It is so tempting to either think about the past, good or bad or dream about the future. In reality, we can only live in the now. There is so much power in the present. In this week’s episode, join us as we explore the power of now.
What I learned about the Power of Now from the shows “Firefly Lane” and “This is Us.”
Question Why: Why is it so difficult to live in the now? What do we gain by remaining present and focusing on today?
How my Strengths Finder and my Enneagram results reveal why it is difficult for me to focus on now.
How my history-loving husband and my future-loving self try to focus on living every day.
The past has shaped you. It’s important to reflect on it. But you want to avoid getting stuck in the past.
Fixating on a perfect future can cause you to miss out on all the great things in the present.
The distractions of the past and the excitement of the future rob us of the opportunity to live in this moment.
Live and love every moment of every day. Appreciate it —It truly is a gift.
My journey with meditation and what it taught me about being present and grateful. It really is a practice.
Three practical ways to live in the now:
Focus on the work you are doing now. How do you make it more aligned with your passion and purpose?
As it relates to the past, take the lesson and leave the hurt. The emotional attachment to the past is often what keeps us stuck.
Try not to fantasize too much about the future or hold too tightly to what you think it will be. Remain realistic while also being open to the possibilities.
Homework: Try not to focus on the past or the future, good or bad, but on who you are today.
There is so much power in the present. We need you in this moment, at your best, giving your gifts to the world.
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Additional resources:
Link to my website: yvettesimpson.com
Link to the book: authoryvettesimpson.com
Link to my IG page @theyvettesimpson.com and DM us your comments and show ideas @powerofypodcast
Show credits:
Producer: Nathan Ivey IG/FB @nathaniveycreative
