Navigating the intersection of living in the present and preparing for the future, the author explores the challenge of maintaining a restful presence amidst struggles like chronic pain or terminal illness. Reflecting on ice bath meditations, a moment of clarity emerges: one can only tackle challenges one at a time. This realization brings a visceral sense of relief and allows the author to stay present, coping with worry and planning by embracing the here and now. This insight echoes Nkosi Johnson's ethos—doing what one can with what they have in the given moment.