How to Make Time Your Ally

Are you struggling with time? Maybe you often catch yourself saying, "I just don’t have enough time to get things done."Or perhaps you're constantly running late, feeling like time is your enemy.

But here’s the truth—that’s only a perception.

If you’re willing to see time from a new perspective, you can actually turn time into one of your greatest allies. And if you happen to be in my age group, perhaps this story can help you cross the finish line without regret over unfinished projects or abandoned dreams.

Time is fair. It gives each of us the same 24 hours every day. It’s not time that causes the struggle—it’s how we choose to use it. The quickest way to turn time into your ally? Cut out the activities that waste it. This one shift can change your life.

And here’s a little secret: even once you cut those distractions, they’ll try to sneak back in. That’s why it’s so important to keep evaluating and pruning regularly. Be ruthless. Your time is too precious to spend on what doesn’t serve your purpose.

Start small.

If you’ve got a dream or a priority that’s been gathering dust, don’t feel like you need to tackle the whole thing at once. Just pick one area, and set a timer for five minutes. During that short window, block out everything else and give it your full focus. When the timer goes off, if you're in the zone, keep going! You'll be surprised how quickly momentum builds—and how quickly that once-dreaded task is complete.

Here’s another idea:
Make a list of everything you want to accomplish before you die. Call it your legacy list. Rank the items in order of importance, then commit the next thirty days to your top three. Use the five-minute rule first thing in the morning to get started.

Once time becomes your ally, you’ll become a champion at getting things done.

Your days will begin to feel lighter. Your heart fuller. And your finish line? No regrets—only joy.

Have a great day, and remember: you have all the time you need to do what matters most.