RE: Another Lesson from The Mountain Is You by Brianna Wiest

Now, I want to add my own take on this, especially focusing on procrastination because it's something we all battle with.

Like the saying goes;"Procrastination is the thief of time; if it's not nipped in the bud on time, regret and pain would be the order of the day."

But let's make this heavier and more practical. Procrastination doesn't just steal minutes or hours,it robs you of your potential future. Think about it, every time you put off that important task, like starting a new business idea, exercising, or even having a tough conversation, you're not just delaying action. You're letting that deeper need (maybe fear of rejection or feeling overwhelmed) grow stronger, like a weed choking out a garden.
Drawing from Wiest's idea, if self-sabotage is ignoring a need, then procrastination is often the alarm bell we silence instead of listening to.

In Nigeria, where life in places like Onitsha is full of hustle,balancing work, family, and side gigs,procrastination can feel like a quick escape. But it's a trap. It protects you short-term from discomfort, but long-term, it builds a wall between you and your goals. Imagine wanting to learn a new skill for a better job, but fear of not being good enough makes you scroll social media instead. Days turn into weeks, and suddenly, opportunities pass you by. That's the thief in action: time gone, regrets piling up, and pain from knowing you could have done more.

In the end, if we ignore these deeper needs, procrastination doesn't just thief time,it steals joy, growth, and the life we dream of. But by facing it head-on, we reclaim our power.

Like you said @samostically, we are all works in progress, so let's turn those symptoms into steps forward.