Silence and Chaos

 

"To all that is chaotic in you,

let there come silence."

Jan Richardson

Emotions pop up unexpectedly in spite of our carefully orchestrated calculations. There is no escaping internal chaos, so efforts to eliminate it are futile.  It is wise to monitor what is going on inside of us, and have a plan as to how to self-soothe. 

Notice emotional triggers as soon as possible.  Deal with them head on, rather than stepping up the pace or implementing avoidance.  We can choose how to react.  Do we need to speak our truth, disengage or find seclusion for mindfulness?  

Try to maintain uplifting silence while moving through the day and especially while preparing for bed.  Return again and again, from chaotic thinking to silence. To renew and restore, chaos can be minimized.