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The desire for a conscious life and the search for oneself is invariably associated with doubts. Blogger Erica Lane talks about why we lose sight of life itself in the pursuit of the perfect life.
It was a cold and sunny day, I spent time with my children. We played with the rabbit on the lawn next to the house. Everything was great, but suddenly I realized — in 30 years I will no longer remember the details of today. I can’t remember in great detail our trip to Disneyland, the presents we gave each other at Christmas.
How can this be changed? Become more aware?
We experience life’s events as if in fast-forward. If we could slow down, everything would play out in a new light. That is why the idea of slow life, when life flows measuredly, is so popular now, especially for residents of megacities who constantly do not have time for anything.
But we have a thousand excuses. A career that makes you feel important, a wardrobe that makes you look presentable. We are mired in everyday affairs, in everyday routine, or, on the contrary, do not pay attention to anything in pursuit of an ideal life.
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1. Pay attention to every moment
It is not necessary to spend every vacation in an exotic country. Even ordinary things give a taste for life — for example, the same game with children on the front lawn. Instead of looking to the future, try dwelling on the present.
2. Learn to see beauty in simple things
Beauty is the key to realizing the most important. The main guide to a different view of the world. A blossoming tree in the garden, a stylishly decorated hotel room or an incredible sunset opens up a different side of everyday life, you will enjoy the satisfaction of just living on the planet.
3. Treat life like a game
Adult life puts pressure on us with a new level of responsibility. But don’t forget that we were once children. Keep a sense of humor in any, even the most difficult, life situation.
4. Be grateful for every moment that happens to us
Be grateful for what life gives. You can use the following technique: At the end of each day, review the previous day. What can you praise yourself for? What made you happy? Do not forget about such pleasant things — the smile of your mother, the rosy cheeks of the son who came home after playing football, the husband who came home from work. Be attentive to trifles, do not go in cycles in your problems.
5. Protect yourself from burnout
I clearly remember that period. Everyone worried me, but not myself. I worked from home, took care of the household while my husband worked in the office, staying up late. Where can you find time for yourself? And it must be, otherwise you will dissolve in others and completely forget about your «I».
6. Be ready for change at any moment
Nothing is permanent in life. Each event brings its own changes. But it’s worth it. There is nothing more changeable than life itself, and we must be ready for change. The main thing that will help you find yourself is to live with an open soul and wide open eyes.
7. Change the habitual life scenario
The scenario by which we live is exclusively in our head. We create our own reality. If you are dissatisfied with yourself and do not want to live the way you live, this is an occasion to reconsider your outlook on life and develop a new scenario that is different from the one you live now. You are building a new reality and moving forward.
Try to pay as little attention to distractions as possible and listen to your mind and heart. More awareness, and life will appear before you from a new angle, and everything around will sparkle with new colors.
Source: Becomingminimalist.