The Sound of Silence

By Professional Life & Relationship Counsellor, Joris Plu

Do you ever wish for a moment of total silence? Do you ever just want to close your eyes and hear nothing or maybe just the sound of the sea, some birds singing softly or the wind blowing. Or not even that. 

There is so much noise in our life these days and it feels like it is increasing all the time. And it’s not only during the day, even at night, when we are supposed to be asleep, when our minds are supposed to be resting, normally there is still interference. So how can we stop this or what can we do about it? Besides running around with earplugs in all the time. 

A few months ago a woman went searching for the most silent place on earth. Of course she found quiet places. But never silent. Never quiet enough. There was always some sort of noise; a car far in the distance or a plane in the background. She began to realise that nowhere is totally silent anymore.  

So what about you now?

Even with all the noise around you, where do you find peace? Where is the most silent place for you?

Do you make enough time for yourself and your family in quiet surroundings? If yes, then congratulations, because our brain needs this time to reset, to calm down, to rest. 

If no and you feel the need to do so, then take some time now and think where you could find the most silent place for you. Which is of course different for all of us. Look at your calendar and make an appointment with yourself to go to that place or to go in search of it.  

Now we are definitely in winter, the coast is quieter… enjoy it. Take that walk in the mountains or along the beach that you have been thinking about. Just do it. 

If you find it, enjoy it. Visit your special place more and more. And if you want to share it please do so. Like they say on social media – sharing is caring.

So, now you have found your place and been visiting it for some time you will quickly notice a difference in your own behaviour. You will be much calmer. You will be able to think more clearly and find even answers to questions you have struggled with for some time. Silence will also give your body and mind a very healthy recharge. 

Is it worth it? The answer is... YES! 

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