In the moment

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We talk a lot about making things better for the future.  That’s a good thing.  But with that focus, we tend to disregard what’s going on right here and now.

And life is nothing BUT the constant string of here-and-now.  So if we’re not paying attention, not living life as it happens – well, it just passes.

Time does that.

Here’s some great questions to help you focus on the present.

  • How’s my body doing right now?  What are all the parts which are working just fine, even without me paying attention to them?
  • Where am I reading this right now?  Let’s have a look up from the screen and see what’s happening out in the Real World.
  • What sounds do I hear right now?  Are there hums, ticks, traffic, animals, … ?
  • Isn’t it great that I can take a few moments to notice all this?
  • Where are my loved ones right now, can I send a few positive thoughts their way?

It can actually take a bit of work to observe and appreciate your present situation.  Instead of focusing on the problems, let’s – just for a moment – see all the positive things that are around us.

And be grateful.  We are fortunate to live in an amazing world.

 
Carl Dierschow is a Certified Small Fish Business Coach and author of the career management guide, Mondays Stink! 23 Secrets to Rediscover Delight and Fulfillment in Your Work. He is a career coach for those going through interesting transitions, and works with small business owners who need to create breakthroughs in achieving their business goals. Find out more at www.Dierschow.com and www.SmallFish.us.

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