Your life is happening right now and this is the only moment you can control. This is the only minute that really matters. If you are constantly dwelling on something that happened in the past or feeling anxious about the future, you are missing out on YOUR LIFE. Do what makes you happy in this moment and your life will be full.
The quote above is from Jill Costello who was featured in an article written by Chris Ballard for Sports Illustrated. Ms. Costello was a coxswain for the University of California’s crew team and her battle with cancer was documented by Mr. Ballard. You absolutely need to read the article in order to understand the life of Jill and to put her quote in true context.
Her zen-like message would be relevant for any person from any profession, but it certainly spoke to me as a father, husband, and educator. Today is the only day we can control, so enjoy it. Don’t worry about the mistakes of the past, as there is nothing you can do about it. If you screwed up, just ask for forgiveness. Whether that forgiveness is granted is beyond your control. Don’t fret too much about the future. Make good decisions and treat people right TODAY. If you do that, the future will take care of itself. Life, your life, takes place each day. Be fully present for it.
