Looking forward to something is fun because you get to script it however you want.
That freedom in your mind to script the future however you want is seductive, because you are always the boss and there’s always more future to script and idealize.
So we forgo embracing the reality (the pain, disappointment, joy, contentment) of the present, because it’s just not as controllable as the future in our head.
If you’re constantly looking forward you’ll get really good at looking forward.
But getting good at looking forward is not the way to get good at embracing reality.
But in order to be present for when the thing you’re looking forward to finally comes around, you must stop constantly practicing looking forward and start opening your eyes to right now. It’s the only way to begin truly living in reality.
ie. What your show at Wembley Stadium in five years needs from you right now is to stop looking forward to it and instead fully immerse yourself in the show you have tonight.
If you can get good at that, you’re going to have a blast at Wembley.
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I’m always interested in your perspective, whether affirming or dissenting. Continue the conversation anytime: gabe@gabethebassplayer.com