I believe the first component to living your life authentically is what we like to call Being Present, or “In The Moment.” In the spiritual community these words are tossed around frequently. Used this way, the definition is “the period of time now occurring.” It is an aspect of time and place.…a singular experience.
To be present is to make a conscious choice to participate
in that moment, in linear time.
To be Authentic and live as your Authentic Self I think the word I prefer is ‘Presence.” Presence exists within you, and outside of you. It is expansive. You have presence within your body and your life. At any given moment you can choose to bring your Presence into the present. With Presence the question becomes….…
Who do you choose to be within this moment?
And if you step up to inquire of yourself that question, then you are living that moment as your Authentic Self. Your Authentic Self requires you to have presence within each moment, rather than “at” each moment.
What is the gift of choosing to live your life with Presence?
The gift is opportunity and choice. It is to be the observer and the active participant. To be “at cause” in your life, rather than at the “effect” of it. Presence puts you in the driver seat.…you commit your Presence. It can be an uncomfortable place to be when you are in unfamiliar territory. When you are lost and can’t find your way. It also can allow the excitement of exploration, creating, and manifesting…..expanding into the fullness of your life.
Where do you choose to live?
