It's hard to be in the present. But it's worth it!
I know that I am on the path of knowing myself. This is my path and the path of many other aspirants, seekers and others.
Earlier it seemed to me that it was necessary to constantly move, strive somewhere, think about the future, make plans, follow dreams … I was taught this. And I learned this.
All of the above, undoubtedly, has a place to be and to happen in life. This is true. But - the present! When you are in it, it's all - plans, goals and ways to achieve these very goals arise naturally. They are a consequence of being in the Present, and therefore everything that arises from the present and only from it is true in essence.
Usually, as a rule, it turns out a little differently. Sometimes, completely differently.
With our thoughts in the future, which we have not created (because the ability to create is only in the present), we are trying to create something that cannot be a priori. It is a fact. One of those facts that make up the Laws of the Universe.
And as a consequence of this, most often situations arise when we, with perplexity looking back at the past (which, by the way, also has nothing to do with the implementation of our ideas) are surprised, asking the eternal "why?"
Why didn't it work out as planned?
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Where was it thought, who was it? If you were not in the present, where were you then? Think about it.
The present is the only existing reality. Moreover, one that can be easily adjusted. But more often than not, we do not notice it. We were or will be there almost constantly. And only in the present we ARE. This is true.
I have several tips that will help you stay in the Present as often as possible and not waste the energy of your power. Here they are:
When making a plan for the future, be in the present.
Feel everything that surrounds you at this moment.
Yes, you are thinking about creating your future, but right now feel this pen with which you write, a sheet of paper or a keyboard, feel the present. You will understand this when you do this. Something will happen. And you will understand that too.
When you are walking or driving, to or from work, or just walking, or maybe looking out the window at home, try not to think.
Just don't think for a few seconds.
Feel the present.
Do you know why some people find it difficult to quit smoking or do not want to quit at all? When a person lights a cigarette, at this single moment he does not think about anything…. He dragged on, and there are no more thoughts. He relaxed, letting go of his thoughts. He's not good because nicotine fills his lungs, of course not. Human nature does not accept violence against oneself. Simply the feeling of freedom from thoughts takes up over the feeling of guilt for poisoning one's own body.
Being in the present for a few seconds or even minutes, gradually you realize something … You realize that everything can be taken only from the present. Because only in him it is. You will be able to see people. Seeing clearly, not just the outer shell. In fact, everything external is just shadows, ghosts of the present. This is true. You will understand this yourself when you also appear in this world - the world of the present. And you know, you don't want to be angry or offended anymore. It looks like nirvana in the beginning! Then there is a transition that will determine in which direction you move on. Rather, you define it yourself. It is not worth staying at the crossroads for long, it’s not the right time. Earlier it was possible, now there is a different consciousness in the present race of humanity. You yourself know about it! At a crossroads, you may bevarious emotions and feelings will prevail, as well as questions like "Why do I need all this at all?" It is necessary, it is necessary! Otherwise, you would not exist at all.
By acquiring knowledge of the present, you will be able to know wisdom. Wisdom is the right direction. This is not my conclusion. This is how it is.
Ovchinnikova Lydia