Playing the Game of Now

By Doug Motel

Most of us don't suddenly wake up enlightened on a park bench.
Life is happening right now. What are you waiting for?

We're juggling bills, relationships, and the daily chaos of life. And then we get told to "be mindful" - another thing to feel like we're failing at.

What if being present wasn't another chore? What if it was a game?

In Playing the Game of Now, artist and storyteller Doug Motel shows you how to lighten up, laugh more, and discover joy hiding in the everyday moment. Through humor, stories, and simple practices, you'll learn how to:

Catch yourself when your mind drags you into the past or futureUse playful "Pro Tips" to land back in the presentSee through the obstacles and laugh at the cosmic jokeDare to take risks and live fully, in real time

This isn't about fixing yourself or striving for perfection. It's about embracing life as it is - messy, funny, unpredictable - and realizing that presence is the ultimate game.

About the author: Doug Motel is a father, artist, writer, and coach, and the founder of the Nowist Society. Through storytelling and humor, he invites people to discover the joy of living in real time.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0FQTWDG77
• ISBN13: 9798263809706
• Release Date: September 2025
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 118 Pages
• Weight: 0.37 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"