For some strange reason, I often go through spells of nostalgia. And by that I mean I start going through old stuff both physically and mentally.
For more than one reason I find his to be harmful. Sure, it can be nice to reminisce every now and again, but to a certain point. Old wounds don't need to be re-opened, and old hurts are meant to heal. So in many ways, nostalgia can be such a dangerous path to wander.
I think I want to make a pledge to myself that I am going to make a conscious effort to live in the moment and in the present. That is the only time that truly counts. Sure, your future is important too, but always remember that your future is shaped by the decisions you make today, and the actions you perform now. The past is the past, and for all intents and purposes, I believe that anyones pasts can be left behind to start anew.
Wisdom comes with experience, and for that you must have a considerable amount of past moments to accumulate into knowledge that you are able to pass on to others. So don't forget those experiences. You want to remember the past, but you don't want to re-live it.
Regards,
S.J. Hernandez
Very true. However, I love remembering the past. It helps me remember how I got to be where I am now. Yes, it can be painful, but I think it's helpful to "go back" every now and then. I do agree with you though. We should revisit, but not live in it. Funny you post about this topic because that is one of my goals for this year and the years to come. Live for today. Life is so fleeting. After losing my Dad, I see life so differently. On a mental level, you understand life is fragile, but you gain a deeper understanding of it once you lose someone close to you. It's dangerous to live in the past or the future. All we really have is the present.
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