Something that’s been on my mind a lot lately is living in the present moment. With all my thoughts about whether to move back to Ohio or to stay in Southern California, I’ve found myself constantly thinking about what’s going to make me happy.
But then I realize I am so consumed by the thoughts of my future self/happiness, that I completely neglect my present self/happiness.
The only thing we truly have is this moment. The past is but a memory. The future will never truly be here. We only have right now.
It’s important to remember that every action has a consequence/reaction. It’s not wise (in my opinion) to go throughout your life without a care of how your actions will affect others. That’s selfish. However, it’s also important to remember that we don’t need to think about every little detail and plan out every little thing that will happen next. Because truthfully, nothing ever goes as planned.
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Before bed every night, I find myself going over and over the stresses of my life in my head. I never come to a conclusion (because truly, how will that happen while laying in my bed at 1 o’clock in the morning?). I only end up with more stress. So I started actively thinking about things that were more calming, like my breaths as I try to fall asleep. Nothing too serious, just simple breathing patterns. I found that I was able to fall asleep much easier and faster, and I was having fewer nightmares. I truly lived in the present moment, and I felt peace. So now I do this every night, and I love it!
I don’t want to waste away my days focusing on petty things. I don’t want to waste my days sitting in my apartment and waiting for the next great thing to happen. My life is happening right now, and it’s up to me to make it what I want.
And it all starts with living in the now.
Who’s with me?
XO, Lyndsay
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If life always went exactly as planned it would be so boring!
Deborah @ Confessions of a Mother Runner recently posted…Indian Spiced Cauliflower “Steaks”-Meatless Monday
So so true!!
I cannot love this post enough!
Thanks lady!!
Love this! “My life is happening right now, and it’s up to me to make it what I want.” I’m with you Lindsay! Being present and not missing a thing all while making life the way I want it 🙂
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Thanks Jill!! 🙂 yay!
I’m creeping on your blog…sorry if that’s weird!
I am ALL for living in the moment… but I didn’t used to be. I was a major planner and thought that life was over if it didn’t go according to what I had mapped out. Then, I realized that is silly and that the most amazing things can come out of destroyed plans! Now, I’m trying my best to live in the moment, and I am DEFINITELY enjoying life!
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It’s not weird at all! I’m going to creep on your blog as well 😉 haha, you’re super awesome!
I’m totally the same way. I never lived in the moment before. But you’re right, life never goes as planned, and that’s okay! I totally love your life right now, by the way 🙂