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Every human has a distinctive nature, over time I have discovered I have an irregular way of thinking, I live hundreds of years in my imagination not just thought of fantasy and myths. A combination of actual realistic plans of how each of my actions will turn out in the future. it feels like peeping into the future, like a vision in my imagination of what is yet to be. it has always been this way for as far back as I can remember. Call it deep thinking but it is more than that, I have always find it difficult to live in the present. My mind is always occupied with possible results of my actions and how it correlate with my expectations of the future depriving me of the fun in the present.
When people talk of living in the moment as a possible determinant of happiness mine seems to be the opposite. I live in the future even if it is just in my imagination but it feels like it, the thought of knowing what is up ahead makes me feel at ease. someone once said I'm terrified of the future or uncertainties that is why I spend so much time thinking of how to prepare for it. probably I'm, I live my whole life in the known, only the known is safe, only the known is certain. there are a lot of variables to consider in life, the thought of being ignorant of something I should have known is something I can't afford.
As fun as the world of my imagination could be, believe me it is. you have no idea how it feels to know the outcomes of almost everything around you, though there might be changes since nothing in life is truly constant apart from change itself. In a mythical movie I watched some time ago, there was a quote that resonates with me a lot. it says "Those whose mind transcends boundaries of the moment have no respect for the present" though it is a quote from a mythical movie but I can't say the statement is entirely untrue.
This way of thinking was never a real problem till I start feeling time is moving slower than usual, I know it sounds weird. imagine having a detailed plan of this moment till 20 years from now, every details of the plans laid out perfectly. adjusting the plan every moment to make room for emerging uncertainties. All that is left is for the 20th year to appear but no, you are still stuck in the first year living every moment bit by bit with the results more than a decade far away. they say patience is key for long term goals, I get the idea but why does it feel like I'm stuck in the present, reliving every moment I have imagined already. Like some sort of deja vu but the only difference is only my mind has lived beyond the present but my physical state has not.
Believe me I have tried to keep my mind occupied with matters of the present but it is never enough. relying only on the thought of the present is like a human surviving only on tofu, it might be sufficient to keep a human alive but never well fed. How do I match this present time with my imaginations to ensure both goes in line with each other? I'm not capable of controlling the curious nature of my mind since it is an act that occurs in my subconscious neither can I manipulate time to move in the same pace as my mind.
I have learnt a lot about patience through meditation and all but it all boils down to one technique which is keeping my mind in control and ensuring I stay in the present. as easy as its sound, it is easier said than done. Here I'm seeking a solution in the knowledge of my readers hoping to hear of something that will assist me in managing my thoughts and to learn how to be content with the present.
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We are differently made, reading this made me love your kind of imagination. I don't think there's anything wrong with going ahead of the present, it makes you prepare more for what's coming ahead, I know time seemed to be a limitation but then you will be at advantage if your thoughts happen to play out exactly as you imagined.
I don't see this as a form of fear of the future, it is getting prepared for the unknown. The present sometimes makes us too relax, especially if things are working the way we planned, but one thing we mostly forget is that the present is not all that there is.
This is you, you can't change who you are, what I have to say is embrace the present, enjoy it and if the thought of the future makes you double up to become a better man, then I will advise you embrace it too. We all have that thing that drives us towards a better life if the thought or imagination of the future is what drives you then please don't hold tight. Hold tight to the present for it is what you have at hand and also the imagination of the future for it is what will lead you to it.
This is highly thoughtful of you.
Accepting my nature and acknowledging the significance of the present. Truth be told, I have always felt like giving up one for the other seems to be the only solution but from your comment I realise I could find a balance. Living in the present and also holding unto my plans for the future. Though I'm still mot sure of how I'm going to get it done but i believe it is worth giving a try.
I appreciate your thoughtful contribution, it is highly insightful. Thanks for sharing.
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This sort of thinking could definitely be useful in writing. I'd love to be able to think up and edit my stories the way you described.
I can't imagine what your reality feels like, but please do consider it a gift!
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Thanks for your valuable advice 🤗
You do know that having a mind like yours is a blessing. Many people lack the ability to see or even plan future events. They are all about the present and that isn't a really good thing if you ask me.
Nonetheless, like you've said, one way to keep your mind in check is by trying to quiet down the noise. Another way could be indulging in hobbies of some sort. Something you like doing. This can create some form of diversion.
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Hobbies!!
Writing is kind of the only hobby I have right now. Do you have any suggestions?
Welllll, I do not know if you are very artistic but channeling the energy to art, maybe reading or even research on things that interest you could be one way.
I'm kind of a liberal art person and research is also my area of specialisation 😅. I appreciate your suggestion.
You are very much welcome 😅
This kind of thinking is very powerful! You are so uniquely gifted with this powerful ability to think about the future in details.
Some of us are struggling to keep our minds from visiting and revisiting the past, while you are enjoying the ability to create your future.
Be thankful for this, use it positively.
In my understanding, living in the moment is all about focusing your attention on the present, being grateful for what we have and where we are, and the best way to focus on the present moment is mostly to bring attention to your breath.
You can't stop yourself from thinking, but you can choose the thoughts to focus on.
I am not an expert on meditation or manifesting, but I believe that you have a unique gift that many are looking for.
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Choosing what to think about, this is definitely sounds good. I won't have to worry about processing all my thoughts at once. I appreciate the suggestion and word of advice.
My pleasure, @emrysjobber. And by way of reminder, what you've got is a truly unique gift, that many people would love to have.
Personally, I find myself to be very good at replaying past events and experiences in my imagination, but when it comes to imagining the future I struggle. Yet this is what you do with ease.
Since I learnt about meditation and mindfulness, I have made some progress. I catch myself whenever I start drifting into replaying the past and start thinking of how I want my future to be.
Hope I have not bored you sharing about my own case ☺
Occasionally I think about my past but it has never been my area of focus. I believe that what has happened - has happened and there is nothing I can do about it than to move forward. It is kind of easy for me to make peace with my past.
Imagining the future is all about creating a picture in your mind of what you want with the available resources you have at hand. The issue people have with this is that they focus more on fantasies instead of reality.
No you haven't
truth be told, I have learnt a thing or two from your experience.
Thanks for sharing.
Your way of thinking is really interesting. You spend a lot of time thinking about the future and planning everything out in detail. While this can be helpful, it also makes it hard to enjoy the present moment. You've tried to focus on the present, but it's not easy. It's like trying to survive on only one type of food—it's enough to keep you going, but it's not very satisfying.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts, and I hope you find a way to feel more content with where you are right now.
Hopefully I will.
Thanks for stopping by 🤗
I don't think you should feel stuck, you only need to learn the act of patience. Keep planning your future and preparing for what's ahead and embrace your gift. Not everyone has a mind like yours.
Eventually the time for your plans to manifest will come and it would be without worries you know why? Because you got everything figured out ahead of time.
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Patience!!
Though it feels like forever but it was giving a try. I appreciate your thoughtful contribution and word of advice.
Thanks for stopping by 🤗