Be real. That's part of being present.
Now is the perfect time to make powerful change-your willingness is at an all-time high.
You must develop a rich inner life to enjoy life altogether.
If you're living your life avoiding stress, you must be living on an ashram.
Most people don't walk around the tools to process pain and fear, that kind of discomfort. In most cases, it's unbearable to look at it, feel it, and/or address it. It's why I'm such a fan of self-help books.
All the happiness, self-confidence, and support you're seeking is already within you.