We’ve all been there: knowing exactly what we should do, but choosing the complete opposite. Whether it’s deciding to scroll through Instagram at 3 a.m. when you need to wake up early, or binge-eating junk food just before starting that new diet. Here’s a light-hearted look at some of the ways we all (unintentionally) self-destruct:

The “Last-Minute Deadline Racer” We all have that one friend (or, let’s be honest, we are that friend) who waits until five minutes before the deadline to start a project. Procrastination is the ultimate self-destruct button one that comes with a rush of adrenaline and a touch of regret. It’s like setting a trap for future you and laughing from the sidelines.
With the “Just One More Episode” Mentality Netflix asks, “Are you still watching?” Of course, you are! It’s only 2 a.m., and you have to work in four hours. Who needs sleep anyway? The cycle of sleep deprivation begins here, and we know we’re doing it to ourselves, but that cliffhanger was too intense to stop.

The “Salad Tomorrow” Syndrome Ever promised yourself you’ll eat healthier tomorrow? Only to find yourself ordering a large pizza and washing it down with soda because tomorrow hasn’t arrived yet. This self-destructive cycle of “dieting tomorrow” never seems to end but hey, you’re living your best life today!

The Social Media Spiral Planning to take a five-minute break but ending up in a two-hour deep dive into the lives of random strangers you’ll never meet. Sure, you’re supposed to be working on that presentation, but now you know exactly how your old classmate’s dog celebrated his birthday.

The “I Can Make This Work” Optimist Whether it’s trying to fit into a pair of jeans from high school or attempting to catch a train that’s clearly about to leave, we often set ourselves up for small failures. But hey, it’s all part of the adventure, right?

In the end, we all have our moments of self-destruction, and that’s perfectly fine. Sometimes the best stories come from the chaos of our own making! Plus, tomorrow is a brand-new day to (hopefully) make better choices.

By Edima Columbus