A Simple Exercise To Practice Being Present In The Moment

Being present in the moment is something I’ve really been working on this year. I’ve tried to stay off my phone when I’m doing other things. I’ve removed the notifications from my phone and email so that I’m not distracted all day.

And I’ve especially started to leave my phone in my purse, on the charger or in another room when I’m spending time with people.

It’s not always easy to be present. There are so many things vying for your attention and calling to you as you attempt to stay in the moment.

So I came up with a really simple exercise you can do pretty much anywhere that will help you learn to be present.

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When You Put Action Before Mindset You Gain It All Back

A few years ago, a good friend of mine decided to lose weight. He was tipping the scales a little over 300 pounds and he was unhappy with it.

Once he made the decision, he took action immediately.

He stopped eating fast food. He substituted water for soda. And he started running every day.

Not long after he began taking these actions, he lost weight.

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