The world is loud and noisy.<\/p>\n
For our own health’s sake, which in turn affects those around us, we can commit to silence the noise. We may not always have a say about external noise; however, we can commit to silence the noise near and within us…to the best of our ability – below are some suggestions that may resonate with you:<\/p>\n
Commit to silence the noise by<\/em><\/p>\n practicing being in silence for 3minutes a day @minimum<\/p>\n IF that needs to be in ya closet with ya eyes closed OR staring out at the lake…just silence<\/p>\n Commit to silence the noise by<\/em><\/p>\n choosing 1 day a week OR month of 0 social media and\/OR no\u00a0TV, Netflix, Hulu, appleTV etc<\/p>\n Commit to silence the noise by<\/em><\/p>\n silencing the phone for a certain amount of time while awake (bedtime doesn\u2019t count here)<\/p>\n Commit to silence the noise by<\/em><\/p>\n meeting with a therapist and\/or life coach regularly<\/p>\n Commit to silence the noise by<\/em><\/p>\n joining a support group<\/p>\n Commit to silence the noise by<\/em><\/p>\n walking away from gossip<\/p>\n Commit to silence the noise by<\/em><\/p>\n taking full\/deep breaths every day -practice fully inhaling for five; holding for seven and exhaling for nine<\/p>\n Commit to silence the noise by<\/em><\/p>\n sitting or standing in silence (not doing anything else) while listening to 1 instrumental piece<\/p>\n Commit to silence the noise by<\/em><\/p>\n reading Scripture<\/p>\n writing out Scriptures on index cards or colorful card stock (or construction paper!)<\/p>\n and if ya find it helpful, tape in a prominent place OR keep in your vehicle\u2019s cup holder and read every time you enter your vehicle (before driving!)<\/p>\n Commit to silence the noise by<\/em><\/p>\n drawing freeStyle<\/p>\n doodling<\/p>\n coloring in a coloring book<\/p>\n Commit to silence the noise by<\/em><\/p>\n using grounding techniques – move slowly through each of the following:<\/p>\n look at (really see) and count 5 different things in the room<\/p>\n touch 4 things such as feeling the fabric of your outfit<\/p>\n listen to\/focus on 3 distinct sounds (sometimes closing eyes may help during this)<\/p>\n taste 2 different things (take your time with each piece of fruit, chocolate, cheese…)<\/p>\n smell an essential oil or perfume<\/p>\n Commit to silence the noise by<\/em><\/p>\n picturing a mental image (the ocean, mountains, the forest, a park, the sky, a rainbow\u2026something else)<\/p>\n Commit to silence the noise by<\/em><\/p>\n Saying affirmations out loud with ya hand raised if ya like!<\/p>\n I AM essential, I AM loved, I AM healed<\/p>\n I commit to be still<\/p>\n I commit to live from a place of rest (acronym: Releasing Every Sabotaging Thought -author unknown)<\/p>\n I AM free<\/p>\n Commit to silence the noise by<\/em><\/p>\n choosing a day to simply stay in (and for those of us who stay in too much already; go out now!)<\/p>\n Commit to silence the noise by<\/em><\/p>\n lighting a candle, maybe sit in nothing but the light of that candle and watch the flame<\/p>\n Commit to silence the noise by<\/em><\/p>\n meditating<\/p>\n listening to Scriptures or affirmations – it is a joy for me to read Scripture, quotes, poems, affirmations, letters for individuals as well as gatherings of any kind. Yes, call or text to commission -469.585.3723 (smiles and dap)!<\/p>\n Commit to silence the noise by<\/em><\/p>\n choosing to be silent for a whole 24hours!<\/p>\n Commit to silence the noise by<\/em><\/p>\n choosing what brings your heart contentment, peace and joy<\/p>\n Common Day Hero:<\/strong><\/em><\/span> She rises early to ensure that all is well, in her heart as well as her home, for her sweet family. She works full time within the home and for the congregation she serves alongside her family as well as at her place of employment. She is gentle and firm, soft and strong, present in every moment. I AM grateful to have her in my circle and feel so honored by her. Today, I dedicate this post to Alice G…Heaven’s best to you and yours, always.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" The world is loud and noisy. For our own health’s sake, which in turn affects those around us, we can commit to silence the noise. 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