Making Magic in the Present Moments
Making Magic in the Present Moments
Do you ever feel like you are missing out on something big? Maybe it is a concert, an event, or even just a moment that everyone else seems to be experiencing but you. It is that gnawing feeling of FOMO—the fear of missing out—that makes everything seem even more intense, right? Like, no matter how much you try to tell yourself it is okay, that sense of being left behind never really goes away. Meet Rhea, who is sitting on her bed, phone in hand, scrolling through Instagram. Her feed was a storm of dazzling stage lights, Coldplay-themed outfits, and friends screaming their lungs out to “Fix You.” Her chest tightened, and she let out a deep sigh. The Coldplay concert in India was happening tonight, and she was not there.
“Why didn’t I just buy the tickets?” she muttered, flopping back onto her pillows. She felt the familiar pang of FOMO—the dreaded Fear of Missing Out. It was not just about the concert; it was about being left out of what seemed like a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
The First Signs of FOMO
As Rhea scrolled, the posts became unbearable. Friends were posting videos of Chris Martin’s soulful voice, their captions reading things like, “Best night ever!” and “Dream come true.” Her mind raced. “Am I the only one not there?” she thought. It felt like the world was moving forward without her, leaving her behind in a sea of missed opportunities.
But as she lay there, wallowing in self-pity, a small voice in her head whispered, “Hey, it’s not the end of the world.”
The Reality Check
Rhea decided to put her phone down and take a deep breath. She remembered something her therapist once said: “Social media is a highlight reel, not the full story.” Sure, her friends were having fun, but no one was posting about the hours they spent in ticket queues or the insane prices they paid for last-minute flights.
She grabbed her journal and started writing. “I might not be at the concert, but that does not mean I cannot enjoy Coldplay’s music tonight. What can I do to make this evening special?”
Turning FOMO into JOMO
An idea sparked. She pulled out her Bluetooth speaker, dimmed the lights, and found a Coldplay concert playlist online. She lit a few candles and made herself a cup of hot chocolate. As the opening chords of “Viva La Vida” filled the room, Rhea felt a small smile creep across her face.
She texted a few friends who also hadn’t made it to the concert: “Coldplay night at my place? Bring snacks!” Within an hour, her living room was alive with chatter, laughter, and music. Glowsticks waved in the air as they belted out lyrics together. It was not the concert, but it was something special—their own version of it.
Finding Gratitude
Later that night, Rhea reflected on the evening. She felt grateful for the memories she had just created. “FOMO doesn’t mean my life is lacking,” she wrote in her journal. “It just means I’m human. And tonight, I turned it into something beautiful.”
The Takeaway
Rhea realized that music was not confined to stadiums and sold-out arenas. It was about connection, emotion, and finding joy in the moment—wherever she was.
So, the next time FOMO creeps in, remember Rhea’s story. It is not about what you are missing out on; it is about what you choose to create instead. Whether it is hosting your own Coldplay night or simply finding peace in solitude, the magic lies in how you make the moment your own.
