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The pace of today’s world is hectic for most of us. Time definitely appears to be speeding up with so much to achieve and do in a shorter time frame. This frantic pace stops us from taking the time out to think about life, appreciate it and to make choices in life that help us to stay balanced and happy. When I end a busy day I find myself wondering what I achieved and if what I did that day had meaning. I often wonder how to balance what seems like almost two different worlds; one of calmness and the other of chaos, and to live comfortably in both spaces, at the same time.
If our external world is a direct expression of our inner world, then how can we bring a sense of calm, peace and a feeling of authenticity to our external world? By being all of those things inside.
If we want to become more peaceful and authentic, we need to be present. So how do we be present in our everyday lives? By practicing mindfulness. As you wake up in the morning and as you go through the day, how mindful of your experiences are you? How aware are you of the breath you are taking, of the feeling of your clothing on your body and the touch of the chair that you are sitting on. How aware are you of the emotions you are feeling through the day as you interact with others. How aware are you of the simple things and are you noticing joy and random acts of kindness? How connected are you to your soul? By being mindful of oneself and your environment, we can become more present , and more grounded which can give us a sense of authenticity.
Authenticity is about being in your power, being happy with who you are, accepting of yourself, the world around you and others in it. Once we attain a non judgemental approach to our world, we can begin to be present. Being present is about having a centredness and stillness about you, a connection with others through the real attention you are giving them, and the ability to clear your mind of the constant chatter so that you can hear your heart.
If we are heart centred we can begin to be present in chaos