Paul Lenda – Quantum physicist pioneer David Bohm once said that, “Ultimately, all moments are really one, therefore now is an eternity.” The gravity of this statement is huge. It reaffirms what sages, mystics, and yogis have been known for millennia. There is no such thing as the past or the future, even though we make up words to define moments which do not appear to be happening right now. Everything is happening right now, forever.
If the present is the only moment that is truly real, then what about the past? You remember previous present moments with ease, even though they are not happening right now within your scope of awareness. The past is kept alive by our thoughts being focused on it.
We should not forget the past because it acts as a good teacher in many ways. However, there is a certain point where focusing too much on the past will rob us of our ability to live in the present. Continue reading →