Live In The Moment – Be Present
There are many spiritual leaders and mindfulness teachers who have written a variety of books on the benefits of living life in the present moment. Eckhart Tolle, Deepak Chopra, Wayne Dyer, Jon Kabat-Zinn, Louise Hay to name a few….
Living life in the present moment while married, as in all aspects of life, brings so much inner peace and happiness. Being present means I am inwardly open to intuitively see and hear what is happening in the now. I connect with my husband in the now. I am not directed by past troubles or future worries. I do not react to any moment with the lens of the past or the future. I do not react at all. Period. I act. I am proactive with lenses that are clearly focused in the now.
My heart is at peace, and filled with love.
Peaceful Calm
It is not easy to be mindful, to just be in any moment. Yet, there is a peaceful calm of security and love within it.
If you are not a regular practitioner of mindfulness or have very few fears and insecurities, in my experience, it takes some mileage together as a couple to comfortably just be with each other in your marriage or partnership, however you label your relationship with your significant other.
Fears, insecurities (more fear!), self-doubt (fear again!), etc… all the usual growing pains of a committed relationship take time to nurture away.
My husband and I are in year five together. While I believe a marriage should never stop growing and changing to evolve with the passing years…this year together has cemented the foundation of our commitment and love for each other. From here we grow up. ❤ I’m suddenly thinking of Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs. Michael and I are in year five of our marriage – there are five tiers to this pyramid. It seems to fit….
Anyway, I’ve digressed from the topic of living in the present moment. However, I will comment that it is far more challenging to live in the present moment when one is living in a state of fear.
Life of Peaceful Calm – Living in the Present Moment
Peaceful calm is the life my husband and I truly want. But life isn’t easy. Life throws upper cuts and stomach punches. Sometimes on a daily basis. Taking a moment to ground, breathe, and become in the now…and be present for one another from our hearts is such a sophisticated gift to our marriage and each other….
Can’t say I’m always there, but I try!
Yoda..I know you say, “Do or do not. There is no try” but hey I’m no Jedi Master!!
Not yet!!
S, ❤️
About me: Stephanie Wells
I’m a Reiki Master Teacher of Usui Shiki Ryoho – the Usui System of Natural Healing. I was attuned in Levels I, II & IIIA in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. During a 6 week stay in Mararikulam North, Kerala, India I was reattuned in Levels I, II, & IIIA as well as acquiring my Level IIIB Master Teacher attunement.

55 Rules For Love:
Study Of “The 55 Rules For Love”
55 Rules For Love – Rule #1 – When It Arrives, Cherish It
55 Rules For Love – Rule #2 – Whatever You Accept, You Will Get
55 Rules For Love – Rule # 5 – Don’t Say Words With The Intent To Hurt
55 Rules For Love – Rule # 6 – Accept And Forgive Easily
55 Rules For Love – Rule #7 – Don’t Be Scared To Disagree, It Is Healthy
55 Rules For Love – Rule #8 – Never Be Too Busy For Each Other
55 Rules For Love – Rule #9 – Do Not Punish
55 Rules For Love – Rule #10 – Accept Honest Criticism, It Is Good For Us
55 Rules For Love – Rule #11 – Admit When You Are Wrong, Quickly
55 Rules For Love – Rule #12 – Support Each Other When The Going Gets Tough
55 Rules For Love – Rule # 13 – Live In The Moment – Be Present
55 Rules For Love – Rule #14 – Leave The Past Where It Belongs
55 Rules For Love – Rule #15 – Leave Drama Out Of It
55 Rules For Love – Rule #16 – Don’t Try To Control
55 Rules For Love – Rule #17 – Allow A Small Amount of Jealousy
55 Rules For Love – Rule #18 – Don’t Use Comparisons
55 Rules For Love – Rule #19 – Celebrate Differences
55 Rules For Love – Rule #20 – Communicate Openly and Honestly
55 Rules For Love – Rule #21 – Listen Very Carefully
55 Rules For Love – Rule #22 – Don’t Judge
55 Rules For Love – Rule # 23 – Don’t Manipulate To Get Results
55 Rules For Love – Rule # 24 – Learn and Grow
55 Rules For Love – Rule #25 – Don’t Try To Change Each Other
55 Rules For Love – Rule #26 – Don’t Condemn Each Other’s Family and Friends
55 Rules For Love – Rule #27 – Lines, Flaws and Imperfections are Beautiful
55 Rules For Love – Rule #28 – Trust Your Instincts, But Don’t Be Paranoid
55 Rules For Love – Rule #30 – Instead of Power, Aim For Balance
55 Rules for Love – Rule #31 – Space Is Needed To Breathe And To Grow
55 Rules for Love – Rule #32 – Accept That You Are Both Unique – Never Compare
55 Rules For Love – Rule #33 – Have Fun, Laugh and Play – A Lot
Wonderful post Stephanie and so enlightened.
You and Michael are a beautiful couple
♡♡♡
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Michael and I are on our journey…. thank you Margie!!! ❤ ❤ ❤ Safe journey home!!!!!
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Thank you, Stephanie.
We traveled six hours today and now at our destination for the night.
A beautiful campground in New Mexico.
We are going to dinner at one of our favorite restaurants soon.
I am all dolled up and my hubby just said, ” you look so nice.”
Sweet guy he is!
Oh, I will be reading the chapter of Michaels book when I get home and send you pics when we download them.
We will be home on Monday pm.
Have a wonderful weekend ❤ ❤ ❤
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I can’t wait to see your pictures!! I hope reading Michael’s book isn’t too painful for you. ❤ ❤ ❤ Safe journey home!
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Excellent!
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Thank you!!! ❤ 🙂
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Wonderful….. Will visit again to see and read
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Thank you so much for reading my blog and intend to visit again!! 🙂 Have a joyful day!!! 🙂 🙂 🙂
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You are welcome to my website as well
http://www.maskedwonders.com
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Wonderful!! Thank you!! I will check your site out for sure!! 🙂 🙂 🙂
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Thank you very much dear. Hence we keep the traffic smooth…. Hahahh
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