Do you ever feel stressed? Of course you do. One way we cope is to lower expectations, but we miss what may make us stronger.
We can be effective and happier when thinking on our feet. One way we cope with all sorts of stress, you know, the constant emails, texts, voice messages, people at work and at home pulling us in all directions, needing our attention, is to slow down and lower our expectations.
One of my challenges is to set realistic expectations and to regularly question myself as to whether I am being realistic with my expectations of myself and others.
So I am learning to coach myself and to harness the power of a "now" strategy.
What teaches us how spontaneity can be a better influence on work and happiness than endless worrying about the past and future? We all live between the past and the future.
By living in the present, we can only directly think, do or change anything at the point of "now."
Wanting to keep moving is a deeply powerful motivation. If what moves us to movement is the desire to move, we never want to stop. We want to do what is in front of us. We want to go with what feels right. And, when we feel this way, our ultimate reward is the thrill of effortless action.
You can choose to nurture a ‘Nowist’ mindset and by seeking joy in the flow of life, you will discover your natural power to take action and keep moving forward. We live in the present but carry the anxieties of the past and concerns of the future with us at all times. Yet, you can only directly think, do, or change anything at the point of now. Realising this, you can learn to transform your life with every moment.
NOW helps you to embrace the fullness of everyday life.
It encourages you to move beyond surviving, or coping, to joyfully and effortlessly live in harmony with the demands of your work-life balance. Instead of passively hiding or becoming overwhelmed, you can actively leap into the best that life has to offer.
Discover the power of your #NOW that enables you to take action, make decisions fast and effectively, and enjoy the moment while creating a successful and happy future.
Reference: Max Mckeown:” #NOW: The Surprising Truth About the Power of Now”
