On Mondays, we dream about the weekend. We plan vacations months ahead and miss them as soon as they’re over. Even during the vacation, we worry about it ending, counting down the days until reality returns. Sound familiar? I’ve done the same—especially during massages, already dreading the end as soon as it began. How often do we long for something that’s passed? How often do we dream about the future, thinking it will make us happier? But how often do we stay fully present? Those moments when you’re immersed in a book or enjoying a quiet evening by the fire. That’s living in the now. Living in the moment isn’t just about seconds passing. It’s about embracing today. The past is gone—five minutes ago is history. The future hasn’t come yet and may never be as you expect. If today were your last, would you spend it wishing for something different? I’m not saying ignore the future or forget the past. Plan ahead, learn from it—but don’t live there. Regretting or obsessing keeps you stu...