Alphabet of the Heart – B is for Be Here Now

When I listened to my Heart,

I learned two (at least) linked lessons

for the letter B

in the alphabet of the Heart.

First “be here now” and then “be on purpose”.

Be here Now

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Be here Now…in the Loving. 

After decades of counseling I have noticed the humor of how we, as humans, apparently have to be reminded (or remind ourselves) to take “one day at a time”.  Just being present in today seems to be an ongoing challenge.

I have noticed (have you?) that I cannot do or redo yesterday, no matter how hard I try.  When we are depressed it is often because we are ruminating in the past about what has happened and grieving the “what if ” and “if only” of our memories.  I have joked with clients that if they find a way to travel into the past I have a list of things I would like for them to do for me!

I have also noticed that I am unable to “do” tomorrow or next week.  Anxiety is our fear of what might happen in the future, yet the only control we have is to be present now and do what we can to fix, remedy and adjust the consequences of the past and lay the foundation for a better future.  The power over the past and the future lies in being here now.

I have sometimes observed a client swing from focus on the past to focus on the future like a pendulum out of control.  There is no peace in that.  The peace of mind that comes when one comes present in “now” is observable and palpable.  Emotions calm.  Thoughts calm and clear.  Only then can one really listen to what is and make wise decisions and choices to move forward.  Only then can we truly listen clearly to the Heart.

Be On Purpose

Being on purpose almost automatically follows when you are present in the now.  That is when you can recognize what is next to do, what is in your hand to handle next.  A good question to ask to reconnect with your purpose:

“What is in your hand?”

What is the best way to be here now and be on purpose?

Always follow your Heart in all ways