Watching the Giants game I’m reminded by one of the sutras of the Buddha. I’m paraphrasing here, but essentially the argument is that we should expend every bit of energy we have on the moment that we are in presently. There is nothing to save your presence for, so be present in the moment you are in. The Giants were present in the moment of this game, not looking back towards the wreck of last week or forward to the possibility of playoffs. They stayed in the game and played well enough to get the win.
This presence they maintained is much like the presence of mind that powers good writing. It remains elusive to me at times, but once I find it and hold on tight the results can be magical. I feel the presence of mind and the use of present energy is good for more than just sports and writing. These things are key to living and enjoying life and love. Imagine how much better sex is when you are present in the moment and not thinking of other things, or reveling in the ‘power’ of knowing someone wanted to have sex with you, or living in fear of not performing up to par, or wondering what happens in the relationship after, or wondering if the other person is happy in that moment.
So, be present.
Some Thoughts:
- My dog thinks he is slick. He has a pattern he follows. He goes upstairs once he knows she has food. Then he sneaks back downstairs and around the corner to eat that food once she is done, hoping I don’t see him. I see you, dog. I see you.