“Do not boast about tomorrow, for you do not know what a day may bring forth.” -Proverbs 27:1

You’ve likely heard the word ‘procrastinate’ and you may have even done it a time or two. Generally, I have a choice to either act and do what I have chosen to do or I can chose not to participate. Procrastination is a form of inaction or indecision where action is required. Sometimes there is a good reason to delay action; such as waiting for preferred conditions. A married couple, for example, may delay starting a family in order to allow career progression. A Captain might delay sailing to avoid an imminent storm. In short, some delays are productive in the long run. Procrastination carries the connotation of delay for negative reasons; likely avoidance or uncertainty.

When there is not a reasonable expectation of a positive gain when delaying an action, there may be a heart issue. A pause or hesitation comes with doubt, misperception, or fear. If that heart issue is not checked and brought to light, a pattern can emerge. A pause repeated becomes a long pause and a lifestyle of inaction.

Have you found yourself stuck in the long pause? It’s time to get moving. Take an inventory of the things you want to do and identify the obstacles you have let slow you down. Find a sound-board in someone who can help you create an action plan if needed.