Everyone these days is waiting for something. Everyone is expecting something new, something different to happen.
We have gotten into the habit of asking ‘What’s next?’ , What’s the next big thing you want? What’s the next big thing you are waiting for?
It’s something like – when we’re children, we want to grow up. When we grow up, we want to become child again.
I mean we want some things to change, but when they do, we want to go back again.
This happens a lottt (hating your present and wishing it were different).
When you are single you wish you were engaged with someone, when you are, you again wish to be single.
When you are not earning you wish for the time you would, when the time comes, you wish to get out of it.
When you are in school you are excited about your college life. When you start going to college, you miss school.
When you are at home, you wish to step out and live on your own, when the time comes, you long for the warmth of your home.
Soo, instead of expecting something different – Why don’t we cherish our present moment?
If you do not enjoy a moment, you lose it forever. If you enjoy it, it is yours forever.
-Debasish Mridha
Don’t you think we should stop waiting for the next big thing and start enjoying our life moment to moment?
And when you start living the present moment, believe me you will find so many things that are beautiful right now. So much to appreciate. So much to notice. So much to feel.
As I write this – I’m at my home. There won’t be any lectures in college today. So am I waiting for the time when I’ll go to college and meet my friends? No. (i mean of course i want to meet them but i have decided to enjoy the present moment) When I’m at home I want to spend some time with my parents. I want to feel the moments when they are with me, we all are living together, I get to see them everyday. I want to notice the way they smile, I want to remember their voice when they say my name.
I want to enjoy time with my little sister. I want to make her laugh, I want to paint with her, play with her, sing and dance with her, watch her grow.
Because I know – This time won’t come back.
I choose to live it fully. I choose to feel the moments with my loved ones. I choose to stay in present.
Above all, we cannot afford not to live in the present. He is blessed over all mortals who loses no moment of the passing life in remembering the past.
– Henry David Thoreau
Look around you, everything that you see can change in a year.
Are there some people you want to spend more time with?
Are there some things you want to do for them?
Are there some plans you need to execute?
Are there any trips you want to plan?
Is there someone whom you want to remind of how loved he/she is?
Is there anything you need to do for yourself?
You better do it Right Now, because you haven’t seen tomorrow.
Rejoicing in ordinary things is not sentimental or trite. It actually takes guts.
– Pema Chodron
Even when you step into sunshine in winter. Close your eyes and feel it’s warmth. Feel that’s it’s 2019. This day will never come back. Open your eyes and notice the surroundings, do you find beauty? Smile at your friends and enjoy your time with them.
Many people are alive, but don’t touch the miracle of being alive.
– Thich Nath Hanh
There’s this beautiful poem I’d like to share –
Live In The Moment
Listen, feel, love completely;
Absorb, enjoy oh so sweetly.
Nothing exists but right now.
Show the world you know how.
Immersed, focused, involved;
Sad moments will be resolved
Just as joyous times go fast,
Sad’s shadow will lose its cast.
It’s but a moment all will live,
So leave an imprint that will give
Your signature on the past
So your moments now will last.
– Gregory Huyette
So insightful! I love this post. A great reminder for us all. Thank you!
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Thanks a lot Diane!! I’m so glad to know you liked it! Appreciate your kind words 💖🙏😊
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Nice quotes, nice article. Just ain’t that easy sometimes….
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I agree. Won’t happen always. But let’s try to maximise the time we spend in present. ~ Thank you for your time and feedback!! 😊💖🙏
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Great post 💖
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Thank you!!!😊💖
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This was such an amazing post Vrunda, loved the ending!❤
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Thank you so much for kind words dear!! I appreciate it so much!!❤️❤️❤️
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Always a pleasure! 🌸❤
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This made my day. Thank you sharing this amazing message. 😊😊
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Aww… I’m so happy to know this Ramyani!! Thank you so much for your kind words! 💖🙏😊
P.S – I really like your name. Sounds good. What’s the meaning?
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It’s my pleasure to read your posts. And Ramyani means beautiful. Thanks 😋😋
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Well said
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Thanks a lot Sakshi!! Love hearing from you 💖🙏😊
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My pleasure Vrunda😊
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This is beautiful and the way u concluded is amazing dear ❤️
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Thank you so much Nirant!! Means a lot! 😊🙏💖
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Pleasure always for ur work Vrunda !!
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Beautiful post with some real truths shared. To live in the present is really to free yourself of so many things. Whenever I find myself worrying about what might happen I try to go back to the idea that right now, in this moment there is nothing wrong and that is something so worth my appreciation. Thank you for sharing
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Yes I’m practicing that as well. Being in present feels.. peaceful right? No worries, no regret. Just enjoying the present moment as it is.💖 Trying to do this frequently. Thank you so much for your kind words Arvi!! I’m so happy you liked it!!!!💖😊🙏
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Very well said. People miss far too much of life for exactly that reason.
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Yeah.. I’ve done that many times😅 But now I’m trying to enjoy present moment as frequently as I can. Thank you so much for your time and feedback!!😊🙏
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Very true. Loved the poem you shared Vrunda 💖
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Thank you so much Radhika! So happy you liked it! 🙏😊❤️
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Beautiful 💙💙
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Thank you so much Rutuja!! 😊💖
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Yes we need to get over our destination addiction. Love the here and now.
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Love the way you rephrased it! Thank you so much for your kind words!! Means a lot!!💖🙏😊
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I am going to Print What’s Next frame it and place it on a Wall in my Office and read it every Day. It’s like you’ve looked into my Philosophical Being and stole my Thoughts. I’m a firm Believer in living the Moments. My Mother had Dementia when all was forgotten, she remembered the great moments in her Life. Her Dementia taught me how to live the rest of my Life.
P.S. Live. Love. Laugh.
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Thank you so much for your kind words Anthony. I’m deeply humbled. I feel so happy that my words could do something good for you. I will remember your kind words💖 Thank you!!🙏
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By blogging you can sometimes be heartless to others and according to this blog; that is not the way of blogging, this is a good reminder thanks.
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This is as necessary as ignored. The power of today can change your future forever: in a positive way.
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True!! Thanks a lot Daniel for your kind words!!
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My pleasure. Glad you liked it! 😊 Thank you for your time and feedback 🙏
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Very beautifully and insightfully written dear…love reading this 😊
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Aww… Thank you so much Krishna!! Always love hearing from you you! Appreciate your time and support 💖 Have a great week ahead 😊
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Thanks dear 😊❤ a beautiful week ahead for you too
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Thank you!!😊
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Such a beautiful and wise post, I loved it! 💖 A true balm for the everyday busy soul 💐 Thank you!
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Awww… Thank you so much Vanessa! I’m so glad you liked it!! Your words mean a lot to me. Appreciate your visit and support 💖🙏😊
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Well said Vrunda… Such a insightful post…
Whats next will always be in our mind…
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Great read for me. You have written the truth. It is very close to FOMO but I just loved the way you presented it. I hope everyone out there learns to appreciate the present moment.
PS – I did find ‘about’ page but no content about you. Is that intentional? 🙂
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Nice post
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Thank you!!!
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Most welcome
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Such profound thoughts.. loved all Vrunda.. 😇💕
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Thank you so much!! Appreciate your visit and kind feedback 🙏💖
Happy weekend!! 🙂
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