The present moment is all that we have at that specific point in time to live, observe, and do the things we want in life. It is of great significance that we can be present and appreciate what we can do every day. Trekking here in the Himalayas makes it necessary to live in the present and be thankful for the beautiful nature that surrounds you. As a photographer, it is also essential to observe and have the right feeling to capture the perfect moments that make great images while trekking. Trekking can be challenging, making it more difficult to take great photos. It is still amazing to be able to live in the present moment and struggle through the trek. This is a valuable lesson because it highlights the importance of being thankful for what we can do in the present moment, above all else. Being present and persevering through pain is a great way to improve your mental toughness. Showing you can rise above adversity, which helped me trek higher and further.
While trekking, I am taking in all the nature around me. I am observing many things and getting lost in the enchantment of the Himalayas. I feel very alive and free seeing all the remarkable trees, bugs, animals, and foliage. Being taken away by all this beauty, you can imagine the appreciation I feel when photographing, seeing the world as a true expression of love and beauty. Capturing impactful moments as I move along each step of the way. I am thankful beyond anything for the fantastic gifts that nature has offered us. I remember at one point during a trek, I said the trees were my family, and we are all connected. This may sound a bit crazy, but living in the present moment surrounded by such astonishing nature gives you a completely different feeling about the things that surround you.
The acknowledgement and love for nature are crucial for the human species. Much of what we do to nature does not align with the present moment and does not complement the complex beauty of nature. Greed has driven humanity down a path contrary to nature and all the critical processes that have sustained us for centuries, such as hunting, foraging for food, and farming. All essential for survival, yet many in the world do not stay connected to a more natural way of life, a way that would keep much of our society grounded and in the present moment, allowing us to have a much greater appreciation for our lives. If we stayed more connected, we could feel happier,present, and fulfilled as a society, creating a great abundance for our hearts. The most important things in life.
While trekking, stunning views and beautiful trees made me want to stick around at some parts for a while. Even after photographing and capturing the moment, I couldn’t leave. I was fully absorbed, not wanting to leave the greatest gifts in life, the ones that come naturally. Staying present throughout the trekking experience has taught me valuable lessons about life and helped me complete tough days when I didn’t feel like trekking. During challenging moments going up during trekking, I would tell myself to rise over and over in my head. Staying present and determined, as I knew that was the only thing that mattered in life, to head higher up that mountain and appreciate the gift of having the fire to keep going. My goal in life is to spend most of my life in the present moment. Trekking has taught me that the most essential thing in life is to appreciate every step of the journey.
