I’m 75… The ‘I Have Time’ Lie Ruined 55 Years (Don’t Do This)

I’m 75 years old, and I spent 55 years believing a lie that almost cost me everything. In this video, I’m sharing the phone call at age 61 that shattered my "perfect" life and forced me to realize I was living on autopilot. We all pay the "Someday Tax"—that hidden cost of postponing our joy, our relationships, and our health until "things calm down." But here is the hard truth: life never calms down on its own. If you are currently waiting for the "perfect time" to start living, please watch this. I’m sharing the three promises I made in an oncology waiting room that changed the last 14 years of my life. Learn from my regrets before they become yours. In this video, we discuss: The danger of the "When things calm down" mindset. Why "Malignant" was the most important word I ever heard. The "Someday Tax" we pay on our relationships. How to stop living your life in installments. 3 Practical promises to reclaim your time today. YOUR MOVE: Don't let your brain smooth this over. If you want accountability, leave a comment with these three words: “Today, I will…” and finish the sentence with the one thing you’ve been postponing. I read every comment. WATCH NEXT: [Link to another video] #lifeadvice #regrets #somedaytax #lifelessons #over70 #productivity #intentionalliving ABOUT THE SOMEDAY TAX The Someday Tax is where “later” gets audited. Real life moves fast. Most people don’t realize what they’re trading away until it’s gone—health, relationships, time, and the experiences that actually matter. This channel delivers honest, story-driven lessons about the hidden cost of procrastination, people-pleasing, chasing status, and living on autopilot. Stop paying the tax. Start living the life. New episodes every week featuring hard truths about time, regret, and priorities from those who’ve lived long enough to see the patterns. DISCLAIMER This content is for educational and inspirational purposes only. The stories shared on this channel are designed to provide life advice and wisdom through storytelling. The person in this video is AI-generated; however, the lessons, script, and advice are compiled from real-life experiences and universal human wisdom. These are personal perspectives and should not replace professional medical, financial, or legal guidance. Please consult appropriate professionals for specific matters.