It’s not something I forget . . .
perhaps being fairly solitary,
I am drawn in,
internal in my head,
not having to respond to outside human stimuli . . .
I do have to watch out for the self-talk though,
little voices ninnering in my ears.
I don’t watch it every morning
as i was in the habit of doing,
but think I will return to that practice,
but Brother David’s video, ‘A Good Day’
always sets me up to embrace presence throughout the day.
Most of my life I’ve been close to nature. As a child I often played alone outside. The ordinary was a treasure and deserved a closer look. Time didn’t exist in moments like that. Now, with my slower pace and stiffer joints, I’m attuned to my surroundings wherever I am. Temperature; sounds; weather; other fellow travelers – people, plants, animals; are anchors to the moment. The now.
Thinking of being grateful brings me back to the present. When my son was spiraling about one thing or another I used to mention the practice of gratefulness. He ignored me mostly but now he is practicing 🙏. My daughter’s company makes bracelets that say “state of gratitude”. She made one for me and apparently they are selling like hotcakes. 🌞..
I am off on the sailboat for several days, stopping in Newport to listen to some Irish music☘ on Saturday afternoon.
As I walk through the backlash of the Tragedy on Wednesday, (I live, in Minneapolis), I am consciously using my watch more. I’m not focused on “the time,” but looking at the “day.” Needing to be conscious it’s not “the 27th.” I can’t emotionally, spiritually or mentally ruminate on the events of that day. Prayers continue for those in the hospitals, survivors, families, and all first responders. It is a new day, comprised of new moments and hours. 🌻☮️
My desire to be present is all that’s required.
And then I can focus on my breath and my senses to bring me back to this present moment.
I guess all of this is only possible with the self awareness of my mental state and the ability to witness my own thoughts and emotions and patterns. Also, reading and learning about what it means to be present and apposed to living in the past, future and fantasy.
“My desire to be present is all that’s required.” Thank you for this reminder, Charlie T. This makes it sound so doable to be more in the present moment.
Now I feel like Kevin (a former regular–miss him and his tales of rowing with his friends), who occasionally gritched about the questions. This one is so similar to the one from Aug. 26, “How can I improve my capacity to be present?”, that I don’t feel inspired to reflect on it much. For someone who missed that day, here’s another chance!
“If in our daily life we can smile, if we can be peaceful and happy, not only we, but everyone will profit from it. This is the most basic kind of peace work.” Thich Nhat Hanh
The quote says it all. When I check in with myself and realize I’m mentally in the past or future, a smile immediately brings me back to the present moment. I had a dear friend ask my husband one time, “Are you feeling okay?” and he replied, “Yes.” She said, “Then inform your face!” And, he smiled.
Something I have been trying the last few days when I find myself scattered is to ask a somewhat silly-sounding question, “what am I doing right now?” It helps me to bring me back to my intent in the moment and then try to actually fully do whatever I am doing. Along the lines of a quote from the Buddha, “When you are walking, walk; when you are sitting, sit. Don’t wobble.”
What Helps me be present-usually it is some outside noise, sight, feel which is the force that acts as the wrench thrown into my hamster-wheel life, and only then do I reset with breath and awareness…the “oh, ok – breathe and be present to the moment!” occurs.
And then the gratefulness, for that outside force is offered up and I begin again with presence. And mindfulness.
My own hectic mind is a sign that I’m not being present. My mind will spin infinite scenarios of imagined stress. I could spend hours, days, weeks in that state–and I have. The cost is exhaustion without a clear sense of anything having happened. I have learned from experience that it is better to be present.
Beginning my day here helps me to remember to be grateful and to be present in the moment.
I love today’s quote of the day about doing the most basic kind of peace work.
I am inspired as I begin my day. 🌷🌷🌷
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It’s not something I forget . . .
perhaps being fairly solitary,
I am drawn in,
internal in my head,
not having to respond to outside human stimuli . . .
I do have to watch out for the self-talk though,
little voices ninnering in my ears.
I don’t watch it every morning
as i was in the habit of doing,
but think I will return to that practice,
but Brother David’s video, ‘A Good Day’
always sets me up to embrace presence throughout the day.
https://www.google.com/search?client=firefox-b-1-e&q=brother+david+gratefulness+video#fpstate=ive&vld=cid:ce0879da,vid:3Zl9puhwiyw,st:0
It stays with me
as I garden,
make tea,
wash clothes,
and tend to what must be tended to.
It makes the experience much richer
and more fulfilling.
