Even for me—someone who’s built a whole project around being present—it’s still incredibly easy to slip into the distractions of everyday life. Emails, meetings, texts, endless scrolling… they pull at our attention constantly. And even when we want to slow down, be present, and really live in the moment—it takes effort.
Honestly, it’s a lot like working out. You know it’s good for you. Deep down, you want to do it. You even feel amazing afterward. And yet… it’s still hard to start. Still easy to skip.
So if you’re finding it tough to be present right now—you’re not alone. Don’t beat yourself up.
Instead, give yourself grace. Flexibility. Space to figure out what being present looks like for you. Your version doesn’t need to match anyone else’s. Maybe for you it’s 10 quiet minutes with your coffee before the chaos begins. Maybe it’s a daily walk, uninterrupted dinner, or simply a pause before reacting.
Start there. Start small. Even a few intentional moments each day can shift how you feel—and how you connect—with yourself and those around you.
Let’s also acknowledge something else: being present means changing habits. And that’s no small task. We’ve trained ourselves to multitask, to always be “on,” to fill every gap with a scroll or a swipe. So yes—it’s hard. But it’s also possible. Especially if you give yourself the right tools.
For me, one of the most helpful tools has been finding an anchor—a tangible reminder that brings me back to what matters.
One of my favorite anchors? A homemade phone cover my daughter made. It’s sweet, colorful, and it grounds me. It reminds me of why I’m trying to be present in the first place. Another is a beautiful vision board frame my neighbors made for my birthday—filled with images and words that reflect the life I want to lead.
Anchors are powerful. They snap us out of autopilot. They gently call us back when we drift. And they can be anything:
→ A quote taped to your mirror
→ A song that grounds you
→ A photo that reminds you what really matters
→ A post-it on your laptop
→ A mantra you whisper when you need to reset
The key is to keep it close. And to use it. When you feel yourself slipping into distraction, reach for your anchor and let the moment sink in.
Because presence doesn’t require perfection. Just intention.
And the more you practice, the more natural it becomes—not as something you do, but as part of who you are.
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