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== Overview ==
{{Attention Overview}}

== {{Header Type|Type=Credo|Name=Experience the Now}} ==
"Experience the Now" embodies the foundational essence of mindfulness practice, calling us to immerse ourselves in the immediate, unfolding present. It is not about ignoring the past or future, but about anchoring ourselves in the rich tapestry of the current moment. This allows us to experience life more fully, with heightened awareness and clearer perception.

By embracing this credo, we not only invite a sense of calm and clarity into our lives but also develop a deeper connection with the world around us. It allows us to navigate our daily lives with greater attention, less reactivity, and an open heart. 

In the realm of Everyday Enlightenment, "Experience the Now" is tied to the [[Beacons|Beacon]] of [[Attention]], guiding us towards an enriched life, free from the confines of past regrets and future anxieties. Instead, we cultivate an authentic existence in the immediate, ever-changing present. Every moment becomes an opportunity to be truly alive and engaged with our experiences as they unfold. 

Our journey towards embodying this credo will undoubtedly pose challenges and require commitment. Yet, the rewards of such mindful living—heightened awareness, increased calm, and a profound sense of connection with the world—are well worth the effort.

== Primary Lenses of Attention ==
[[File:Lenses of Attention.jpg|alt=Lenses of Attention|thumb|Lenses of [[Attention]]]]
{{Lenses Overview}}
Attention, as a Beacon of Everyday Enlightenment, possesses multifaceted aspects that can be better understood through distinct Lenses. These lenses provide us with different perspectives on how to focus, be present, and fully experience each moment in our lives. Each lens gives us a unique way to explore and understand the complexities and subtleties of the concept of Attention. Together, they shine a comprehensive light on this crucial path to mindfulness and presence in the now.

{{Lens Overview|Mindfulness}}
{{Lens Overview|Non-Judgment}}
{{Lens Overview|Presence}}
=== Concentration ===
Concentration pertains to the ability to direct your mental resources to a specific point of focus, resisting the pull of external stimuli or wandering thoughts. Practicing concentration can lead to improved attentional control, enabling you to be fully present and immersed in your current experience. It is the cornerstone for most meditative practices and a critical element for living in the present.

== Other Lenses ==
These Lenses are additional ways of learning and practicing Attention and help to round out what it means to Experience the Now.

=== Pure Experience ===
Pure Experience is the state of direct, unmediated perception and awareness. It's when the division between the experiencer and the experience fades, leaving just the raw, unfiltered experience. By engaging in mindful practices like meditation, one can strive to reach this state of pure experience - observing the world directly, without the filter of concepts or preconceived notions. This understanding moves us beyond the duality of subject-object perception towards a more holistic, integrated understanding of reality. The end goal of cultivating this understanding of pure experience is a state of unadulterated, direct perception that can lead to profound insights and a deep sense of interconnectedness with the world.

{{Lens Overview|Insight}}
{{Lens Overview|Intention}}

== Resources ==
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