The other day I caught myself going through the motions again, I had turned on my auto pilot switch unconsciously. I was in a hurry. I was completely and utterly distracted. I most definitely was NOT ready to appreciate and respect the NOW.
I remembered having a conversation with my dear friend who is watching her father prepare to exit this temporary life in which we live. She commented on how she would not be taking any precious moments for granted. With this in mind, I stopped and thought about what I was doing and how I could cherish it more. I wonder why it is such a hard thing for me to appreciate the gift of life and choose to make a conscience effort to take all of life in tangibly.
I easily saw that I have become too busy – I need to slow down a little and zone in on what is going on. Let’s think of the Mary and Martha story from the scriptures…I’m sure many others could go along with this thought as well.Can you see where this is going? Yes. A new year’s resolution – and more! I have now decided to make this my mantra for the year – Live in the Moment (notice my new slogan). I found the following article a helpful reminder on how to, Slow down…Zone in…and Live in the Moment.
www.wikihow.com/Live-in-the-Moment
Comments:
michelle said…
I agree Jodi-I am an expert at zoning out. Thanks for the reminder.
Tuesday, January 05, 2010 12:45:01 PM
Stephen said…
I am glad to know where you are…because then I find myself too.
Tuesday, January 05, 2010 3:56:03 PM
Bruce said…
I have a book of poems entitled “Always Begin Where You Are.” I’ve always liked that phrase. Too much past or too much future really get us into trouble.
Wednesday, January 06, 2010 6:34:34 PM
Stacie said…
I need to try harder to zone in! I am reading a book on the Mary and Martha story! You are welcome to borrow it when I am finished! It takes a view from both sides! We do get ourselves and kids over scheduled that’s for sure!
Thursday, January 07, 2010 10:59:24 AM