Most people don’t waste time, money, or opportunities on purpose.

They usually just don’t realize how valuable they are.

We naturally think impact comes from big plans and important goals.

But it’s usually the unnoticed moments—a distracted look, a sharp word, a missed chance to engage—that shape the people closest to us.

We overestimate the weight of our intentions and underestimate the power of our presence.

Because you only steward what you truly cherish. And you only cherish what you see as valuable.

A few things worth cherishing:

1. Cherish your insecurities. Insecurity isn’t weakness—it’s insight. It simply shows what you care about and where you long to grow. When you hide it, it becomes shame. When you share it, it becomes connection. Vulnerability is the doorway to trust.

2. Cherish your frustration. Frustration is a mile marker—it points to what matters and where unity is needed. It’s not the enemy; it’s a signpost. The goal isn’t to eliminate it, but to walk through it with purpose. Avoid it, and you’ll drift. Embrace it, and you’ll grow.

3. Cherish the present. The present is the only place you can actually affect change. Everything else—past regret, future fantasy—is an illusion. Who you want to become isn’t found in tomorrow. It’s in the next word, the next moment, the next small step you choose right now.

You don’t need more time.

You just need to value the time you already have.

And when you start to cherish it, you’ll steward it well.