Right Now

Because there's no time like the present.

The safest place to be when in a tough situation is—now.

Not in the past—that’s a fast track to depression. Not in the future—that’s an express train to anxiety.

Right. Now. This moment. That is where all your power is.

The other stuff is time travel and it’s a trap.

I’m not talking about learning from your mistakes or having a vision and making plans to move forward. I’m talking about debilitating ruminations over things you cannot control.

In meditation parlance, this state of being is referred to as being “centered” and even in normal times, it can be a challenge.

That’s why you need a tool bag you can reach into to bring yourself back.

In mine:

• Breathwork

• Running

• Journaling

• Cold shower

• Ritual

The first step, however, is to realize you’ve left the planet, which is the main reason I’m writing. Where are you right now? And what do you need to do to get back home?

xo hb