan, it feels like the day just vanishes. These days, I try to keep a to-do list. I focus on my main tasks in the morning when my energy is highest. After I’m done with work and study, I spend my free time reading or sometimes taking a walk.
One thing I now see as a complete waste of time is mindless scrolling. Social media is helpful when used for learning or connection, but it easily turns into a black hole. Another time-waster for me is unnecessary gossip. I avoid it now because I know my mind could be on better things.
At the end of the day, time really doesn’t wait for anyone.
We can either master it or watch it slip through our fingers. So, are you a procrastinator or a good time manager? Only you can decide what tomorrow will look like. Use your time wisely ,it’s the only thing you can never get back.
