Last year, my uncle showed me his method for storing lawnmower parts over the winter, which included pre-lubrication. I used to dismiss that as unnecessary fuss, believing parts would just wear out on their own schedule regardless. Your post reframed it entirely, making me see that delay is actually a choice that compounds costs and waste. Parkerbrown’s extension of that logic to our disposable habits really cemented the lesson for me. This isn’t just about bearings, it’s about resisting the ingrained convenience that tells us replacement is easier. That shift in perspective feels crucial for more than just machinery.