The past and future are mental constructs, limiting our ability to thrive in the present moment.
Embracing the present allows individuals to tap into endless creativity and positively influence their surroundings.
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Being made for now
The podcast explores the concept of being made for the present moment. It highlights how humans are not well-suited to fixating on the past or obsessing over the future. The speaker reflects on their own experience of trying to fix the past through therapy, only to find it created more difficulties. They emphasize that the past only exists in our thoughts and memories, which are often distorted. Similarly, the future is a construct of our imagination and does not truly exist. The key insight is that humans are naturally inclined to thrive in the present moment, where they have the power to impact their surroundings and tap into their unlimited creative potential.
The power of now
The podcast highlights the significance of embracing the present moment. It emphasizes that now is the only time that truly exists, as past and future are mere mental constructs. The speaker explains that when individuals are fully present and connected to the present moment, their presence can positively influence those around them. They become receptive to insights and creativity that go beyond their memories and imagination, tapping into a deeper, real-time responsive intelligence. By focusing on the present and engaging in creative, conscious actions, individuals can shape a future that is even more fulfilling than their present reality.
Why is it that we can sometimes amaze ourselves with our own daring and creativity and at other times struggle to envision getting through the day? In this episode, Michael highlights how the past and the future aren't what we think they are, and what knowing that allows us to do in the hear and now.
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