“Do not dwell in the past, do not dream of the future, concentrate the mind on the present moment.”

Commonly attributed to Buddha. The exact wording is a modern paraphrase inspired by early Buddhist teachings on mindfulness.
On the road and during volunteer projects, it is easy to replay yesterday’s mistakes or plan tomorrow in your head. Try coming back to what is in front of you. Feel your feet on the ground, notice your breath, listen to your hosts, and give your full attention to the task. Presence turns simple work into meaningful service and lets you enjoy the day you actually have.

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