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We live in a fast paced world. We are plugged in and connected 24/7. In fact rarely do we even turn our mobiles off these days.
People expect you to respond to their texts, emails, and voice mails immediately and if you don’t you must reply explaining first why you are just getting around to it.
We can tend to be on autopilot for many tasks, driving, housework etc. We aren't really aware of what we are doing and in the same moment we may not really be present in the moment by moment of our lives.
Even when doing nothing in our own heads there is the constant chatter, the planning, worrying, thinking about the past, the future, today. It never ends.
By becoming more aware of our thoughts and feelings from moment to moment we allow the possibility of greater freedom and choice.
"Do not dwell in the past, do not dream of the future, concentrate the mind on the present moment." Buddha.
People expect you to respond to their texts, emails, and voice mails immediately and if you don’t you must reply explaining first why you are just getting around to it.
We can tend to be on autopilot for many tasks, driving, housework etc. We aren't really aware of what we are doing and in the same moment we may not really be present in the moment by moment of our lives.
Even when doing nothing in our own heads there is the constant chatter, the planning, worrying, thinking about the past, the future, today. It never ends.
By becoming more aware of our thoughts and feelings from moment to moment we allow the possibility of greater freedom and choice.
- Stop, notice and reflect on something in nature. Do you ever stop to look at the trees, the flowers, and the sky? Taking a moment to stop and reflect on the natural beauty that surrounds you cal allow you to feel gratitude, happiness and the sense of connection to our internal and external realities.
- Train your mind to be optimistic. "Watch your thoughts, they become your words, watch your words, they become actions, watch your actions, they become habits, watch your habits they become character and watch your character." Frank Outlaw
- Just breath. Breathing is such a subconscious exercise, but by focusing on deep breathes we become aware of our bodies and ground ourselves into the present moment.
- Pay attention. sight, sound, smell and taste. Pretend whatever you are doing it is the last time you'll ever experience it. Slow down, enjoy the moment.
- Look to children. My little boy shows me time and time again how he lives in the present moment and how much joy can be had from it. He wakes up with a big smile on his face and sometimes even dancing! Get out of bed on the right track can set you up for the day ahead. So no waking up with a groan and an alarm clock.
- Before sleep. Be aware of three things that happened that day you are grateful for.
"Do not dwell in the past, do not dream of the future, concentrate the mind on the present moment." Buddha.