Enjoy what you have when you have it

When your mind is in a constant state of past or future thoughts it’s difficult to live moment to moment. When you are unable to live in the moment how can you truly appreciate, find gratitude, or enjoy what you have when you have it?

 It’s important to take time to notice – immerse yourself in the moment and look at all you have accomplished. Where are you now that you once dreamed you would be? Are you always looking towards the future hoping your life will be better, have more, and accomplish all that you can? When X marks the spot, but the X is in constant motion ahead, how can you ever maintain that sense of bliss? Allow yourself to relax into the moment with full awareness and gratitude.

Practice:

Think about what you have right here and now.

What do you enjoy about your life?

What fills you up and makes you feel content?

Do you feel you are in constant searching or longing for happiness but can’t ever achieve it?

Sometimes we look back in hindsight when we reflect on the past and think – wow, I really didn’t have it that bad. I wish I spent more time being grateful or enjoying it instead of wanting more or wishing things to be different.

One thing is for sure – this life comes and it goes. How will you spend your time and energy? Will your energy waste away with the constant search for more? Will you always regret things from the past? Or will you live life simply enjoying each moment as it arises? Accepting it for all it is and going forward with enjoyment and contentment.