This post was inspired by Annette Rochelle Aben’s Angel Message today.
Even in complete and total stillness, there is movement.
My last post was a story about Willie Nelson, and in the thought of stillness, I’m reminded of his song, “Still is Still Moving to Me.”
“And it’s hard to explain how I feel
It won’t go in words but I know that it’s real
I can be moving or I can be still
But still is still moving me…”
I love to sit in a state of quietness where all I hear is my breath moving in and out. It puts me in mind of the ocean tide – ebbing and flowing.
We find ourselves in a busy and noisy world. There is always some clamor about something or the other – radio, TV, our phones, conversation and on and on.
I live in a big city and from my apartment, I can hear the traffic on the freeway. We learn to tune out certain sounds. Even away from the city, there are noises. It’s just that they are more in synch with our own inner babble and it more often than not, gives us a sense of peace.
So my challenge to you today is to find five minutes – yes only five minutes in a twenty-four hour day – to sit in total and complete stillness. Use earplugs if you need to and just breathe. Ah……feel it? Hear it?
Thank you for participating with me.
As Tina Frisco says, “Namaste.”
I love the word stillness…it relaxes me immediately! Those moments of stillness product a wonderful by product of peace. Thanks for the reminder:) I’ve fallen out of my habit. Namaste!
Ah, then the purpose of this post is accomplished. 🙂 So glad you stopped by and enjoyed the reminder. Hugs!
What an inspiring post, Jan. Something so easy to do while sitting at the computer for hours on end. I simply have to remember 🙂 Annette’s Angel posts are a highlight of my day. Hugs, my friend 💖
Thank you, Tina, for leaving a comment. The Angel Messages are just meant for me on some days. 🙂 Hugs back to you, sweet lady.
Welcome, my friend ❤
Awesome!! I do think you will enjoy being a part of this group. It is nothing like RRBC, which is good. They are each totally different and accomplish different things. Glad you joined. Maybe I’ll see you at a Texas Authors sponsored book festival somewhere next year.
Nice, Jan. I was sitting in stillness for two minutes then jumped up and joined Texas Authors. Thanks for the recommendation. I know, I know. Should have done the five but couldn’t help it.
Lol, Sarah. That’s an interesting correction. How lucky you are to live in a quiet undisturbed world. Enjoy! And, thanks for stopping by and commenting.
I guess I’m incredibly lucky. There are still quiet corners in England, and I live in one of them. The only sound right now is me tapping my keyboard; I just had to say what a beautiful piece this is, Jan.
I wonder why I had to correct “piece” from “peace”.
Love this, Jan! Words of wisdom for sure. Count me in! 🙂
Thank you, Natalie. I’m glad you enjoyed it and appreciate your comment. Hugs!
Beautiful, Jan. I love the image of “still is still moving in me.” Throughout the day, I find time to rest in silence. There’s a fullness in that state that gives me life. ♥
I do the same, Gwen. We can move so fast that we miss the little and important things in life. I love to slow down and breathe and give thanks. I appreciate you stopping by. Here’s to a day full of stillness. Hugs xoxo
wow, this is beautiful. YOU are truly inspiring. <3
And so are you, my dear friend. Thanks for channeling the message today. Hugs!