In my last post I briefly discussed the importance of sleep for being able to maintain motivation and to power intent. This week I have been reflecting upon the related topic of presence. To be present in the moment is to embrace it, to recognize it and to acknowledge its passing. I believe that being present is as important for capturing the time we have and for recognizing the value and utility of that time. This past week I have not truly been present, I have allowed the moments to wash over me and I have not recognized the moments that are available until they are already past. I have intentions, good intentions of practicing my kung fu, of recording my numbers and of working towards mastery. Yet I have not been truly present, and unfortunately I have no progress to report this week. Sure I have stayed busy, and I have gotten some tasks done, but my moments were not captured, I did not live this week with intent, and I did not embrace mastery. Instead I allowed myself to wallow in mediocrity. Hopefully, I will begin to train with intent and to be present in the moment. Hopefully, next week I will have progress to report, and I will have taken the time to appreciate the moments that are flying by.