It's something that most people do NOT do, and if you do.... it is a better way of living life! So....What does it mean to live in the moment?
Living in the moment means living in the now, the present. Enjoying what you are doing at that time without worrying about what happened yesterday, earlier that day or what may happen tomorrow. It means being fully engaged in whatever it is that you are doing at that present moment without letting your thoughts wonder off to other things.
I invite you to take notice if you live in the moment. I think it is safe to say you are probably NOT....Most people don't. The good news is that this is not impossible to learn, though it is a practice and will take some time to change, but is so worth it!
I have been practicing this for quite some time now and when I find myself not being in the moment, I quickly snap myself back into the present. It's a conscious effort so make sure you are aware of yourself and your thoughts. I find that living in the moment makes me feel like I am getting the most out of life or whatever the activity is I'm doing, I take everything in, I enjoy things in a different way, I've learned to slow it down, I don't take things for granted, I appreciate everything and I feel happier. Living in the moment also teaches and allows you to break from the things that you may feel worried or stressed out about. Therefore, you are not constantly worried or stressed and in turn helps you cope better and enjoy life!
Here are just some of the ways I practice to stay in the moment that will help you too:
- The best way to live in the moment is to live like today is your last day!
- When you wake up in the morning, be thankful and appreciative that you are alive!
- Spend time in/with nature. Listen to the birds chirp, take in the color of the sky, flowers, the grass, the trees, the beauty that nature really does have to offer us.
- Breath in the air, close your eyes and listen to your surroundings.
- When you are spending time with your partner, family or friends, disconnect from electronics and be in that moment with them.
- Donate when you can, volunteer, be a part of an organization that makes you feel good.
- Start to appreciate the things you normally wouldn't, like appreciating your body, limbs, eyes, etc.
- Take in all that your senses have to offer, seeing, hearing, touch, and smell and appreciate that you are able to do those things.
- Slow your pace.
My Thoughts:
You can't get back yesterday and you can't predict tomorrow so all you can do is live for TODAY!
