Being Present

I often hear recommendations to:

‘Live in the present moment’

‘Be present with your family’

‘Stop dwelling on the past or ruminating on the future, and focus on being present’.

Meditation gurus suggest that the goal of meditating is to be present and aware.

I like to think that I’m present. I flow through the world connecting with people, responding to the needs of others, and active each day.

But am I really present? Why is this even important?