How to Eliminate All Forms of Need and Live in the Present

Saida Safikhanova
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3 min readFeb 21, 2024
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Do you often find yourself feeling dissatisfied with your life? Do you wish things were different, or that you could achieve your goals faster? Do you regret the past, or worry about the future? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then you might be suffering from a common problem: neediness.

Neediness is the state of mind where you depend on external factors to make you happy. You might need validation from others, material possessions, achievements, or certain outcomes to feel good about yourself. But the problem with neediness is that it never ends. There is always something more to want, something better to have, something else to do. And as long as you are needy, you will never be truly happy.

The solution to neediness is to eliminate all forms of need and live in the present. This means letting go of your attachment to the past and the future and focusing on the here and now. The present moment is the only reality that exists, and it is full of opportunities, possibilities, and gifts. By living in the present, you can enjoy life as it is, without needing anything else to complete you.

How can you eliminate all forms of need and live in the present? Here are some tips to help you:

Practice gratitude.

  • Practice gratitude. Gratitude is the act of appreciating what you have, instead of focusing on what you lack. By being grateful, you can shift your perspective from scarcity to abundance, and recognize the value of your life. You can practice gratitude by writing down three things you are thankful for every day, expressing your appreciation to others, or simply saying thank you to the universe.

Meditate.

  • Meditate. Meditation is the practice of bringing your attention to the present moment and observing your thoughts, feelings, and sensations without judgment. By meditating, you can calm your mind, reduce stress, and increase your awareness. You can meditate by sitting quietly, breathing deeply, and focusing on your breath, a mantra, or a sound. You can also meditate by doing any activity that requires your full attention, such as walking, cooking, or playing music.

Intend, let go, and enjoy.

  • Intend, let go, and enjoy. Intending means setting a clear and positive goal for yourself, and aligning your thoughts, words, and actions with it. Letting go means releasing your attachment to the outcome, and trusting that the universe will deliver what is best for you. Enjoying means having fun, being playful, and celebrating your progress. By intending, letting go, and enjoying, you can create a great future for yourself, without being needy or anxious about it.

Eliminating all forms of need and living in the present is not easy, but it is worth it. By doing so, you can free yourself from the shackles of neediness, and experience the joy and peace of the present moment. You can also attract more abundance, happiness, and success into your life, by being in alignment with your true self and the universe.

“The present moment is filled with joy and happiness. If you are attentive, you will see it.” — Thich Nhat Hanh

So, what are you waiting for? Start eliminating all forms of need and living in the present today, and see the difference it makes in your life. 😊🙌

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Saida Safikhanova
ILLUMINATION

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