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12 January 2018

Silence

Experiencing silence is akin to floating in outer space.  The legs which are so accustomed to supporting the body to be upright have nothing to stand on.  In normal circumstances, the hands 'kick in'.  When the feet are not able to find a hold, we start seeking support using our hands.  However there is nothing to hold on to.  It is something that makes us feel odd.  It is not something we are ready for or honestly long for - perhaps a rare brief moment is all that we ask for.

A moment of silence can be more educative than a large book or a lengthy discourse.  In silence, to learn is not to stabilise or gain control but to surrender.  It is a very humbling and enriching terrain and experience, but very few willing to learn first hand, leave alone explore.

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