anticipation

Anticipation

Today I realised something; I’m not anticipating anything right now. Or, put another way, there’s nothing I’m really looking forward. When I think back to our “normal” day to day lives, there’s always something to look forward to – that 2-week holiday later this year, the weekend, Friday night or even just the end of the work day.

It’s very easy to wish your time away. I used to do it all the time. “I can’t wait until the end of the work day” I would think. Or “Man, I need a holiday”.

Since starting our travels this feeling has changed quite radically. No longer do I wish my time away. I don’t look forward to the weekend. Nor am I anticipating an upcoming holiday. It’s great!

It’s great because I’m so happy in the moment right now that I don’t want it to end. I’m satisfied in every moment and the weekend or the end of the work day doesn't change that. While we have some great adventures planned for our trip, I’m so happy in this moment that the anticipation of what’s coming up just isn’t there.

I guess this is what being truly content feels like.

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