There is Only Now

There is Only Now Being present lets us experience each moment in our lives in a way that cannot be fully lived through memory or fantasy. It can be easy for us to walk through the world and our lives without really being present. While dwelling on the past and living for the future are common pastimes, it is physically impossible to live anywhere but the present moment. We cannot step out our front door and take a left turn to May of last year, any more than we can take a right turn to December 2025. Nevertheless, we can easily miss the future we are waiting for as it becomes the now we are too busy to pay attention to. We then spend the rest of our time playing "catch up" to the moment that we just let pass by. During moments like these, it is important to remember that there is only Now. In order to feel more at home in the present moment, it is important to try to stay aware, open, and receptive. Being in the present moment requires our full attention so that we are fully awake to experience it. When we are fully present, our minds do not wander. We are focused on what is going on right now, rather than thinking about what just happened or worrying about what is going to happen next. Being present lets us experience each moment in our lives in a way that cannot be fully lived through memory or fantasy.  When we begin to corral our attention into the present moment, it can be almost overwhelming to be here. There is a state of stillness that has to happen that can take some getting used to, and the mind chatter that so often gets us into our heads and out of the present moment doesn't have as much to do. We may feel a lack of control because we aren't busy planning our next move, assessing our current situation, or anticipating the future. Instead, being present requires that we be flexible, creative, attentive, and spontaneous. Each present moment is completely new, and nothing like it has happened or will ever happen again. As you move through your day, remember to stay present in each moment. In doing so, you will live your life without having to wait for the future or yearn for the past. Life happens to us when we happen to live in the Now. [PRINT]( [SAVE]( [DISCUSS]( --------------------------------------------------------------- DailyOM Course Spotlight [Belly Dancing Goddess Workout]( by Leilah Isaac Are you looking for a fun, cardio dance workout that celebrates your inner goddess? In this DailyOM course, professional belly dancer and fitness trainer Leilah Isaac will guide you through a series of mesmerizing belly dancing moves that will get your endorphins pumping and tone your entire body, head to toe. [Learn More]( --------------------------------------------------------------- Top 10 DailyOM Courses 1. [Belly Dancing Goddess Workout]( 2. [Speak with Purpose, Not Impulse]( 3. [Shedding Your Menopausal Middle in 10 Days]( 4. [Toned Inner Thighs in 13 Days]( 5. [The 2 Week Fascia Miracle]( 6. [Narcissistic Relationships - From Surviving to Thriving]( 7. [Chair Yoga for Healing, Strength and Mobility]( 8. [Anti-Aging Face Yoga]( 9. [Heal Your Soul by Letting Go of Emotional Addiction]( 10. [A Year of Writing to Uncover the Authentic Self]( New Courses • [The Ultimate Goddess Program]( • [Gorgeous Youthful You in 21 Days]( • [The Ultimate 7 Day Body Mind Spirit Connection]( • [Speaking Your Truth in Relationships]( > [More Courses]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [Home]( | [Inspiration]( | [Courses]( | [Horoscopes]( [Email Settings]( | [Unsubscribe]( | [Privacy Policy]( | [Help/FAQ]( © 2022 DailyOM - All Rights Reserved No portion of this site can be reprinted without express permission. Subscribed as {NAME}[at]gmail.com (1276706) [1]