8. Realize you can‘t predict the future. - Deepstash
8. Realize you can‘t predict the future.

8. Realize you can‘t predict the future.

Nobody can forecast the future; all we have is the present moment. If you waste your time thinking about the future in the current moment, you are depriving yourself of your time now. Spending time worrying about the future is just ineffective. Instead, spend that time doing activities that bring you pleasure.

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