Stillness and silence

Sometimes I try to remain so still and quiet; I take myself away from the fast-paced life that society demands, away from other people and their noise, complications and expectations and I find somewhere quiet, somewhere natural, and I find stillness of body, mind and soul and it's there I find the silence I need to hear myself and the world around me and it's in that moment I feel at peace.

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The planet is never totally silent, it reverberates with its own sounds that are beyond our capability to hear, it's every bit as alive as I am and, despite its sounds not being audible, they're there all the same; I call them vibrations, and it's in the moment of stillness and silence I create that those vibrations reach deeply inside me to soothe my restlessness, carry away tension and leave me feeling settled, calm and closer to my true self.

I believe people have allowed the perception of life to get in the way of what life truly is, or should be; we're pushed and pulled in many directions and it's difficult to see the important things clearly, so people follow paths towards the less important, or the unimportant. I put myself in that category at times, more so in the past than present, but it happens occasionally even now. However, I work terribly hard to prevent it and to move away from a life influenced by unimportant factors and towards a life of my own choosing, crafted by my own thoughts, emotions and actions.

The moments I spend in stillness and silence are very important to me and I try to find that time and space each week. I found a moment today and in it I allowed the vibrations of the planet to permeate my senses and I let nature provide the soundtrack through birdsong, swaying trees and the sound of the ocean.

Today I had a moment, the exact moment I needed to have, and its beauty lingers still.

Becca 💗

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Nowadays I prefer a bit of stillness and a lot of silence over anything else.

This year has been quite hectic so far, and it's going to be that way for a while it seems. I'm leaving myself burnt out again and again after grinding a bit too hard, trying to pick up the pace, trying to juggle way too many things at once. Thinking that's what's needed, in order to "catch up".

But sometimes when I want to stay still for a bit, I feel like I'm taking it a bit too slow; for which I'm "falling behind in life", soon after I find myself being a bit too harsh on myself.

So, in the end, even a bit of peace and quiet becomes "torturous", and I find myself back on the path towards burnout again.

In our hectic lives it' important to find a moment or two for oneself lest burnout occurs. I believe it's much easier to hold it off than rectify it once it's happened.

I understand your comment about feeling too slow and that can be a problem, however not slowing down sometimes will probably bring far greater problems. The focus needs to be on the right balance.

It's sad you feel peace and quiet is torturous and I hope you manage to find the balance I speak of because I think you will benefit greatly.

Becca 💗

Balance is exactly what I'm searching for; I'm working towards it day by day, I know I'll get there too, but I guess I'm just tired and "cornered" for now.

A bit more patience and faith in the process is required, so that I can gain control over the torturous "voices" in my head and own my personal space and thoughts.

To be honest, sometimes being still and silence is the best way to relieve ourself to stress that we may feel. That's also the thing that I love, when I feel that the pressure was too much, I'm become too quiet to the point where I go sometimes near the mountain and letting myself feel the sounds of the tree leaves. It gives me happiness and feeling contented ❤️

It seems you do the same as me and I'm glad you find some happiness in doing so.

Becca 🌺

I like to be alone because that’s when there’s stillness and silence. And when I have those two, I can hear myself think. I can assess my surroundings and I can listen to my inner self

I like how you think as I feel the same way. I'm not always alone and love the company of the man I choose to have beside me, but sometimes finding a moment for myself is most welcome.

Becca 🌺

 2 years ago  

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I found this writing so beautiful, it took me to that moment and I could feel it. Thank you for reminding me of what is important Becca, I always enjoy reading your posts.

🦋

Emma

If you're ever over my way let me know, we can find silence and stillness in the same place at the same time.

Becca 💗

That would be wonderful, I'll definitely take you up on that sometime Becca 🦋

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I like a good old silent reset every so often too. Totally get you about less important and unimportant. I go down them.roads as well. 😀😀.

They are wise roads to travel I think and I'm often to be found (or not found) somewhere there.

I hope you are having a lovely weekend.

Becca 💗

Holaa! wao I am really shocked and I loved this post... having those moments of peace, they take us away from all the stress and all the bad things we are going through, my peaceful place is when I write something. I feel free and I feel that no one is going to stop me, you made me think a lot, I loved this post, congratulations!

Hi and thanks for your great comment, I'm glad you liked me post.

Writing is something that many find peace and relaxation in; me included. I write a lot actually and only a small amount makes it here as I write for myself and not to share. Is there something in particular you like to write?

Thanks again for your comment, I appreciate it.
Becca 🌷

Hello! the truth is that I like to write about everything, this is going to sound a bit corny, but whatever comes from my heart and my feelings, you don't have to thank me, you are talented, greetings!

You know, the moments of Zen, of complete "oneness and peace" with everything, come from precisely those moments where I walk away from everything and all the artificial, electric noises that permeate our lives. Walking by the riverside and listening to the water and seagulls, or sitting in the woods with only the rustling of the leaves and the occasional flock of birds is what does it for me. Absolute beauty.

You explain it well, and I feel the same things. If I could do this everyday I think my life would be far better, but I have to do other things. Still, I make it happen often and I make the feelings last.

Becca 🌷