In an increasingly hectic and busy world silence is not only beneficial, but it’s essential for good mental health and happiness. Most of us have moments longing for silence — when we wish that TVs would stop, iPods would pause, and those loud cell-phone talkers could be muted. Even if you’re surrounded by noise, take a few minutes to pause and reflect on the power of silence, to restore, to heal and to reveal the unexpected.
Take a little time at least once a day to be silent for 5 or 10 minutes. Let your breathing slow down and your blood pressure go down. Practice Silence Daily. Practice … Practice … Practice …. Being silent, even just for 10 minutes, is not an easy task. Anyone who has tried meditation, will know that remaining in silence and keeping a still mind is extremely difficult.
To practice silence:
- Start small
- Schedule it in
- Do it every day
- Get comfortable with silence
- Still the mind
- Focus on your breathing
You might be surprised to find that your days go better when you get “unplugged” for a little while.
