Be Here Now, Always!
This wonderful, life-changing idea comes from Ram Dass (born Richard Alpert) the Harvard professor and author (and my favorite guru!) who popularized the concept of "Be Here Now” in the 1970’s.
The concept is all about living in the present moment and embracing the here and now- Because it’s all we ever have! The past is all in your mind and the future is out of reach… so NOW is what’s happening; it’s what we are but we’re usually so distracted. “Be Here Now”encourages us to let go of the past and future worries and focus on the present moment only.
We don’t have to worry about ignoring the past or the future, just understanding that the only moment we have is really RIGHT NOW. Being lost in the past is always going to lead to anger and depression, and focus on the future causes fear and distress and a cascade of dread. But by living in the present moment, we can appreciate our experience more fully, and actually remember them!
Imagine no longer dwelling on the past and worrying about the future, but fully immersing yourself in the current moment.
"Be Here Now" also connects to acceptance, connecting with our inner thoughts in a healthy way, and being in touch with emotions but no longer allowing them to become overwhelming.. We CAN listen to our intuition, and make better choices that correspond with our true core values. It’s is a powerful teaching that emphasizes deliberately cultivating inner peace and living a more fulfilling life in the NOW.