Live in the NOW!
Saturday, January 16, 2010 at 12:11AM Over the last few days I have been so engrossed in writing my book that I have only surfaced to eat, sleep, take a few calls and take care of Charlie, so it was nice to actually get out tonight with Mike and Jonesy and Andy and Joleen and head out for dinner to celebrate, Joleen and Andy's first week in LA and Mike and Jonesy's first year in LA.
Where does the time go, it's amazing how we trundle through life and forget the time that passes. We walk by things and don't really notice things and then we forget words that someone has said. For a long while, I wasn't present in my life, for many reasons, however I have found that over the last few months, I have started to have the presence that I needed. I listen to people more intently and I remember things that they say, that actually shock them when I retell the story that they told, or tell them what their favorite beer is, when they told me 2 months ago.
Being present is important, so we have to be focused. If we are not present then how can we live for the moment and also move forward in life and plan for the future. Because what happens now can often mould how we live our life, we change things, we make things happen, we have moments of inspiration from the present.
By taking time to honor the moment we can also have moments of inspiration and this comes from a source that is so powerful that we shock ourselves, when we realize it's come from our true core, our essence, our soul. There may have been someone who has inspired that, but really you have had that moment and that is when you are truly connected to what you are feeling around you, and who is influencing your life. You are in the now, and feeling the moments.
There are too many people who are willing to race through life and go on to the next thing and the next thing, it doesn't stop. I have been guilty of this and I know that, but this time I am focused, in the now and ready to receive. What happens when you live in the past for the future, you miss what is happening now, the beauty that surrounds us, the jokes that have created the laughter that you hear, the wind around the trees, many things pass us by, for what… a moment where you are rushing to create something for the future, or where you are holding on to something in the past.
The past is something that we cannot change, we can't bring people back, we cannot change events. However we have to take a look and see how we are to move forward with the gift of life that we have been given and make the most of what we have. The future can change, but we can only really determine what we want if we embrace the NOW and what we are doing around us otherwise you will never really know what you like.
So take time today to stop, look around you and appreciate what you have, who you have, and what everything means to you. Take your feelings and deal with them, live for the moment. It's hard, but I have often said at random times of the day, "At this present time I have everything I need" and it's true, I appreciate what I have, and who I have in my life.
Honor you, honor what your feelings are and who you are… live in the present because it really is a gift!
With blessings and love
Lisa xx
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:) Thank you Lisa! Just what I needed to hear right now :) My little boy is 3 years old, and every day is an adventure. We have so much to learn from the children about living in the moment. Big hug XX
Good morning Lisa ..
Thank you for a great blog today ..
kram ..XXX
Thank you Lisa! Xoxox
Hey Lisa,
You always seem to write such inspiring words which are obviously very heartfelt.
May I say, none more so than this blog.
ABSOLUTELY AMAZING, INSPIRING, ENCOURAGING, HEARTENING AND REFRESHING!!!
Any words I now write would seem empty in comparison to what you have given us through this blog!
Thank you!!!
Pat
"Be inspired by life"
Amen Sista...XXXXX love Stace.S..
Funny...
I went to a spiritual healer yesterday and she told me to be present in my body an my life here and now. She also told me that now everything in my life is the way its supposed to be.
And then today you write almost excatly the same.
Have a nice day with lots of love.
"I didn`t realize untill now that all those days that passed by was life itself"
This was written by an swedish author.
Hi Lisa,
As I sit in a house that is hovering around 50 degrees F, (or less) I think I am miserable and feel sorry for myself; but then...I see misery in Haiti and forget my discomfort. I have survived cancer, and yet I can forget what an incredible gift I was given when I focus too much on little annoyances; how silly of me! People in Haiti are in such unfortunate, devastating situations and many are dying just from a lack of water! How petty and small we can be at times!
I have all I need to survive and be happy; not everyone is so lucky. Time to keep things in perspective.
Thank you for sharing your love and insight!
Warm hugs and love,
Cheryl
Very true
I have everthing I need but the poor people in Haiti are really doing it tough. Aid is getting through now thank goodness. I hope they continue to find people alive like the little girl today her name is Winnie.
I hope you had a great night out. Can I ask what is the name of the new book.
Hi my love,
Thank you for this most beautiful blog. Its so hard trying to live in the now moment. I know the [ast is the past-so stay away from there. And as far as the future goes, we can only get a glimpse of what is there but not try and live there. You are so right -we must live in the present, the now moment.
Thanks my love, for being you. Its because of you that i am me.
