How to be more attentive to life

Each of us have only have about 25,000 mornings in our adult life to enjoy. How did you spend yours? If it was rushing around trying to get things done or you simply can’t remember, it may be time to reorient your life so that you have moments that are more worthwhile.

While sometimes rushing around is unavoidable, you can carve out memorable moments throughout your life with these 3 tips.

Unplug

You can’t have a moment if you’re scrolling through social media or checking your e-mail. Take time to look away from your screen, and see the people and places around you. Watch the sunrise or sunset, talk with your family over coffee, or simply be. Even an ordinary moment can be a pleasant one if you’re present to enjoy it.

Listen

Many times when we are speaking with others we aren’t listening—we’re waiting for our turn to speak. While taking turns is important, you’ll get much more out of the conversation if you truly soak up what a person is saying. Even if you don’t agree with them, listening is the first step in good communication.

Let go of work

Many of us work full time, and if we don’t we often take care of kids—also full time. When we come inside the door or tuck the kids in bed however, we often try to transfer to home life while carrying the burden of chores or parenthood with us.

It’s important to have time off, but also to make sure that time off is quality. Take a few minutes to let go of work so you can truly be present when the day is done.

Life is precious, and the best way to get the most out of it is to be attentive to what we have. Try these tips for a more focused life.

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