Shhh…Be Still To Heal: Why Practicing Silence Results In True Peace
How Sitting With Yourself Heals
We live in a fast-paced, constantly connected world, and while this has its benefits, stillness and silence are becoming increasingly rare. With endless distractions from social media, streaming services, and constant notifications, it can feel almost impossible to find peace. The world keeps pulling your attention outward, but the truth is that true peace doesn’t exist out there—it’s within. To find the truth, you just need to sit with yourself, to turn off the noise, and you’ll discover that sitting in stillness is a necessity for healing and clarity.
Have you noticed that you seem to be increasingly anxious than before? It makes sense, we’ve just come from a pandemic, multiple people have been lost, and you keep being bombarded with negative news on every platform you turn on. People seem more disconnected than ever despite being in a very connected world.
This is why more than ever, sitting in silence has become an essential practice for mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being. The distractions that dominate daily life pull you away from your internal world and prevent you from hearing the subtle, yet profoundly important, guidance from your higher self or inner voice. By turning inward, and by sitting with yourself in moments of silence, you create the space to listen, heal, and grow.
IN TODAY’S GUIDE YOU’LL LEARN
How sitting in silence helps you to become the observer of your thoughts
Why practicing stillness helps you connect to your higher self
Actionable steps to start incorporating stillness into your everyday life
Why Sitting With Yourself Heals
At first glance, sitting in silence may seem like doing nothing. But this "nothing" is where profound healing begins. When you sit quietly, free from distractions, your mind is allowed to roam, and you become the observer of your thoughts. In this space, you can start to understand the patterns that drive your mind—the repetitive thoughts, the anxieties, the doubts. These are often referred to as the "monkey brain," the part of your mind that chatters incessantly and pulls you away from the present moment where true peace is found.
This chatter isn’t your true voice—it’s the noise of conditioned beliefs, past experiences, and fears. By sitting in silence, you allow yourself to separate from that noise, to observe it without getting caught up in it. You become aware of how often your mind replays old stories, fears, and worries that serve no real purpose in your life. But most importantly, you realize that you don’t have to identify with these thoughts. You aren’t your thoughts. And in this realization lies the power to heal.
Sitting with yourself gives you the ability to see beyond the noise, to connect with your true self—the one that exists beyond the chatter. It is here, in the quiet, that you reconnect with your higher self, the part of you that holds the answers, the wisdom, and the peace you seek.
The Challenge of Silence in a Distracted World
Of course, practicing stillness isn’t easy. We live in a world designed to keep you distracted. The convenience of pulling out your phone whenever you’re bored or anxious has become second nature. Apps, social media, and streaming services are designed to pull you in, to keep you engaged, often at the cost of your mental and emotional well-being. These distractions might offer momentary relief or entertainment, but they ultimately disconnect you from yourself.
In this sense, practicing silence is not just about turning off external distractions—it’s about reclaiming your time and energy for things that truly serve you. It’s about recognizing that constantly engaging with external stimuli leaves little room for you to connect with your internal world, where real healing and clarity take place.
Becoming the Observer of Your Thoughts
One of the greatest benefits of sitting in silence is that it teaches you to become the observer of your thoughts. This practice doesn’t mean you’re trying to stop your thoughts—it's about watching them without attachment. It’s perfectly normal for the mind to keep spinning, especially when you first begin this practice. In fact, it can feel uncomfortable at first.
The reality is, if sitting with yourself was easy, everyone would be doing it. The first few times you sit in silence, your brain will likely resist—it will race, bringing up to-do lists, worries, and random thoughts. But like any other skill, with practice, it becomes easier. Over time, you’ll find that the constant noise begins to quiet. You’ll develop the ability to observe your thoughts without reacting to them, which is a powerful tool for emotional and mental health.
You’ll notice patterns—thoughts that tend to pop up again and again, worries that you didn’t even realize were ruling your life. And as you recognize these patterns, you’ll be able to detach from them, to see them for what they are: just thoughts, not truths. This detachment is key to healing because it allows you to release the grip of negative programming, doubts, and fears. Remember you are not your thoughts, observe each negative thought like clouds in the sky and watch them go away. Just because you have a negative thought doesn’t mean it’s true. 99% of the time it’s not! It’s just FEAR (false evidence appearing real). When you start to understand this you can begin to release this fear and move forward and choose to believe in positive thoughts that bring genuine value to your life.
Quieting the Noise: How Silence Brings Clarity
When you make time to sit with yourself, you begin to hear the whispers of your true voice. This is the voice of your higher self that is connected to source, higher intelligence, or God. Your internal guide knows what’s best for you. Often, the noise of life draws out this voice, and you end up making decisions from a place of fear, confusion, or conditioning.
