in the silence
i feel so quiet lately. i also feel rather like a bear; this has been a winter of hibernation. i’m not sure why, but i am embracing it rather than questioning it.
i am doing less thinking and more feeling. deep inside, something is stirring, rising, calling.
if i had to put words to this experience, i would say that i am deepening my practice in following inner guidance.
the trouble (for me, at least) is that this requires an even greater level of trust – in myself and in the universe – and the practice of continual surrender. both of which, i must say, are practices not for the faint of heart. this is especially true when one’s guidance says “be still” over and over and over again. part of me really wants to shake it and say, “i’m not as brave as you think! i’m ready to be done! just tell me what to do!”
but i don’t. i let the feelings rise, and i breathe into them, and then i sink into the resulting stillness. over and over and over again.
Sometimes it takes the loudest silence to hear the quietest voice.
This is beautifully expressed, Elizabeth. Trusting our inner guide, is the life-long path in many ways. There are those moments of sweet surrender, but then those others where we feel so vulnerable even to ourselves. Embrace… that is such a delicious word isn’t it? I think we ought to allow ourselves to be embraced more–by whatever it is that calls us. Silence included. So much can be discovered in silence. Funnily enough, I find myself going into a “still mode” of sorts right now. Since November it’s been an incredible busy time, and also one of great personal and creative growth. I feel the need to go slow and listen more. I think has something to do with the snow and winter surrounding me too. ;o) So happy, as always, to enjoy a moment of silence with you here. ((HUGS))
so beautiful. and, exactly what i needed to read right now. it’s ok to be still, to be quiet, to listen. and then listen some more. *love*
Larisa: It is. It really is.
Tracy: Embrace *is* a delicious word. Mmmmm. Yes. Happy to think of you in the silence with me – may you be nourished there.
Jerry: What a beautifully resonant description! I want to remember that.
lovely. I’ve been doing a bit of the same lately. I really love that image as well – looks like a painting
I feel quieter just reading your words.
What beautiful words to go with this lovely, peaceful photo.
I’ve been quiet for way too long… so ready for the newness and aliveness that is spring. So ready to dive into blogging once again… how I’ve missed you.
xo