It occurred to me the other day that one of the reasons that I am feeling more joyful is that I am a lot more present in the moment. It is amazing how relaxing it is to brush your teeth and comb your hair with your full attention. Our minds are so over-burdened by excess information that it is nearly impossible to focus on the moment.
By being present, you enjoy what you are doing. Your mind isn’t travelling all over the place. It is just right there doing one thing at a time. It is enjoying the little things in life. You can eat your breakfast with full attention. Enjoy the taste of the fruit and the aroma of the coffee. It has a very calming effect on the body.
In a world that is moving at break neck pace, this ability to stay in the moment becomes one of our greatest commodities and can contribute substantially to our happiness. It takes practice, like everything else, but it is a habit worth obtaining. You can even call it meditation.