Prior to a musical performance, the band will often do a dress rehearsal or sound check. They perform a part of the regular show, making sure everything is in tune and functioning. The musicians and crew adjust volumes, aim lighting, and basically prepare for the show that will take place later. Many people spend their time on earth in a dress rehearsal, preparing to live their life. It sounds like this: “One of these days, I’m going to…” or, “Someday I will get around to that…” Blame is often assigned to someone or something: “If I could just get out of this relationship…” or, “When I finally get a better job…” The Art of Struggle Reduction teaches us to live in the present moment and take responsibility for our choices. A phrase often used in Struggle Reduction is “from now until I go to sleep tonight.” Each moment, you can decide to release the struggle and be aware of peace. It’s your decision what type of morals you will live by and if your actions will be in harmony with the inner voice that guides you. You will choose how much time you spend worrying about what other people think of you. From now until you go tosleep tonight, live the life you want, in peace, and with meaning and purpose. It is your choice, and this is not a dress rehearsal.