Most of my life I’ve been close to nature. As a child I often played alone outside. The ordinary was a treasure and deserved a closer look. Time didn’t exist in moments like that. Now, with my slower pace and stiffer joints, I’m attuned to my surroundings wherever I am. Temperature; sounds; weather; other fellow travelers – people, plants, animals; are anchors to the moment. The now.
Thinking of being grateful brings me back to the present. When my son was spiraling about one thing or another I used to mention the practice of gratefulness. He ignored me mostly but now he is practicing 🙏. My daughter’s company makes bracelets that say “state of gratitude”. She made one for me and apparently they are selling like hotcakes. 🌞..
I am off on the sailboat for several days, stopping in Newport to listen to some Irish music☘ on Saturday afternoon.
Have a great long week-end everyone!
As I walk through the backlash of the Tragedy on Wednesday, (I live, in Minneapolis), I am consciously using my watch more. I’m not focused on “the time,” but looking at the “day.” Needing to be conscious it’s not “the 27th.” I can’t emotionally, spiritually or mentally ruminate on the events of that day. Prayers continue for those in the hospitals, survivors, families, and all first responders. It is a new day, comprised of new moments and hours. 🌻☮️
Sending love and prayers for you and all those in Minneapolis, Carla
♥️
I am praying with and for you, Carla. Such tragedy leaves deep unforgettable scars in our souls.
My desire to be present is all that’s required.
And then I can focus on my breath and my senses to bring me back to this present moment.
I guess all of this is only possible with the self awareness of my mental state and the ability to witness my own thoughts and emotions and patterns. Also, reading and learning about what it means to be present and apposed to living in the past, future and fantasy.
“My desire to be present is all that’s required.” Thank you for this reminder, Charlie T. This makes it sound so doable to be more in the present moment.
Now I feel like Kevin (a former regular–miss him and his tales of rowing with his friends), who occasionally gritched about the questions. This one is so similar to the one from Aug. 26, “How can I improve my capacity to be present?”, that I don’t feel inspired to reflect on it much. For someone who missed that day, here’s another chance!
“If in our daily life we can smile, if we can be peaceful and happy, not only we, but everyone will profit from it. This is the most basic kind of peace work.” Thich Nhat Hanh
The quote says it all. When I check in with myself and realize I’m mentally in the past or future, a smile immediately brings me back to the present moment. I had a dear friend ask my husband one time, “Are you feeling okay?” and he replied, “Yes.” She said, “Then inform your face!” And, he smiled.
♥️♥️♥️
Something I have been trying the last few days when I find myself scattered is to ask a somewhat silly-sounding question, “what am I doing right now?” It helps me to bring me back to my intent in the moment and then try to actually fully do whatever I am doing. Along the lines of a quote from the Buddha, “When you are walking, walk; when you are sitting, sit. Don’t wobble.”
Good question to ask, thanks Elizabeth.
Oooo I need this!
This is great! Thanks, Elizabeth!
Don’t wobble – LOL, love it, thanks!
Love this, Elizabeth. Thank you!
I find the expression, “…when I find myself scattered…” It is so right on and helpful, Elizabeth. Thank you.
What Helps me be present-usually it is some outside noise, sight, feel which is the force that acts as the wrench thrown into my hamster-wheel life, and only then do I reset with breath and awareness…the “oh, ok – breathe and be present to the moment!” occurs.
And then the gratefulness, for that outside force is offered up and I begin again with presence. And mindfulness.
My own hectic mind is a sign that I’m not being present. My mind will spin infinite scenarios of imagined stress. I could spend hours, days, weeks in that state–and I have. The cost is exhaustion without a clear sense of anything having happened. I have learned from experience that it is better to be present.
I know the feeling.
Thanks, Drea.
Drea, I can relate!
Drea, I can identify: “without a sense of anything having happened.”
To remember “this, too, shall pass”. So just absorb the present.
. . . both the pleasant,
and the not so pleasant,
dear Yram . . . ♥
Letting go of agendas and politics helps me remember to be present with my root people and receive care from them regardless of the methods.
Beginning my day here helps me to remember to be grateful and to be present in the moment.
I love today’s quote of the day about doing the most basic kind of peace work.
I am inspired as I begin my day. 🌷🌷🌷
I love today’s quote as well, Mary!
♥️♥️♥️
That I am being listened to by other people… 😍 May everyone have a wonderful weekend filled with joy and happiness.
A good reminder that we can help others be more present through our attention. Thank you for this.
” I hear you” have many times been more important to me than “I love you.”
Yes!
My Ngoc, being listened to does make us feel more appreciated.