Yogi: My mind can’t stay in the present during walking meditation – it goes to the past or future. How can I be more aware of the present?
Sayadaw: We cannot make the mind stay in the present moment, but when we awaken from our memories or plans, when we realize that we’re aware, that’s when we can bring our attention back to the walking.
The moment that you have awakened from your memories or planning, that’s when you just recognize that you’re aware right now. Now you’re in the present moment, and then you bring your attention to your walking – actually feel the touching sensations or the movement of the legs; feel the body or the breeze, feel it and actually be with it. See how long you can stay aware before you awaken from another thought.
Do that again and again; and be patient.