"Nunca dejes para mañana la diversión que puedes tener hoy."

Putting off fun for tomorrow is a trap we often fall into. The core idea here? Life is short, and joy shouldn't be delayed. When we push off enjoyable moments, we risk never experiencing them, as tomorrow isn’t guaranteed.

Think back to the early 20th century, when Mark Twain, who’s often credited with this saying, was writing. He lived in a time when life was unpredictable and filled with hardships—probably more so than today. People then needed that reminder: take the opportunity to enjoy life now, because who knows what’s next?

Now, let's think of a vivid real-life example. Imagine you’re a working parent. Your job is demanding, and you rarely see your kids. One Friday night, they ask you to play a board game. Tempting as it is to say you’re too tired, you decide to play. The kids laugh, you bond, and you create memories that they—and you—will treasure. By choosing fun today, you’ve enriched your lives in a way that wouldn’t have happened if you waited for a “better” time.

So, how can you apply this wisdom? Start by acknowledging that there will never be a perfect time for fun. It’s easy to get caught up in our responsibilities and think we’ll enjoy life later, but that “later” might never come. Next time you’re tempted to postpone joy, remind yourself of the unexpected nature of life. Try to balance responsibilities with moments of happiness. It’s all about making small, conscious choices.

To bring this more to life, imagine your life as a series of opportunities. Picture this scenario: You’re at a coffee shop, catching up with an old friend who’s in town just for the weekend. You’ve got a lot of work waiting at home, and you’re thinking about cutting the visit short. But then, you recall the essence of this quote. Instead of leaving, you stay. You talk for hours, reminiscing, laughing, and reaping the joy of rekindling that connection. You leave the coffee shop feeling uplifted, deeply happy, and strangely, even a bit more energized to tackle your work later. That conversation—those hours—could never be replicated. It was a one-time event that brought immense joy simply because you chose to embrace it when it came.

So, the next time you’re faced with a choice between fun and something that can wait, ask yourself: Will I regret missing this moment of joy? Often, the answer will be clear. Don’t wait for tomorrow. Live now. Enjoy the fun today.