Whilst laying on the soft grass, basking in the radiant warmth of sunshine I take a deep breath and close my eyes. For a brief moment, I feel an inner peace. I feel that this is how it is all meant to be. No rush, this moment is here because this is what it is all about. My mind slows down - an ever so brief moment of clarity. My eyes open and I exhale. The light and noises return, my mind kicks back into overdrive.
It's about trying to take a different view. How such a simple moment can create a little glimpse of clarity is something I am addicted to. Forcing these moments however seems to be more of a pass time for me rather than the experience itself. The constant barrages of sights and sounds. The interactions with family and friends. The never ending internal dialogue. A fleeting moment of peace and quiet feels like trying to find a 'holy grail' of sorts. Falling unknowingly into these random and beautiful moments is bliss. To me they mean so much, as they are few and far in between.
So, I guess it comes down to this.
It's about really being 'present' in those moments. Not just physically being there, but mentally, emotionally and spiritually. Really feeling that this is a special moment in time. Letting all of the unnecessary 'noise' leave. Taking that deep breath, closing your eyes. Realizing that at this very moment, you are so deeply intertwined with all that surrounds you. This is what being in the present moment is all about. This is what clarity is. It really is a different view.
tamsyd
