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Most of us are burdened by the past and anxious about the future, making it difficult to enjoy the present. People skilled at enjoying the present are often (36) as "living in the moment. ", There are two ways of being in the moment, says Jay Koch, a social worker and counselor. "One is to (37) out all thoughts and concentrate on an (38) task, like, say, hitting a golf ball. Another is to (39) oneself from one’s thoughts —especially (40) thoughts —in order to achieve a state of (41) . The key to more fully experiencing the moment you’re in is the ability to relax. Which isn’t necessarily easy in our complex, (42) lifestyles." Koch says setting aside 10 minutes a day to spend alone, in silence, is the first step. "Then just sit and breathe, and each time you (43) , focus your attention on your exhaling breath. (44) "Observe your thoughts, but don’t allow them to stay with you. When you feel yourself focusing on a specific thought or feeling, return your attention to your breathing." Koch says studies have shown that (45) . "This, in turn, helps create the state of mind that allows you tn more fully experience the moment," he says. (46) "