Along this journey, I’ll be sharing not only the lessons I’ve learned but also the challenges and experiences that shaped me into who I am today.

It’s all part of my growth—because it’s through these moments that I’ve found deeper meaning, embraced change, and aligned myself with the path of Torah to live the best life possible.

The Allure of Procrastination

Let’s face it, procrastination is something we all deal with. For me, as someone with ADHD, it felt like a constant companion. I would procrastinate on everything—pushing tasks off as long as possible, even asking for extensions when I couldn’t delay them further.

It wasn’t because I didn’t care, but because, like many people with ADHD, I couldn’t get myself to do anything that wasn’t (INCUP) Interesting, Novel, Challenging, Urgent, or Passionate.

But here’s the thing—procrastination isn’t limited to those with ADHD. It’s a human challenge, and Torah offers timeless wisdom that helps all of us overcome it.

Unexpected Benefits of Last-Minute Efforts

I used to work as a consultant for Ford dealerships across Western Canada, helping with their digital strategy.

While I enjoyed the client meetings, coaching, and training aspects, I wasn’t always passionate about the pre- and post-meeting work, like conducting audits. I’d often procrastinate on the audits until the last minute, sometimes waking up at 4 a.m. to finish them before meeting later that morning.

Interestingly, procrastination occasionally worked to my advantage. During meetings, when a dealership claimed they’d already fixed an issue I identified, I could say with confidence, “I just did the audit this morning.”  The urgency had sharpened my focus and ended up helping me.

However, the Torah teaches us a higher standard, one rooted in Zerizut, or zeal.

Avraham Avinu exemplifies this trait. When Hashem commanded him to take Yitzchak to the Akeida, Avraham didn’t delay; he rose early in the morning to saddle his donkey, eager to fulfill Hashem’s will.

This level of commitment is something we should strive for, especially in performing mitzvot.

Zerizut and Living With Purpose

Pirkei Avot advises, “Be bold as a leopard, light as an eagle, swift as a deer, and strong as a lion to do the will of your Father in Heaven.”

This isn’t just poetic advice; it’s a guide to living a life of action and purpose. We’re encouraged to seize the moment, especially when it comes to mitzvot, and not fall into the trap of procrastination.

The opposite of procrastination is not just productivity but spiritual alignment with Hashem’s will. When we delay, we are often saying, “I don’t want to face this now” or “I’m afraid of what might happen.”

But a person with strong faith knows that Hashem is with them in every step, and they can act swiftly and confidently.

Over the past two years, I found myself procrastinating more than I’d like to admit.

It wasn’t just about the tasks—it was a deeper issue of fulfillment. I began to feel that my work lacked the meaning it once had.

It was as though Hashem was sending me subtle messages, much like when He told Avraham, “Lech Lecha”, to leave behind everything familiar and trust Him on a new journey.

Trusting Hashem and Moving Forward

Like Avraham, I didn’t know exactly where Hashem was leading me, but the message was clear: Just do it. Trust Him.

That meant leaving behind the world I’d spent nine years building. It wasn’t easy, but I knew Hashem was guiding me, and that faith gave me the strength to keep moving forward.

In hindsight, I realize that my procrastination—both in my work and in embracing this new journey—was rooted in a struggle with Emunah (faith) and Bitachon (trust).

It wasn’t that I didn’t believe, but fear and doubt sometimes clouded my ability to fully trust in Hashem’s plan. We all face moments like this, where hesitation and uncertainty hold us back.

But the Torah teaches that when we take a leap with faith and act with confidence, Hashem is there to guide us, helping us achieve more than we could have imagined.

A Lesson from the Kohanim

In the Beit Hamikdash, there was an Avoda (service) called Trumat HaDeshen, where a Kohen would remove ashes from the previous day’s korbanot (offerings). It was essentially cleaning up from yesterday. 

While it may seem like a mundane task, it was considered a high form of service, and the Kohanim would even race to perform it and would wear their Kohanic garments when doing so.  This shows us that even the “small” or seemingly dirty or unattractive tasks are holy and meaningful.

In our daily lives, this applies to everything we do. Whether it’s cleaning the house, doing the laundry, or tackling a never-ending to-do list, these tasks are all part of building a Jewish home. 

When going out to work to earn a living, we are doing the mitzvot of Hishtadlut and of Chesed.

When we view them as part of our Avodat Hashem, they become elevated and meaningful. Just like the Kohanim in the Beit Hamikdash, we’re serving Hashem through these acts.  Doing exactly what Hashem wants us to be doing.

Changing Perspective: From Procrastination to Passion

Sometimes we all face tasks that seem tedious or uninspiring. But is it really the task itself, or have we simply lost sight of its deeper purpose? When we shift our perspective and recognize that every task—no matter how small—is an opportunity to serve Hashem, everything changes.

Each moment becomes a chance to infuse our lives with passion and purpose, turning even the most mundane activities into meaningful acts of service to the King of Kings.

This idea is beautifully illustrated in the popular mashal (metaphor) of a human king. If an earthly king offered us any job, no matter how menial, we would eagerly accept it just to be in his presence. How much more so should we view our daily tasks as opportunities to serve Hashem, the King of all Kings.

Every action we take—no matter how small—becomes part of His divine plan, elevating even the simplest efforts into meaningful service.

Trust Hashem and Live With Zeal

As we approach Rosh Hashana, it’s the perfect time to reflect on how we can elevate our Avodat Hashem to the next level.

Like the Kohen who removed yesterday’s ashes, we can approach each day with renewed passion, knowing that every action—no matter how small—is a form of service to Hashem.

When we live this way—aligning our actions with Hashem’s will—procrastination fades away. We stop delaying because we recognize the value of every moment, every mitzvah, and every seemingly mundane task.

As we deepen our appreciation for our relationship with Hashem, the desire to serve Him fills us with passion and zeal. This passion drives us forward, removing the need to procrastinate, and allowing us to embrace our responsibilities with joy and purpose.

This is truly living the dream: a life guided by Torah, filled with meaning, passion, and unwavering trust in Hashem.

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