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Tags: self improvement, spirituality, living in the present moment
 There are way too many things that we should be thankful about living in the present moment. We’ve heard of that statement before, “Yesterday’s a history, tomorrow a mystery. But what we have right now is a gift—that’s why it’s called “present”. Yes, the beauty of now, the gift of living in the moment.
Have you ever felt a certain irony in life sometimes—that for example, when we are working, we tend to daydream about being on vacation. And when we’re basking in vacation, then we fret about our work and tasks pending on our workstations. Such silly paradox on dwelling on life’s unnecessary ironies.
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For why do our thoughts have to dwell on our historical past and the unforeseen future? Too often we regret about the could-have beens and the what-nots. But have you ever thought and realized that life in all its grand beauty (and madness) unfolds and blossoms in the present, in the divine now.
That’s why living in the moment is a blessing. If we allow the essential present to slip away from our grasps, and busily waste our thoughts to some bygone regrets and wasting priceless moments, the true essence of living in the moment would simply come to waste. We need to start living in the moment—also known as the state of mindfulness.
In this state, you’re more open, dynamic, and your attention is fully wide awake on the present. You’re alert to the experience rather than trying to drift along in life without it. Want to start living in the moment--try these steps to begin the journey. 1.) To develop your work, try not to think too much about it—unselfconsciousness.
2) Concentrate on the now to prevent fretting about the future—relishing. 3) If you’re bothered by something, instead of shying away from it, face it head-on—acceptance. 4) Have a taste of total absorption (which takes place when you become so immersed in your work that you lose track of all that’s happening around you) and let it flow to make the most of your time.
5) More importantly, if you desire to have a future ahead with a potential love interest or your present special someone, dwell in the present—breathe. When you live mindfully with a conscious curiosity it heralds a potent effect on your interpersonal life. Be mindful and awake of being alive and always remember to breathe.
Focus your attention on your breathing—from your inhale to your exhale. The rationale for this is, if you are totally aware of it right now as you breathe, then you are living in the moment. It is not an objective—this is the moment and you’re already in it.
About the author
The author of this article, Amy Twain, is a Self Improvement Coach who has been successfully coaching and guiding clients for many years. Amy recently published a highly successful home study course on how to boost your Self Esteem. More info about this “Quick-Action Plan for A More Confident You” is availableHERE.
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