Here and now
When you feel drawn towards a decision that you know could cause more suffering for you and others, always remember that you are either running from past pain or foreseeing an upcoming uncertainty.
Then go back to the present moment.
@caringBerry61
Do you have any tips that can help one get back to present?
@Sunisshiningandsoareyou
That's the main teaching in Zen tradition: doing one thing at a time. Being present.
@caringBerry61 was there a time you couldn't do this for a long period of time for whatever reason then found a way back to it?
@communicativePond1728
@caringBerry61 I've heard someone call this externalizing. Am supposed to practice it four time per day for a week, and write down all the positives I can think of. You reminded me.
@caringBerry61
No hehe, by tips, I actually was seeking to know what has personally helped you, and not just the usual platitude-ish tips that we see around more commonly. So this was perfect, and being verbose is appreciated, for you spent time actually sharing your thoughts, in how you perceive being present in the moment. Thank you for sharing!
@caringBerry61
and if the current moment is unbearable, intolerable?
If the consequences are less painful, potentially a source of respite?
Still revert to what may remove all options?
Some of us have no other options, unfortunately problems are not temporary for everyone , acknowledging that at points in my opinion is worse for some.
Someone doesn't need to always do anything. Sometimes is enough.