If one truly took this advice to heart, they would live every day as if it were their last. This also sounds like a great idea, as these words are often repeated to convey inspiration.
But.
If any given day were my last one alive,I would probably spend too much of it thinking of all the things I have yet to do. But on the last day of my life, I would not go to work. I certainly would not do any homework or cleaning. I would meet the most new people, eat the most good food, have the most sex, and do the most drugs that I possibly could manage. I would have no budget beyond every cent in my bank account.
Of course, we cannot spend every day doing the most extravagant and lush activities possible. We must plan for the future, learn from mistakes, study for tests, conserve money, and keep mind of our health.
So, while living in the moment is great advice (because YOLO),it seems difficult to do when we have so much to keep in mind for the future.
What these phrases really mean, in my opinion,is to take life one step at a time. Have a plan, but don't be overwhelmed by the big picture. Make the most of what you have, take action, and don't expect everything to always go as planned.