But remember, as the saying goes, “God doesn’t yell, anxiety does.” Your inner guidance, whether you call it God, the Universe, your spiritual team, or something else, speaks in whispers. To hear those whispers, you must first tune out the noise.
When you give yourself the gift of silence, you create space for this guidance to come through. You begin to understand what you truly want and need, rather than what society, your conditioning, or your fears are telling you. In this stillness, you can get clear on your desires and the steps you need to take to move toward them.
No Thoughts = No Fear
Have you ever had an exciting opportunity, but instead of feeling thrilled, you found yourself overwhelmed with anxious possibilities swirling in your head? Suddenly, the excitement fades, and you’re left fearing the opportunity rather than embracing it. Do you or know someone who experiences social anxiety?— if you do you would know that presenting in front of others becomes terrifying, with anxious thoughts leading to physical symptoms like a racing heart or the fear of forgetting everything and looking dumb. Did you know it’s your thoughts causing this? Imagine giving a presentation or starting a new job with a clear, focused mind, free from overthinking every little detail. How peaceful would it be to approach these moments without worrying about things that likely won’t even happen? Through practicing stillness and meditation, you can train your mind to let go of those ruminating, negative thoughts. Anxiety is never based on truth; it’s just your brain falsely trying to protect you. The only thing creating your anxiety is the overactive, anxious dialogue running through your mind. Have you noticed people who seem calm and unfazed, no matter the situation? It’s not because they’re immune to nerves, but because they don’t psych themselves out with negative, overthinking thoughts.
By practicing stillness, you quiet that internal noise and begin to approach new opportunities with a calm, focused mind. The difference between you and someone who remains cool under pressure is their mindset and internal state. And you have the power to shift your mindset and create that same peace within yourself. With practice, you turn your brain back on your side and use this supercomputer to hype you up rather than hold you back. Now imagine an entire life where you use this newfound freedom, imagine what you could create! You would see yourself as limitless and go for the things you truly want and speak to your soul!
Practice Sitting With Yourself In Silence Today
Sitting with yourself doesn’t have to be complicated, but it does take intention and practice. Here are a few actionable steps to help you get started:
1. Start With Meditation: Meditation is one of the simplest and most effective ways to practice stillness. Set aside 5-10 minutes each day to sit quietly and focus on your breath. Don’t worry about “doing it right.” The goal is simply to sit with yourself and observe whatever comes up.
2. Take a Silent Walk: Walking is a great way to practice stillness without feeling like you’re doing nothing. Leave your phone behind if its safe, and as you walk, focus on your surroundings, your breath, and any thoughts that come up. Again, the goal isn’t to stop your thoughts, but to become aware of them.
3. Limit Screen Time: Begin reducing the amount of time you spend on your phone, especially on social media or mindless apps. Set boundaries for when and how long you’ll engage with these distractions. Use this reclaimed time for silence or other practices that connect you with your internal world.
4. Journal Your Experience: After sitting in silence, take a few minutes to journal about what came up for you. Writing down your thoughts can help you process and gain clarity on what you observe.
5. Be Patient With Yourself: Remember that sitting with yourself is a practice. The first few times may feel difficult, and that’s okay. The goal isn’t perfection—it’s progress. Over time, this practice will become easier, and you’ll start to notice the benefits more clearly.
Overcoming the Cons of Living in a Distracted World
Living in a world full of distractions has its downsides. It disconnects you from yourself, preventing you from hearing the voice of your higher self—the part of you that always knows what’s best. But the good news is that by committing to regular stillness, you can overcome these challenges.
The external noise of the world may never go away, but you can control how much of it you allow into your life. By reducing distractions and creating more space for silence, you reconnect with your internal guide, the part of you that has all the answers you seek.
In the end, silence is where clarity, peace, and healing reside. The more you practice sitting with yourself, the more you’ll tap into the wisdom of your higher self and align with the life you’re meant to live. All the guidance, answers, and peace you’re searching for are already within you. You just need to turn off the noise and listen.
Here are some additional ways to turn off all unnecessary distractions and help cultivate silence in your life:
Use White Noise
Set Boundaries With Others
Turn Off Notifications
Use Time Blocks
Practice Mindfulness
Declutter Your Environment
A Whole New World Begins To Emerge
True peace and healing aren’t found in the distractions of the world, but in the quiet moments you spend with yourself. In the stillness, you reconnect with your higher self, gain clarity on your path, and release the mental and emotional clutter that weighs you down.
It may not be easy at first, but like anything, the more you practice, the easier it becomes. Start small, be patient with yourself, and soon you’ll discover the transformative power of silence. Your true self is waiting to be heard—you just need to sit with yourself and listen to find out.
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