What fears have you overcome and how?

We all get the same 24 hours every day!

Deshae Frost

From the day we are born to the day we die, “TIME” becomes our preoccupation. No one consciously thinks they are preoccupied with time, but subconsciously the fear grows.

Time is like that nagging itch you can’t scratch because it’s in the spot on your back you can’t reach. We use a lot of methods to get that itch, and when we can finally scratch it, the relief is euphoric.

I would say around the age of two or three, we start to concern ourselves with it. We become that toddler that doesn’t want to go to bed. Mommy at that age starts feeding us the excuse that “it’s time” to go to bed. As we age, our fear of time starts to increase because there are so many challenges in our lives where missing the right time can be detrimental.

We could miss school, miss work, miss our doctor’s appointment. Don’t even think about paying bills or meeting deadlines without considering time. It’s as if the world operates on this invisible schedule, and missing even a single beat can set off a cascade of consequences.

As teenagers, the urgency of time manifests differently. We start to realize that time is limited—a finite resource that we must manage wisely. There’s a constant pressure to balance schoolwork, social life, hobbies, and perhaps part-time jobs. The clock becomes a silent overseer, ticking away as we try to cram as much as possible into each day.

When we move into adulthood, the stakes grow even higher. Career milestones, family responsibilities, and personal goals all compete for our attention. Time management becomes a skill we must master to navigate the complexities of modern life. We set reminders, use planners, and rely on digital calendars to keep us on track. Yet, despite all our efforts, time often feels like it’s slipping through our fingers.

The fear of running out of time can be paralyzing. The concept of a “bucket list” emerges—a collection of dreams and aspirations we hope to achieve before our time is up. We measure our lives in accomplishments, milestones, and memories, always aware of the ticking clock in the background.

But perhaps the true challenge is not just in managing time, but in learning to live within it. To find moments of stillness amidst the hustle, to appreciate the present instead of constantly worrying about the future. To recognize that time, while finite, is also a gift, offering us countless opportunities to grow, learn, and connect with others.

In the end, our relationship with time is a dance—sometimes we lead, sometimes we follow. It’s a constant negotiation, a balancing act that requires mindfulness and intention. And while we may never fully conquer our fear of time, we can strive to make the most of it, one precious moment at a time.

Don’t waste it!