Enjoying Quiet time
Have you ever considered creating a daily window for quiet time? Perhaps taking thirty minutes of unadulterated unscheduled time to sit quietly? Nothing fancy, simply 30 precious minutes with the telephone unplugged, the computer turned off and no one permitted to disturb you.
This is time for you to unburden yourself. There is nothing to carry -- no bags, books, briefcases, messages, worries, responsibilities or chores. Everything is left outside the 30-minute circle but you.
In fact, you might envision drawing an imaginary circle around this dedicated space. It will provide you with boundaries -- an energetic safety zone in which to release your cares and worries. By creating a temporary sanctuary in which you can refresh, recharge and replenish yourself, you are free to be alone with your thoughts, stare into space, take a bath, meditate or simply rest your eyes.
Being quiet is a healing endeavor; it soothes jangled nerves, pre-empts the bombardment of sensory stimulation and allows the body to become still. It calms the energy field and provides restorative tranquillity to the mind-body. Being quiet is an avenue for both balance and peace.
Being quiet also connects you with yourself. It gives you the opportunity to tune in to yourself and listen to what is bubbling beneath the surface; it gives you the space to sort out jumbled emotions or gnarled thoughts. It becomes a place where you can process and digest the knotted and the tangled. Being quiet allows you to clear out the internal clutter and to approach the remainder of the day anew and with a refreshed attitude. By regularly taking a mere 30 minutes per day for quiet time, you can create an oasis amidst the hurriedness of your days.
Consider giving yourself permission to take a full 30 minutes of quiet. Sanctuary time calls you.
"How beautiful it is to do nothing and then rest afterwards." Spanish proverb
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