Silence

Silence

Try to spend one day not talking. If this is not possible then just spend one meal in silence. Notice how each bite disintegrates in your mouth and imagine the journey of the food before it landed on your plate. Mindful eating is key to self care.

Words can get in the way of hearing others. In social situations one often feels pressured to speak to make others or oneself feel more comfortable. Take people in with your eyes and your ears. You might begin to notice the effects of each word and have more meaningful conversations.

Read about the psychological benefits of silence.

Here's an interesting interview with a guy who wrote a book about noise pollution.

Ever heard of an acoustic ecologist? Check out Gordon Hempton who records sound in nature.