Over the weekend, I was catching up with a friend over a plate of mole. As I fought the urge to lick my plate clean, I was transported back to my childhood. I vividly remembered coming home from school and from the moment I opened the door, being greeted by the aroma of spices that told me exactly what was for dinner. Mole is a dish that embodies depth, with each ingredient playing a crucial role in its rich, layered flavor. This traditional Mexican dish requires a careful mix of ingredients to achieve its full complexity. It isn’t something you can throw together at the last minute; it demands careful preparation, a blend of many ingredients and hours of simmering to reach its full potential. This got me thinking about procrastination and how, in both cooking and life, putting things off can be a recipe for disaster.
Just as you can’t rush mole, you can’t delay important tasks and expect quality results — whether it’s in pursuing personal goals, preparing a delicious meal or constructing your financial plan. Procrastination often leads to hasty decisions and missed opportunities. Like the slow, deliberate process of making mole, achieving meaningful outcomes requires starting early, being patient and allowing enough time for things to develop properly.
