Self Improvement and Living in the Present Moment

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Having clear goals and desires for our future, and planning for their fulfilment are vital steps if we are serious about self improvement and achievement.


Delayed gratification is something that is practiced by many successful people, even if they arent aware of it. In simple terms, delayed gratification means making sacrifices now in order to achieve greater rewards in the future.


Most successful people become successful because they take actions and make sacrifices that less successful people are not prepared to do or make. However, in order to live a well rounded life and enjoy a rewarding lifestyle, we also need to be able to make the most of where we are at any given time.


Most of us have on ongoing internal dialogue within our minds, even if we arent aware of it. We rehash events that have happened to us in the past and replay them in our minds, both good and bad. We also visualise events that we expect to happen to us in the future, both good and bad. When were at work we spend time thinking about our domestic lives, and when were at home we think about our problems at work. If were not careful our days can slip by without us really noticing.


This can happen so easily, that we sometimes need to make a concerted effort to enjoy each present moment or run the risk of depriving ourselves of a lot of pleasure. Planning for the future is essential, and we can all learn from the past. However, savouring the present moment and enjoying the simple pleasures, like a beautiful sunset, or the joy of a laughing child, or a walk on a deserted beach with a loved one, can make our lives infinitely richer.


Self Improvement Quote of the Day:

Do not dwell in the past, do not dream of the future, concentrate the mind on the present moment. - Buddha


About the author:

Garry Zancanaro is the founder of Self Improvement Directory, a website dedicated to Self Improvement and Personal Development, and to helping people live more successful and fulfilling lives by providing a directory of the highest quality Self Growth resources available. Includes many FREE eBooks and much more. Visit
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Garry Zancanaro
Self Improvement and Living in the Present Moment

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