How many of you live in the moment as much as possible?
I work to remind myself to actually be aware of where my head is at. I have triggers that remind me to "be in the now" throughout the day. I love the way I am becoming more in control of my thoughts by doing this. Is there anyone else out there who does this? If so, what results have you had?
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Not as much as I should. But when I do - it is too the full!
Chilton704
Level 5
July 20, 2018
1
every bit helps, I try a dozen times a day and have triggers remind me. Namaste with hugs
I have never been 100% sold on this because I think awareness of context is often important to things like planning and learning from experience. Living in the present is what we software developers call a "peephole optimization". When you optimize for one thing, you are inherently de-optimizing for something else.
That said ... it's a technique I still find surprisingly useful. I think the trick is to be able to put aside the past and the future and not be obsessed with, or overly focused on, either. Too much focus on the past = regret; too little = disconnected from context. Too much focus on the future = anxiety; to little = disorganized.
mordant
Level 8
July 20, 2018
2
Salo:
For me, trading some of that anxiety for a bit of disorganization is a worthwhile pursuit.
Great answer, balance matters ?
Yes the best way forward is have a balance. I do not believe it would be beneficial be always in the moment. We are born experience as much "life" as we can so that"s what I aim do, but without being on "autopilot" Namaste with hugs
Sure..I meditate throughout the day to stay focused on the "now." Being on cannabis oil to treat cancer also helps, since it puts you in that zone naturally.
birdingnut
Level 8
July 20, 2018
1
never tried it so will have take your word, but I get my buzz from being alive in the moment, and try do it a dozen slots a day, sometimes only 10 second slots, but it keeps me balanced and living a joyous existence so I will keep it up and keep enjoying what each new moment brings. Namaste with hugs
I believe I'm doing better at living in the moment after deciding earlier this year to make substantive life changes to live more happily. Also, having studied improv, I know how effective it is, at least in theory.
SonofMax
Level 7
July 20, 2018
0
well congrats, and enjoy each new moment. Namaste with hugs
I find it easy to be here now, but when needed, (doing mindless tasks) I can let my mind run free and play.
Holysocks
Level 8
July 20, 2018
0
I am often away with the fairies, it is wonderful. But I also enjoy my "in the now" moments too namaste with hugs
@Dippyhippy
And to you as well!
I try to live more in the moment. It's not natural for me, but I find when I can I feel less stressed.
bleurowz
Level 8
July 20, 2018
1
practice makes perfect so they say... I use triggers remind me, like if I see a spotted dog, it reminds me, if I see a yellow vehicle, it reminds me, if I am washing my hands it reminds me, I add my list of triggers keep life interesting and challenging. Namaste with hugs
At my age, I live for today, for I have few tomorrows. But, in living in the moment, one must strive not to cram in a multitude of desires, but to learn to take that which comes joyfully and naturally and enjoy it -- as a connoisseur of fine brandy snifts the aroma and savors the bouquet.
That I learned almost 60 years ago when spending in a situation in which, if the situation deteriorated, I was told that a had a maximum of 48 hours to live.
wordywalt
Level 9
July 20, 2018
1
There is nothing like the fear of death bring clarity the mind. I am happy that you are able "be in the now" and hope you continue cram in lots of desires. I merely desire continue living my glorious life and enjoying the smell of the coffee. Namaste with hugs
Get accused of that all the time.. Feels like growing pains to me 
Varn
Level 8
July 20, 2018
0
glad you get accused of it all the time, not sure of the analogy of the growing pains...is that a good thing or not? curious namaste with hugs
Varn:
@Dippyhippy It’s appeared to me a trait of the youth, living in the moment.. Makes me feel young, a good thing 
Living in the moment is all there is to do.
I reject anything else as nonsense and having no basis in logic.
KKGator
Level 9
July 20, 2018
1
not sure about "all there is do" but certainly glad your able be in the moment 24/7 if that's what suits you. I prefer more of a balance in my daily life. Namaste with hugs
I try. If something disturbing happens I try to consciously observe my body’s thoughts and feelings. I’m learning to get centered again quickly. Are you following some specific guide book?
I just read “The Untethered Soul”, which stresses this very thing.
WilliamFleming
Level 8
July 20, 2018
0
Ill look for that book and give it a read. I am not following any particular path or guide, merely what I have learned works for me. I like be in the moment a dozen times or more each day, and remind me do it I have triggers. It works for me and my life is very stress and worry-. This has been my way of life for a long time now and I would not choose live any other way. Namaste with hugs
I long to answer have my moments. Listening to Alan Watts, driving, playing my guitar, these things can be Zen like for me.
Electro68
Level 7
July 20, 2018
0
wonderful, love Alan, often fall asleep listening him him, his voice is velvet, which is why I don't him in the car lol. Namaste with hugs
@Dippyhippy audible Xanax is what I call it.
Lol...AW and driving is dangerous.
I tried to think of how to comment on this because it means a great deal to me. but alas I just coulden't figure out how to express my thought, so I'll post a meme to something I live by.
TristanNuvo
Level 8
July 20, 2018
3
a great way live. I am a volunteer and a seeker of knowledge. I travel and teach and love life, being in the now helps so much. Namaste with hugs
I try. It can be hard sometimes because I live in my head so much, but I do pretty well.
Tomfoolery33
Level 9
July 20, 2018
1
so many people live in their head and become complacent there, so much they are on autopilot most of the time. I love my "in the now" moments, To make it less hard and chore-like, I have triggers throughout the day which remind me to stop my mind and be in the now. Works for me, you could give it a try. see some of my other replies. Namaste with hugs
Everyday. Keep my fishing rods in my car. Life is uncertain. Eat desert first. ?
Mikeb56
Level 7
July 20, 2018
1
ohhh love it, I will always now eat dessert first, how fab Namaste with hugs
I really have to start practicing this. 2018 has been a bust. No good news all year.
confidentrealm
Level 7
July 20, 2018
0
we are energetic beings of light, what we give out comes back... maybe when you are living your daily life on autopilot you are sending out the wrong messages to the universe which is why being in the here and now works so well. Namaste with hugs
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