Have you ever wondered why we fear the future? It's a common human trait, but have you ever stopped to question why we feel this way? Is it due to the uncertainty of what lies ahead? Or is it because we're afraid of the unknown? The answer to these questions requires us to delve deeper into our understanding of the concept of the future and how our minds perceive time.

The Concept of Time

The concept of time is a mental one, not a physical one. You cannot physically be in the future, just as you cannot physically be in the past. You can only physically be in the present moment, right now as you're reading this post. The past and the future are mental constructs. Only in your mind can you travel to the past or venture into the future.

What is The Future?

The future is, in essence, a trick of our minds. It's also known as imagination. Imagination is the mind's way of projecting old memories into the future. This is how we make sense of our lives. We have the present moment, which is when we create memories, and this is the real world. We have past memories, and we can imagine the future. All this is necessary to create continuity in our lives and to build a logical cause and effect projection of our reality.

Fear of The Future

The fear of the future emanates from the belief in these projections. We can only think about the past in the present moment, and we can only think about the future in the present moment. So, the past and future both exist right now, as we think about them. These constructs are creations of the mind; they're games of memories we each play in the present moment.

By understanding that there is no future and there is no past, and that all we have is a mental picture of the past and future, we can begin to comprehend why we fear the future. Understanding that there is no past and no future and that everything is happening in your head right now can drastically reduce the fear of this imaginary time, which will never come.

Living in The Present

The key to overcoming this fear is to live your life right now. The present moment is the only real thing to worry about. It's the only tangible, physical moment that we can influence and control. The past has already happened, and the future is yet to come. All we can do is focus on the here and now, and make the most of it.

Instead of fearing the future, we should embrace the present. By doing so, we can reduce our anxieties and worries about what lies ahead, and focus on what truly matters - enjoying and making the most of the present moment.

In conclusion, the fear of the future is a natural human sentiment, but it's based on our mental constructs of time. Once we understand this, we can reduce our fears and focus on the present. The future is nothing more than a projection of our memories and imagination. It's not a physical entity that we should fear. Instead, we should embrace the present moment, as it's the only real, tangible moment that we can truly experience and control.

So, the next time you find yourself fearing the future, remember that it's all in your mind. Focus on the present, and you'll find that your fear of the future will start to diminish. After all, the future is not something to fear, it's something to look forward to.