Most of the time, we live in the past without even realizing it. We replay old conversations, regrets, and missed opportunities like a movie stuck on repeat. But here’s the truth—the past is already gone, and the only reality that exists is this moment.

I recently came across an incredible lesson from Brianna Wiest’s book The Pivot Year, and it struck me deeply:

“Will you continue to replay the memories of yesterday, or will you meet the moment and make the most of what is in front of you now?”

This question isn’t just about moving on—it’s about waking up.

Are You Living in Yesterday?

Think about it. How often do we let past failures define what we believe is possible today? How many times do we hold ourselves back because of what went wrong before?

• A business deal that didn’t work out makes us hesitant to try again.
• A personal setback convinces us we’re not good enough.
• A past mistake keeps us from taking bold action.

We cling to yesterday, hoping to find answers, but in reality, it’s already written. The only thing we have control over is what we do now.

The Shift: Meeting the Moment

Living in the present doesn’t mean ignoring the past—it means learning from it and choosing to act now, despite it. It’s about shifting our focus from “What happened?” to “What can I do right now?”

• Instead of regretting lost time, we can start now.
• Instead of overanalyzing past failures, we can take a new step forward.
• Instead of waiting for the “right time,” we can make this the right time.

The Only Reality is Now

The past can’t be changed. The future isn’t promised. But this moment? It’s real. And what you do with it now will define your tomorrow.

So ask yourself:

• Are you replaying yesterday, or are you creating today?
• Are you carrying the weight of the past, or are you stepping into the present?
• What would change if you stopped looking back and fully embraced this moment?

Because in the end, the only thing that truly matters is what you do right now.