This is part 3 of the 4 part series on being enough. So far we have talked about what being enough really means, and how to redefine perfectionism so that it doesn’t get in the way of you feeling like you are enough. If you missed those videos don’t forget to check them out – You can find Part 1 HERE and Part 2 HERE. 

Today, we are going to discuss another common barrier to feeling like you are not enough – living in the future.

Living in the future is when you are constantly thinking about what you or your life will be like a month, year, or 10 years from now. I am a big believer in dreaming about your future, setting goals, and working towards become your best self through personal development type of work. However, I am not a big fan of constantly having your mindset on what the future will be like, and approaching your future as the epitome of your happiness. Doing this takes away from your happiness now. Often when you are focused on working towards a future that you think you will love, but you do not love the journey it takes to get there, then you probably will not like the results you achieve either.

When you are putting your happiness in the future, often you will never achieve that future, it will always stay there in the distance. That is because you will continue to add things you need to do or be better at to get to that magical future place where you are truly happy.

Instead, I challenge you to create a practice of living in the present and being happy with where you are right now. If you find yourself unhappy with how you are living your life right now, then make changes right now. Don’t wait until the future to be happy, make the changes you can now to be a happier and healthier person.

Other ways to practice being present to the now is through meditation, daily journalling, getting in your body through dance or yoga type of activities, creative activities, and deep face to face conversations without distractions. Those are just a few examples, I am sure you can think of even more.

I would love to hear how you are going to be more present to right now by sharing in the comments below.
Also, if you are ready to take the next step towards being happier right now, then I want to work with you. You don’t have to do this alone.

Much love, Danielle