Silence Leads Inside

"When you become aware of silence,

immediately there is that state of inner

alertness.  You are present.  You have

stepped out of thousands of years of

collective human conditioning.

Eckhart Tolle

Eastern cultures have been mastering silence through a variety of practices for centuries.  In very early stages of life, the mind is trained to be still through daily applications.  Throughout life, individuals have developed the ability to go within at will.

Western cultures are striving to perfect road ways to silence.  An appreciation has been developed for the connection experienced by going within instead of always seeking guidance from the outside world.  To create a personal practice of meditation, one becomes empowered.  In the stillness, wisdom appears through the silence of body, mind, and spirit.  

A connection is made through contemplation that can be categorized as sacred or inspiring.  Silence is a key ingredient.  Idle chatter falls away; negative tapes stop playing; distractions decrease; and one begins to meet the true inner self.

In the present moment, surrounded by silence, an individual begins to feel authentic love, respect, and honor.  The connection with all things increases, while separateness and isolation melt away.  Even depression can be lifted by discovering the wonder of silence.  Follow the beating of the heart until safety is discovered inside.