Love you lots,
Mary
Lisa, last year seems like it was a year of change for everyone, seems like you are no exception. I am someone who reads your blogs regularly, and gains so much from your words, there really aren't words that can explain it. ;) I struggle constantly to live on this earth plane, be present and just stay. I know I have so much magic to give and am struggling to learn to let it out, to allow myself to help in the way my intution is whispering that I can. It's so hard to believe in myself, to believe in the moment! I sooo needed to hear your words, and to understand over and over that while your life is difficult also and you are going through painful things you still give so much to everyone, you continue to be such an inspiration to me to want to stay and develop as a healer.
Even though I don't really know you, I love you and believe in you. and thank you for giving the world you, it's not an easy path to trod I knowwwwww !
Love and LIght to you always, Jen
So true Lisa.....Life is certainly a gift and one to treasure until we pass on to our real home on the other side. Since my son's passing I've strengthened my spirituality to deal with this terrible loss. I realize my life will never be the same....I've lost a part of myself, my future. Still and all I treasure life because I've come in contact with beautiful people like you with your wonderful gifts from God to help encourage, inspire and help heal me so I could appreciate life again and love my son and family and friends here, and, of course, my angel son and loved ones in spirit.
Thank you Lisa for all you do. God has blessed you with many gifts. Enjoy that adorable son of yours and the precious times as life is so dam short. Many blessings to both of you in this New Year 2010 and always!
Love & Hugs,
Hi Lisa, again such a wonderful Blog, you are such a WISE Woman!! I learn a lot by living by your words. Love & Hugs to you!!! Judi ;)
Thank you Lisa,
Your blog today was just what I needed to hear. You are truly awsome and I am so greatfull for this loving site where we can share our inner most feelings and help each other with love.
Hugs
Sue in PS
xxx
Great post Lisa
I wish I had this advise from you 13 years ago when I lost my mom.
Since knowing you I always take your good advise
Thank you so much for the reminders
Love you
Hey there Lisa,
Precious blog that is so key to living life in a purposeful way. It is all about making those moments count as you are reshaping the future!
Love~n~Light,
Laura
Wonderful post, Lisa. Thank you! It is truly hard to live in the moment and enjoy each moment when we are always planning ahead. Some great advice.
peace....deb t/illinois
Oh so true..all we have is the NOW ..and there it goes.....So all we have is the now and...
Enjoy your time Lisa and move into those spaces in-between too!
Love!
Andrea
...did I need to hear that today or what.....
Debra
x
Dear Lisa
I will be attending your appearance at Proctor's Theatre in Schenectady on January 22nd 2010. This is a very special day to myself and those I will be attending with. It is the anniversary of my best friend Gloria Steven's death. The last time you were in the Albany area, Gloria purchased tickets for herself and her Daughter Shawn Marie to see you, but Gloria was too ill to attend. Shawn Marie however did attend. The death of Gloria was totally unexpected and it was Shawnie that found her so it has been painfully hard for her to deal with. Shawnie and I have been so close that she calls me Sister, a title that I am proud and honored to have. The fact that you will be here on the Anniversary of her Mother's passing, is somewhat of a sign to her. I PRAY that somehow there will be a connection and that you may be able to spare a moment to give her a reading ... I know it will mean the world to her and she is having such a difficult time with the loss of her Mother which is understandible I know, but this is somewhat different, because I think deep down inside she holds herself accountable. She did everything for her Mother, who was the kindest, most wonderful, Christian woman I know. I feel in my heart that she is still here with us and there are times when I feel her presence. I hope that you see this post and that perhaps you can find it in your heart to reach out to her during your appearance. It would mean the world the her and to me. Have a blessed day and be safe in your travels as you walk through this life.
Debralei
Amen sister!
How true it is, and thank you Lisa i needed a Reminder of that
god bless you and charlie
Dear Lisa,
Over the years I have looked in many places for answers to finding inner peace and quieting my resltess spirit. The concept of living "in the now" really hit home to me when I read Eckhart Tolle's "A New Earth" about two years ago. I realised a lot of my restlessness and depression was caused by past regrets or future worries. I really thought about what he was saying and realised how important it was to try and master the art of living in the moment. I am currently reading a book called "Soul Lessons and Soul Purpose". One of the soul lessons is to learn the art of living in the moment. It seems that this is a vital life lesson that we all need to work towards mastering even though it is one of the hardest things to do. I have found, though, when one gets it right, it is a wonderful feeling that truly does bring inner peace. Thank you for reminding us to honour the present. After all, it is all that we have when you think about it.
I am pleased to hear you are making good progress with your book and taking time out for yourself, and also spending quality time with Charlie. Before you know it, he will be a teenager and out doing his own thing, so spend some of those special moments with him as well... it is so worth it.
Loads of love and hugs,
Jeanette
Nothing more needs to be said....you said it all. You are so AMAZING!!!!!!!!
Much love and hugs,
Cindy/cynthlynn