Let me explain what I mean when I say, “Live in the moment.”  It’s not that you should cast caution to the wind. Nor, do I believe it to mean that what one may be doing at any given time should not be interrupted by something more important that may happen suddenly.  Rather, it is to be fully present in one’s life, and not waste time ruminating about the past or worrying about the future.

It also means that when doing things, your attention to that particular task is of utmost importance. Similarly, when one is with other people, to “be there” in true sense of the words is essential to good communication. Nothing is more hurtful to someone who needs to talk about something important, than to have the other person tune in and out of the conversation.  It is both rude and inconsiderate. One need only think of the golden rule to see the import of this concept.

One of the things that has caused people to be distracted so much of the time, is that there are so many of them.  One just has to be out in public to see evidence of this. There is so much noise. It is difficult to find a quiet place to just “be.”  Luckily, one can still find peaceful surroundings in nature. Being out in the early morning to walk in a quiet environment, can bring solace in the constant clamor of our world.  It is a wonderful way to center oneself before the day gets into full swing. Meditating or praying in nature can deliver a bonanza of blessings to the beginning of one’s day.

For some of us, the concept of being in the the moment comes naturally.  I was fortunate to grow up with such a person in my life. Even so, I still find it hard to be this way, even though I want  to do so. Living in the moment may be difficult, but if you want your life to have more meaning, then cultivating it is a good idea. You can do it right now, in this very moment!