The moment is all we have. Be here now I often hear. This way of being is fine and well, but what do those words really mean? And, how can we accomplish being present in this busy world where we have ten thousand things to do and five thousand worries and regrets?
Be here now is another way of reminding us to be fully present to what is happening. When you drive a car, you drive that car. When you speak to another person, you listen intently to the verbal and nonverbal cues. You do not cut off another person because you needed to change lanes at the last minute or you do not cutting off the words of another or formulate a response during their sharing. You recognize that the nature of a conversation is to respond after the other speaks.
Most importantly, when we are in the present moment, we live in a stance of understanding. We willingly look at the world with fresh eyes. Those eyes are directed both inward and outward. We see the wonder, and distractions, of the world while perceiving our response or reaction to it. Through a stance of understanding we soften our presence in the world.
We learn from the moments in which we were not present. Think about a time in which you made an assumption, reacted from it, and discovered the fallacy in both your judgment and action. Ask yourself
- How did you feel?
- What were the ramifications of your reaction?
- How did the situation change you?
- Most importantly, what did you learn from the moment that you fell out of?
Perhaps you learned the consequences of not being in the moment — the loss of critical information, trust, or peace of mind. No matter what the lesson, if you learned it, you were propelled back onto the track of being here now.
How can you dive deeply into the moment growing roots of presence? Some suggestions:
- Consciously feel the connection of your foot to the ground for five or more steps. (I often do this as I walk to the car.)
- Breath into the moment for five breaths noticing how you are being distracted. At the end of this breathing, refocus on the moment.
- Learn what triggers pop you out of the moment. Be on guard and aware of those triggers in each moment.
Perhaps more important than be here now, is to start where you are. When you start where you are, you have no expectations about your behavior or no need to shame or blame your reactions. What you bring to the moment is a willingness to consciously and intentional respond in the moment. And, that intent makes all the difference in the world.
Vanessa F. Hurst, ms, is a Life Coach through Intuitive Connection, professional speaker, and author who weaves her inner wisdom into all she touches. Her books are available @ www.wildefyrpress.com. Contact Vanessa @ vanessa@intentandaction.com for life coaching, keynotes, programs, and intuitive consultations.
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