The term “Carpe Diem” is Latin for “Seize the Day.” Unfortunately, this is not what people have in mind when they live day to day.

It seems apparent to me that as soon as I roll out of bed in the morning I’m already relishing the thought of the day being over. Most of us spend our days staring at the clock wishing, waiting, wanting.

While we’re anticipating the passing of time, we miss out on something: every day is a gift. Why waste away our days full of dread when we can celebrate the time we still have?

Everyone should realize there is no turning back the clock. If your someone who sits at home on the weekends, go out and live a little. Go to a sports event, be with friends, or do anything to make that day count.

If you’re someone who never does homework and is barely skating by in a class, do your work and accomplish something to improve your grades. If you’re someone who thinks a good exercise is changing channels on the remote, go outside and be truly active.

So often I hear people list off regret after regret when they reflect on their life. Or how the many opportunities they would take advantage of if they could go back. I know I personally want to be able to look back on my life and appreciate the way I cherished my days. Whether it’s making memories or making grades, we all need to live life instead of letting it pass us by.

After all, we’re all allotted so much time in life, why wouldn’t you want to live to the best of your ability. So go on, take risks, live in the moment, and seize the day!