1. 11 Ways to Live
in the Moment
11 Ways to Live in the Moment
It’s impossible to enjoy life at the highest level without being fully aware of the
present moment. Life can only be lived in the present. Often our minds are
preoccupied with multiple things, none of which is occurring right now.
Our minds are very active and constantly attempting to break free to occupy
themselves with the past, the future, and pure fantasy. While it’s good to prepare for
the future and learn from the past, focusing primarily on the present has many
benefits.
Try these ways to live in the moment and be present with your life:
1. Avoid worry. Worrying can only happen when you look to the future. Keep
your thoughts on your environment and your current activity. You can’t worry
if you leave the future alone.
2. Avoid regret. Regret arrives while thinking about the past. The past is over and
no longer exists. You bring your past mistakes to life by thinking about them. Let
them go.
3. Turn off electronic devices. Cell phones, computers, iPods, and gaming systems
distract from the present moment. Find your enjoyment in your life rather than
in an imaginary world or in frivolous communication.
4. Avoid multitasking. Try doing one task at a time. Current research is
overwhelmingly in favor of single-tasking. You’ll find you perform the task faster
and at a higher level. Let multitasking be a thing of the past. Single-tasking is
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2. much more conducive to living in the present.
5. Eliminate unnecessary items. Having too many possessions is more of a burden
than an advantage. Owning too many things results in disorder that clutters
both your physical environment and your mind. If you don’t need it, consider
giving it away or selling it.
6. Forgive. When you hold a grudge, the only one suffering is you! Anger is
distracting and keeps you from enjoying the current moment.
7. Go slowly and deliberately. Rushing creates a unique type of anxiety. Give
yourself the time you need to enjoy the current activity. Address one task at a
time and give it your full attention.
8. Listen. If someone is speaking to you, give them your full attention and
participate in the conversation to the best of your ability.
9. Spend 5 minutes of each hour describing your environment. Take 5 minutes
and describe to yourself everything you see, hear, smell, and feel. It’s an easy
way to bring your mind back to the present moment and keep it there. There’s no
way to compete the exercise without being mindful.
10. Eat slowly and enjoy your food. By eating slower, you’ll have the chance to
enjoy your food more. You’ll also eat less, which is a good thing for many of us.
Try eating an entire orange one piece at a time. Go slowly and focus on the
flavor of each section.
11. Under schedule. Too many obligations results in a crowded schedule and time
concerns. It’s not easy to stay focused on the current task if you’re worried
about being on time for the next one. Leave space between your obligations. Do
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3. less and experience more.
Avoid missing out on your life and losing so much time to the past and the future.
Living in the moment is a habit and a skill. Indulging in worry and regret are also
habits. While it’s not possible to live entirely in the moment, life is more enjoyable
and meaningful when your focus is on the present.
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