Some folks are able to stay in touch with other people all over the globe, but have trouble staying in touch with themselves.

I've been teaching concepts and techniques that have a great deal to do with shaping the best possible future. A critical part of that process, however, is having a good handle on current reality.

Now, current reality is many things. There may be parts of it you don't like very much and parts of it you are pretty pleased with. Regardless of how you feel about your current reality, it is important to accept the fact that what is, "is" - at least for the time being.

Would you avoid going to the doctor because you didn't want to learn that you have a serious illness? Most of us wouldn't do that. But many of us do have illness sneak up on us, because we are not paying attention to the signals we get from our bodies all the time - signals for more rest or less stress, a better diet, signals for more exercise, less alcohol, etc.

Are you aware of the muscle tension that precedes a headache? Are you aware of the discomfort that, over time, creates an ulcer? Are you aware of the shortness of breath that precedes lung disease? You can be. You can learn to tune in to your body just as you look at your watch, scanning it quickly for discomfort or distress.

This way, preventative measures can be taken early enough to make a difference, and you may be able to spare yourself the harsh reality of serious illness.