Most of us would agree that it’s a worthwhile endeavor to try and live a fuller life. But of course there is an open question about what that means, and what it actually looks like to live more fully. If you are wondering what this might mean for you, and you are keen to explore the question, there are all sorts of things you might want to consider - and in this article, we are going to take a look at some examples. As it turns out, living fully is something we can all aim for whenever we want to.
Paying Attention
At its core, living fully begins with attention. Much of modern life is structured to pull attention away from the present moment. Screens, schedules, and expectations fragment experience into manageable but shallow pieces. Days pass efficiently, yet indistinctly. To live more fully is to resist this drift toward automatic living. It means noticing where you are while you are there, not as an abstract idea, but as a felt experience. This kind of attention is not about constant mindfulness or serene calm. It is about being available to what is happening, including discomfort, uncertainty, and joy. Presence deepens life not by adding more events, but by allowing existing moments to register.
Becoming Friends With Time
Time can seem like the enemy, but it doesn’t have to be. Many people experience time as something to be beaten, optimized, or escaped. Productivity culture reinforces the idea that a good life is one that is maximally efficient. Yet fullness often emerges in moments that cannot be rushed. Conversations that wander, work that absorbs attention, and rest that is genuinely restorative all require time that is not strictly productive. To live more fully is to accept that some of the most meaningful aspects of life unfold at a pace that resists control. It means allowing time to be experienced, not just managed.
Having Fun
There is no doubt at all that you need to try and find room for fun if you want to live more fully. A life that lacks fun is certainly not one with depth; and it’s actually an act of wisdom and self-love to try and live in a way that involves more fun. How you get it, and what it looks like, is entirely up to you. You could be hiking in the mountains, going to late night and after-hours parties, or it might be that your idea of fun is staying in with a good book. It’s all good.
Accepting Your Full Emotions
There is a widespread belief that living well means being happy most of the time, or at least minimizing negative emotions. In reality, attempts to avoid sadness, anger, or grief often lead to a narrower life, not a fuller one. Emotions are signals of engagement. They indicate that something matters. Living more fully means allowing oneself to feel deeply without being overwhelmed or defined by any single feeling.
At its core, living fully begins with attention. Much of modern life is structured to pull attention away from the present moment. Screens, schedules, and expectations fragment experience into manageable but shallow pieces. Days pass efficiently, yet indistinctly. To live more fully is to resist this drift toward automatic living. It means noticing where you are while you are there, not as an abstract idea, but as a felt experience. This kind of attention is not about constant mindfulness or serene calm. It is about being available to what is happening, including discomfort, uncertainty, and joy. Presence deepens life not by adding more events, but by allowing existing moments to register.
Becoming Friends With Time
Time can seem like the enemy, but it doesn’t have to be. Many people experience time as something to be beaten, optimized, or escaped. Productivity culture reinforces the idea that a good life is one that is maximally efficient. Yet fullness often emerges in moments that cannot be rushed. Conversations that wander, work that absorbs attention, and rest that is genuinely restorative all require time that is not strictly productive. To live more fully is to accept that some of the most meaningful aspects of life unfold at a pace that resists control. It means allowing time to be experienced, not just managed.
Having Fun
There is no doubt at all that you need to try and find room for fun if you want to live more fully. A life that lacks fun is certainly not one with depth; and it’s actually an act of wisdom and self-love to try and live in a way that involves more fun. How you get it, and what it looks like, is entirely up to you. You could be hiking in the mountains, going to late night and after-hours parties, or it might be that your idea of fun is staying in with a good book. It’s all good.
Accepting Your Full Emotions
There is a widespread belief that living well means being happy most of the time, or at least minimizing negative emotions. In reality, attempts to avoid sadness, anger, or grief often lead to a narrower life, not a fuller one. Emotions are signals of engagement. They indicate that something matters. Living more fully means allowing oneself to feel deeply without being overwhelmed or defined by any single feeling.
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