Paying attention to the here and now is a prime goal of being mindful. It’s important to always come back to the moment.
However, losing yourself in a moment is a double edged sword.
If you lose yourself in the moment to the point you forget where you are, it can result in unintended consequences.
That’s the key difference between being in the moment and losing yourself in it.
One calls you to appreciate it and the other causes regret.