SELF-IMPROVEMENT

Ways in Which Thinking that “the Best Day of Your Life is Today” Alters Your Life

It’s hard to be happy when living in the past or worrying about the future.

Alejandro Betancourt
Bottomline Talks
Published in
5 min readJul 4, 2022

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“Most people treat the present moment as if it were an obstacle that they need to overcome. Since the present moment is life itself, it is an insane way to live.” — Eckhart Tolle

When we think about the past, we tend to dwell on the negative aspects of our lives. When we think about the future, we often worry. And when we think about today, it’s usually a continuation of what has come.

But what if today is the best day of your life?

What if it’s not too late to do something different and make this day — this moment — one that you will never forget?

Alter Your Life!

When you believe that today is the best day of your life, you’ll be far more present in each moment. Instead of worrying about what happened or stressing about tomorrow, you’ll be focused on enjoying the present moment.

You’ll savor your coffee instead of gulping it down, take time to appreciate the sunset, and savor conversations with loved ones instead of rushing through them.

Living each day to the fullest is willing to take risks.

If you’re thinking about how today could be the best day of your life, you’re more likely to seize opportunities as they come your way.

You’ll be less afraid to try new things and more likely to follow your dreams.

When you believe that today is the best day of your life, you’ll start to appreciate life more. The little things will no longer feel so small, and you’ll be grateful for all the good in your life.

Instead of taking your life for granted, you’ll cherish every moment.

It’s hard to be happy when living in the past or worrying about the future. But when you focus on making today the best day of your life, happiness will come more easily.

You’ll find joy in the simple things and be more likely to savor the good moments and let go of the bad.

When you believe that today is the best day of your life, you’ll start living more fully. You’ll be more present in each moment and take advantage of all the opportunities that come your way.

Instead of going through the motions, you’ll start living with intention and purpose. Every day will be a chance to create new memories and experiences, and your life will be more prosperous.

The Power of Living in the Moment

Life is about living in the moment and enjoying the present. It is about finding joy each day and appreciating the good moments.

It is also about being more present in your relationships and savoring conversations with loved ones.

It’s been said that we all simultaneously live in the past, present, and future. This is true, and it’s essential to keep this in mind when trying to make decisions. The current moment is the one that will affect us the most, so it’s vital to live in it.

Finding Happiness With a New Perspective on Life

We all have our perspectives on life. Different perspectives can lead to different conclusions about the world.

One person might feel that the world is a beautiful place where they can find happiness in every aspect of their life.

In contrast, another person might think that the world is an ugly place where they can’t find happiness. It’s up to you to decide your perspective on life and whether you want it to change.

If you’re not happy with your current perspective, it’s time for a change. It’s time to start thinking about the world differently.

One way to do this is to start thinking that today is the best day of your life. This may seem like a small change, but it can impact your life.

When you think that today is the best day of your life, you’ll start to see all the good around you.

This new perspective will help you appreciate life more and live each day to the fullest.

It’s undoubtedly possible that someone is having a terrible day or even the worst day of their life. Life isn’t always painted in pastel colors.

I’m suggesting that even during those times, you can change your viewpoint and realize that because the past is gone and the future hasn’t arrived, today is the best you’ve ever had!

This may sound like a Pollyannaish way of looking at things, but it makes sense if you think about it.

If you focus on the bad things that have happened in the past or worry about the future, you’re not living in the present moment. And if you’re not living in the present moment, you cannot appreciate all the good that is happening right now. And believe me, there is much good, for starters, you are alive!

So instead of dwelling on the negative, focus on the positive. Instead of worrying about what might happen tomorrow, savor today.

Make it the best day of your life! When you do this, you’ll find that your life will change in unexpected ways…

So if you’re ready for a change, start seeing how today is the best day of your life. It might be the best decision you ever make!

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This article was first published on Substack’s Beyond Two Cents.

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Alejandro Betancourt
Bottomline Talks

Entrepreneur, Investor, Executive Coach & Author. Single Dad sharing insights on Mindset, Philosophy, and Self-Improvement.