In this thought-provoking piece, author Andrew Anabi reminds us of the fleeting nature of life and the importance of cherishing every moment. As life changes, we often find ourselves longing for the past and the memories we hold dear. But as Anabi points out, every moment is finite and precious, and it’s important to live in the present and cherish each exchange as if it were our last.
Like most people, you are probably waiting for something to happen. Maybe you are waiting to fall in love. Maybe you are waiting for your career to take off. But this is the problem. You are eager to get some place other than where you are. You want to be somewhere in the distance — where the grass is greener. However, the grass is never greener, but it does fade. It fades and becomes something else. Because life is constantly changing.
How to cherish life by Andrew Anabi
When life changes, you will probably miss the way it was. You may miss those long morning drives or walks to the office, or those hectic family gatherings. You may miss them because those moments are finite — you will only travel those streets and see those people a certain amount of times.
Every time you do something that is one less time you do it. One day you will do something the final time and you will rarely know when that day comes.
For all you know, today might be the last time you walk in a particular neighborhood. Or it might be the last time you smile at a particular someone. To think otherwise, would be foolish. Nothing is guaranteed, except this moment. Your only real choice is to cherish every exchange like it is your last — because it very well might be.
Therefore, the best way to cherish life is to remind yourself of life’s impermanence. It is to remember that every time you see someone that is one less time you see them. It is to remember that every time you go somewhere that is one less time you visit. By doing this, you naturally slow down. Almost like a reflex, you start to truly live.
By being mindful of the finite nature of our experiences, we can slow down and truly live in the present. So take a deep breath, look around, and savour the beauty of the here and now. Life is fleeting, but each moment is a precious gift to be treasured.
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