Living in a fast-paced world like ours is like a marathon, a race with an uncertain outcome. People are always in a hurry but arrive late at their destination. Along the way, we bump into each other to get ahead. No matter how hard it seems, there's a lot of shouting, screaming, or even crying. Still, a determined soul can conquer obstacles and overcome defeat. There's no way to quit but to continue the race toward the peak.
Unhurried life isn't a thing nowadays, even in a rural village. We are all connected by the power of technology and get the latest information in real-time, at a particular moment, and as needed. Through an upgrade in transportation and communication, everything is quick and instant, as fast as teleportation if it's real. Yet, amidst this speed, there is a journey we can embark on, a journey towards mindfulness. Getting to a destination excites us, and the journey becomes a cherished expedition.
Years ago, life wasn't that complicated, and people enjoyed it much in the present moment. Compared to now, most people live in their past when they can't leave their worries behind. Others may live in an uncertain future and become anxious about what lies ahead. That's life! Truly complicated. Whatever comes into our heads are unfiltered noises, like the constant buzz of social media, the pressure of work deadlines, or our self-doubt. These distractions prevent us from fully experiencing the present moment.
Living in the past and in the future is inevitable. When the mind wanders, it means a lack of focus and awareness of the present; not truly conscious -- not being aware. A complicated life of being not present at the moment has its consequences. However, we are not powerless. We have the power to be more focused and productive. Our worries, fears, and uncertainties are enemies of productivity and consciousness. Though it is a result of previous traumatic experiences, we are still in control and have the power to return to a normal state of being; we enjoy the present moment and truly live.
Living in the past and in the future is inevitable. When the mind wanders, it means a lack of focus and awareness of the present; not truly conscious -- not being aware. A complicated life of being not present at the moment has its consequences. However, we are not powerless. We have the power to be more focused and productive. Our worries, fears, and uncertainties are enemies of productivity and consciousness. Though it is a result of previous traumatic experiences, we are still in control and have the power to return to a normal state of being; we enjoy the present moment and truly live.
As we progress to the next level of spiritual existence, we learn to ignore or filter out noises that do not benefit us. We become more alert and focused on our actions, and the result is fascinating —stress-free living.
Being present and aware at the same time is a gift to ourselves or to someone dear to us. When we are aware and conscious of someone's presence, they feel accepted and loved by us. However, when we ignore their presence, they will feel neglected, abandoned, and uncared for; that's miserable and unacceptable. Being present is a gift to ourselves and a way to show others they are valued and essential in our lives.
Being present and aware at the same time is a gift to ourselves or to someone dear to us. When we are aware and conscious of someone's presence, they feel accepted and loved by us. However, when we ignore their presence, they will feel neglected, abandoned, and uncared for; that's miserable and unacceptable. Being present is a gift to ourselves and a way to show others they are valued and essential in our lives.
But in today's world, there's another side of the story; we often focus on our own, our personal intentions, and our goals to achieve. We go on our own without validation from others. That's consciousness from the individual level. It's about self-awareness, understanding our needs and desires, and taking steps to fulfill them. We go for healing when our soul finds its peace and being.
The power of now is so mighty that we experience and practice mindfulness. We do not allow our minds to wander but focus our intentions on our present reality. We choose to be peaceful and live stress-free lives, leading to our health and well-being. The power of now is a spiritual gift to the people surrounding us. When we are at peace with ourselves, we are present in dealing with people no matter what happens, and we deal with life peacefully. That's the power of presence and awareness — the power of now and the key to a fulfilling and joyful life!
© 2018 Del Cusay
The power of now is so mighty that we experience and practice mindfulness. We do not allow our minds to wander but focus our intentions on our present reality. We choose to be peaceful and live stress-free lives, leading to our health and well-being. The power of now is a spiritual gift to the people surrounding us. When we are at peace with ourselves, we are present in dealing with people no matter what happens, and we deal with life peacefully. That's the power of presence and awareness — the power of now and the key to a fulfilling and joyful life!
© 2018 Del Cusay