Are you constantly thinking about what to cook for dinner while having a conversation with your kids? Are you the person at the dinner table who is always checking their phone instead of paying attention to the people you are with? Do you believe there is nothing great about your day because you’re always rushing around?

Well, I’m here to tell you that you’re missing out on the blessings of life by not being present in the moments you have everyday.  Even though time flies, it doesn’t mean you have to fly with it. Time is a constant that will never change so it is not really time that moves quickly, it is us.

If you wanted to take a few minutes out of your day and watch the sunrise or sunset, could you? If you wanted to put your phone away while enjoying a great dinner with friends, could you? If you stopped thinking about other things for 2 minutes while your child talked to you about their day, could you?  The answer is, of course you could. You have that power. But as a society, we have gotten into a routine of “time is money” or “time is wasted if we don’t hurry”.  Really? Who came up with that nonsense?

Life should be enjoyed, embraced and savored. We never know when our time is up here on Earth or when someone else won’t be there tomorrow; so we should hold on to every precious moment and try to make it last an eternity.  I know it’s not always easy to do so here are some suggestions to start you off:

1. Focus on your priorities in life such as family, friends, co-workers, pets, and so forth. Remember, you may not get another chance so create memories that will last a lifetime.
2. Disconnect from the cell phone, television, radio and internet every once in a while and allow yourself time to unwind. Trust me, they will all be there when you get back.
3. Eat slower and savor everything you taste.  You’ll be surprised at what you “do” taste when you don’t have to eat and run.
4. Take a few minutes each day to step outside, breathe deeply and marvel at the world around you. By looking at the sky, the birds, the ants, the flowers, etc., you’ll start to feel connected to the world in a way you’ve never felt before.
5. Drive slower and enjoy the journey to your next destination. Road rage is merely a symptom of something else in your life, not the person in front of you so don’t take it out on them.
6. Find little pleasures in everything that you do, from washing the dishes, to taking out the trash, grocery shopping, or even letting your dog outside. What did you notice or sense?

We only get one chance to have an amazing life and part of that is to embrace and enjoy each other and the other living things on this Earth fully and completely. Take time to slow down and be present in each and every moment. You’ll be glad you did.

Love and Blessings,

Coach Dina Blas

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Dina Blas

Dina Blas is an Inner Healing and Confidence Coach who helps her clients who have experienced childhood trauma break the toxic relationship cycle and rewrite their story. Learn how to let go of your past and step into your power by contacting Dina today via her website www.DinaBlas.com or by joining her private community here: https://links.dinablas.com/Community