How often are you where you are?

I know my question might seem a little odd, but just think about it for a moment.

If you’re still struggling with it, then allow me to clarify.

While you might be physically occupying a space, where are you mentally?

Are you here now, in the present, or has your mind wandered off into the future or the past?

If your mind has wandered off, then not to worry, you can bring it back to the here and now.

Having your mind in the same location as you are physically is not a requirement of life, but it is one way to alleviate anxiety and ease depression. It’s been said that anxiety is the constant thinking and worrying about the future, while depression is ruminating on the past. So, bringing your mind into the present allows you to escape, if only temporarily, from the perils of the past and future.

While being present and aligning your mind with your body might be challenging at first, it’s absolutely a skill you can learn to do. And you don’t need to do it all the time to reap the benefits. Just a few moments throughout your day can give your mind an opportunity to reset itself from thinking about the past and future.

So, learn to give your mind a break. Just for a moment, leave the past where it belongs and wait for the future unfold. Experience the feeling of being where you are.

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