Is Now Better Than Then? →

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Of course, if you do it now, it is done. If you do it then, you must wait. “Now” feels proactive, and a do-it-now attitude is generally seen as a positive trait.

But perhaps the deeper difference between “now” and “then” is not about urgency. Perhaps it is about awareness.

I used to want to be somebody.
Now I want to remember who I am.

I used to love positive thinking books.
Now I see how enjoyable people are when they are simply not harmful.

I used to wonder how I would ever pick one favorite color.
Now I see the sky, the mountains, and all that grows — and that is enough.

I used to look for who was right and wrong during elections.
Now I hope to see who is willing to ask what is right and wrong.

I used to think accomplishments were necessary to validate my efforts.
Now I hope those I care for will, through their actions, seek what is right and positive.

I used to hope for more blessings.
Now I cannot count all that I have had.

I used to try to say more when more needed to be said.
Now I hope I can say less.

I used to hope to know and learn more.
Now I hope to remember what I already know.

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