Beat Future Frustration (The Dying Logs Day 46)

I’ve improved significantly when it comes to living potential future outcomes in the now.

We all have plenty to deal with in the present, that’s for sure, and we weaken our ability to conquer the here and now by worrying about the future.

Yes, this is a fine balance and plenty of people need to cultivate thinking about the future as they live far too much in the present.

But if you’re like me, future worrying weakens you in the present thus creating more suffering for you and those around you.

Focus on beating this problem. Take a step back when worrying about things you can’t change. Remember that you’ve been through problem after problem and are still standing? Will this really be the problem that will take you out? Not likely.

Ask yourself can I do something to prevent this? If ‘yes’ take that action, if ‘no’ focus your mind on the present. It’s a skill that comes over time and an important offshoot of strength.