It is absolutely important to stay in the present moment. However there is something to be said for developing the skill of anticipation rather than falling prey to knee-jerk reactions to life. I worked for many years in the food service industry, and I learned to be successful by demonstrating anticipation for what the guests … Continue reading Anticipation
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Excited
There's just something about feeling excited that makes me feel so happy to be alive. Kids are pros at it. They get excited about play-dates, birthdays, and summer vacations! I remember as a kid being so excited during the month of May, anticipating the end of the school year, and thinking about fun days featuring … Continue reading Excited
Benefits
A couple of benefits from having a dedicated meditation practice: When you train your brain to slow down and focus on the present moment during meditation, it carries over into the rest of your day. You start to find that your awareness is almost ahead of the frenzy of life happening all around you. It's … Continue reading Benefits
Anticipation
The anticipation of something happening is almost always a much more delicious experience than the actual event. Visualizing all of the exciting recreation for that upcoming vacation, planning the wedding of the century, working towards that degree which promises so many job opportunities, or merely dreaming of the time coming up when things will finally … Continue reading Anticipation