OVERCOMING PROCRASTINATION – IFA’S EMPHASIS ON AKOKO (RIGHT TIMING)
Why We Wait When We Know Better
We’ve all been there—knowing what needs to be done, yet finding a thousand reasons to delay. Procrastination isn’t just a lack of discipline. At its root, it’s often a disconnect from timing. In the modern world, where urgency is glorified and delays are demonized, it’s easy to overlook the wisdom of waiting well.
But what if procrastination isn’t always the problem—what if it’s the timing that’s off?
The Universal Truth: Right Timing is Sacred
Across cultures, there’s a core understanding: there is a time for everything. Seeds don’t bear fruit out of season. Water doesn’t boil faster by staring at it. And success, true success, rarely comes from rushing or delaying—it comes from being aligned with the right moment.
This universal truth shows us that right timing isn’t passive—it’s deeply intentional.
Ifa’s Wisdom on Time: The Principle of Akoko
In Ifa, the concept of Akoko speaks directly to this truth. It reminds us that every action, word, and decision carries its own season. Akoko teaches that time is not just a measurement—it is a spiritual force.
To act too early is to waste energy. To act too late is to lose opportunity. But to act at the exact moment? That is power.
Why We Procrastinate (And What Ifa Says About It)
Most people procrastinate for one of three reasons:
- Fear of failure or success
- Lack of clarity or structure
- Emotional misalignment with the task
Ifa reminds us that when our inner world is not aligned, our outer actions falter. Procrastination may be your spirit’s way of saying: “Something within me is not ready yet.”
But Akoko doesn’t mean sitting around waiting forever. It means engaging in preparation, spiritual alignment, and mindfulness so that when the moment arrives—you move with clarity and confidence.
5 Practical Steps to Work With Akoko and Overcome Procrastination
- Pause Before You Push
Instead of forcing yourself to act, take a deep breath and ask: Is this the right time, or am I reacting from pressure or fear? - Use the 3-Part Akoko Check-In
- Is this needed now?
- Am I emotionally clear?
- Do I have the support I need to act?
- Create Time Anchors
Build your day around meaningful rituals—not just to-dos. Begin your morning with a grounding practice and choose 1–2 actions aligned with purpose, not panic. - Honor Your Rhythms
Akoko honors your body, mind, and spirit. Work when you’re naturally most alert. Rest when your energy dips. Stop treating yourself like a machine. - Celebrate Aligned Action, Not Just Outcomes
Reward yourself not just for completing tasks, but for acting in alignment with what truly matters. This rewires your brain to seek presence, not perfection.
Real-Life Scenario: From Delay to Divine Timing
Imagine you’ve been putting off launching your small business idea. You tell yourself it’s not the “right time,” but weeks turn into months. You feel guilt, dread, and self-doubt.
Using Akoko, you pause and reflect. You realize you’ve been avoiding the launch because of perfectionism and fear of judgment. Once you acknowledge this, you reframe your goal: I don’t have to launch big; I just need to take one aligned step this week.
You choose to create the Instagram bio and post your first introduction. It feels small but significant. You’re no longer waiting—you’re moving with timing, not against it.
In Closing: Align Your Actions with Divine Timing
Overcoming procrastination isn’t about hustling harder—it’s about trusting your inner compass. The wisdom of Akoko teaches us that when your action aligns with the right time, the impact is greater and the process is more peaceful.
When you stop rushing or resisting, you step into sacred flow.
That’s how real progress happens—sustainably, powerfully, and with deep self-respect.