Fleeting
The days are continuing to grow shorter, and the temperatures are ever colder as we enter the dark of winter. The speed at which the sun races through the sky reminds us that life is fleeting. Yet we become so focused on what is happening tomorrow that we forget to find peace in the moment.
Modern terms and practices like mindfulness and gratitude journaling attempt to encourage people to live more in the moment. These can be valuable parts of our daily lives to bring us back to the moment. We have no guarantee of tomorrow, so it becomes even more important to take time for gratitude and mindfulness.
“Take no thought for tomorrow...”
It is incredible the people can find peace in even the most horrific of circumstances. Like most things in life, I believe finding peace in the most difficult of circumstances requires practice, effort, and preparation. These are not words that most of us enjoy hearing. Yet the truth is that this mundane practice yields dividends in the future.
I will admit to being terrible at practicing in general, as my music teachers can all attest. Yet the benefits of practice are undeniable. So I am challenging myself to practice. And to be bad at things. This blog is an example of being bad at something and attempting to live in the moment.
I do not enjoy sharing my thoughts with others, and am not experienced at blogging. Yet I know, with practice, these things will become easier. And sharing my thoughts forces me to stop, slow down, and order them in a way that hopefully makes sense to others.
Join me in challenging yourself to practice. Focus on the moment. Mindfulness and meditation are two practices that are often associated with living in the moment. Otherwise select a hobby that you have been meaning to try and take 3 months to practice at improving your skill in that hobby. You may be amazed at the progress you make.
