A Life Lesson from the Dalai Lama

This is probably one of my favorite cartoons of all time that depicts a very important message: being fully present in the moment. As I mentioned in my first insight just the other day, it is so crucial to realize all that you have with you in the here and now. This includes material things, people, and just the fortunate aspect of being alive. When you become too focused on the future or stuck in what happened in the past, you lose perspective of what matters most in life.

Allow this message that the Dalai Lama sends all of us to really sink in. Evaluate how you go about your life on a daily basis. Are you similar to the reporter in the cartoon, too focused on your work to notice the important things in life such as your health and family? I first challenge you to live your day fully in the moment, taking in the sunshine, smiling at everyone you walk past, and truly just enjoying your life. Then I challenge you to reflect on your day before you go to bed tonight and be honest with yourself. Were you able to live fully in the presence of others throughout your day, enjoying each interaction with those people? If so, that's great not continue to do so! If not, well, there's your task for the next few days!