On today’s episode, I’m talking all about leaving behind your previous life; your struggles, your trauma, and even the perception of what other people think of you.Our past experiences, both good and bad, are certainly a part of what has gotten us to where we are today - but they no longer serve us to help us to reach our goals and journey moving forward. It is a valuable piece of our lives and has helped to shape our personalities and who we are. However, we also want to remember that holding onto past pains, tragedy, loss, or abuse can keep you trapped in anger and sadness and can prevent you from growing. We can’t change what has already happened, but we can learn from our past and use that to be a better person. Your past is your past and can be left behind you.Another form of living in the past can show up as holding on to stories of what others have told you, and what you have told yourself of who you’re supposed to be. You know the ones, the idea that you are or should be a certain person. Trying to live up to the mold of who people think you are, can be exhausting. It can be difficult to leave this behind and allow a newer version of you to shine but know that it’s okay to let go of the expectations and leave who you “are supposed to be” behind you. Let go of what is not serving you and making you feel good - you have the right to release them to grow into who you want to be. How many hours a day do you spend thinking about the “when’s” in your life? When will this happen for me? When will it be Friday again? The more time you spend thinking about the “when’s,” the more of the “now” you miss out on. Be mindful of your thoughts. Are you living in the past or the future? Shift into the now. Your future self will likely thank you!! Life is meant to be enjoyed in the moment. Our “now” moments are what create memories, and the memories are what creates the stories of our lives. Understand that what is meant to be, will be. All of the life lessons, the memories, and the hard times that come your way, are meant for you. Whether you spend time worrying about them or not, they are for you. Instead of stressing, choose to let it go. Live in the now. I for one am ready to not waste any more of my nows, who’s with me?Try my new obsession: Atlas Bars, go to www.atlasbars.com and use the discount code MUVE for $10 off of the 6 bar sample pack.