1 rich Libsyn https://www.libsyn.com 90 600 Anticipation is such a common tool, such a common motivator, such a common behavior. We anticipate things we perceive as good, bad, and indifferent, sometimes all three together. But what is anticipation actually doing to us, and how is it affecting the present moment itself? This episode makes the case that anticipation is a tool of the ego, one that becomes a presence roadblock. It brings something into the present moment so we can prepare for an eventuality we think is coming, but rarely does anticipation lead to exactly what happens when that moment arrives. It overlays and shadows the present with a version of the future built from the past, and it runs on the promise that preparing for an outcome will protect you from it. In reality, all you have is the present moment itself. This is not about judging yourself for anticipating. It is such a frequently used ego program that it becomes a knee jerk reaction, used in more scenarios than you could list. The work is simply to see it for what it is, to recognize when you are doing it, and to ask whether it is really helping you or just detracting from your ability to be present now. The message is simple. Stop anticipating. Be present. When that present moment comes in the future, you will deal with it then. You do not need to prepare for a present moment that is not happening now. Stay focused on what is in front of your face. Don't be hard on yourself, but stop anticipating. Be present, stay focused, and all will be well. Are You Being Present? https://www.areyoubeingpresent.com <iframe title="Libsyn Player" style="border: none" src="//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/41915505/height/90/theme/custom/thumbnail/yes/direction/forward/render-playlist/no/custom-color/88AA3C/" height="90" width="600" scrolling="no" allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen></iframe> https://assets.libsyn.com/secure/content/203628225