Passport to Nostalgia
Passport to Nostalgia
Over the last 6 years, I’ve tried to be more present in the tiny and big moments that matter (it is still a work in progress).
I don’t know about you, just taking 5 minutes from the daily hustle and bustle to be present can be a challenge, especially in a 🌏 world that is stealing your attention and time.
So here are my 3️⃣ tidbits as to the importance of being present:
1. Building Connection
Being emotionally present allows you to connect with your loved ones on a deeper level.
For me, whether it is a bedtime story or playing Lego with my son and seeing the Lego creations he is making through his imagination, I know this phase doesn’t last forever, so I want to make sure I am present to bottle this up as a memory.
Being emotionally present fosters trust, open communication and a sense of security, which are crucial for building strong relationships with your loved ones.
2. Quality Over Quantity
Quality time spent with your loved ones is more meaningful than simply being in their vicinity.
If you are on your phone, whilst in conversation, the other person will pick it up immediately (and you won’t notice because you will be engrossed in your phone).
🧒 Kids will call you out on it (pardon the pun).
But if the other person is an adult, they typically won’t.
3. Tiny Moments
For me, it’s not just the big moments that count, but it’s also the tiny moments which are powerful.
When it comes to my son’s Lego, by being present, I hope I remember these tiny moments in the future, reminding me of his imagination and taking me back to this time.
By being present with your loved ones, you are not only creating connection, but through these tiny moments you are creating a passport to nostalgia, to the moments that truly matter.
Thought Provoking Quotes on this week’s topic
Thich Nhat Hanh
Life is available only in the present.
That is why we should walk in such a way.
That every step can bring us to the here and the now.
Lao Tzu
Care about what other people think and you will always be their prisoner.
Further resources
The simple game that can change the way you see the world - and yourself: https://www.abc.net.au/religion/jamie-parr-learning-how-to-play-the-beautiful-game/102868980
A Day That’s Ours: https://www.booktopia.com.au/a-day-that-s-ours-blake-nuto/book/9781838740757.html