The Voice of Silence
Over the years, I have found that many of us avoid silence in some form, and it shows up differently every day. In a bid to express ourselves or our opinions, or out of fear of being judged or criticized, we embrace silence. On the other hand, we sometimes use silence as a weapon in friendships, relationships, and wherever we see fit. Silence is also something we avoid, and that shows up in the constant hustle and bustle of life, where we “keep going” just so we can be seen as influential, productive, successful. But the truth is, in whatever way silence shows up, silence has a voice—one that does not speak often yet speaks very loudly. We avoid silence because it can feel uncomfortable. In conversations, we rush to fill pauses, fearing judgment or awkwardness. In our daily lives, we drown silence with noise—music, notifications, endless chatter—because stillness can feel like exposure. But silence is not weakness. It is a mirror, reflecting truths we often overlook. At times, ...
