LIVING IN THE NOW
Spiritual wisdom advises us to 'live in the
moment.' It's important to
understand this in the context of truly knowing ourselves.
It's true that we can't live in the past or
future, only in the present.
But it's also true that how consciously we act in the present depends a
great deal on how aware we are of our subconscious feelings and aims. The better we know these, the more
authentically we may live in the present.
For example, some might read best sellers not
because such books really interest them but to appear smart and in the
know. Or, some might go rock climbing
not because they enjoy physical challenge, but because they want something to
boast about.
Thus, to live in the moment authentically, we
need to know where our actions are coming from.
This is often the error of the sensualist and existentialist, for they
may live not just in the moment, but for the moment, without looking inward
to know where their actions are coming from.
To live authentically in the HERE and NOW takes
deep self-awareness and the ability to express one’s intrinsic true self. Then bliss and fulfillment results.
Goodness and joy to all, Joseph.
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