The point of being present in the current moment is to stop avoiding the things you are afraid to deal with. It is not easy to be mindful of the present moment, because our thoughts take us to bad memories and worries about the future. But if you could work on these things to the point that they no longer both you, then the present becomes a beautiful place to be.
There is much work to be done in order to be fully present, to be mindful of the moment that you are in, but it is worth the work. Serenity and peace are better than anxiety and regret. You may need professional support from someone like a Cognitive Behavioural Therapist, but this is a good thing.
If you want to be good at a sport you find a good coach. If you want to master your mind then you will need expert guidance. CBT is no different than a sports coach, in that they help you become better in their specialist area. Good luck and be mindful.
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