It reminds me of Psalm 46, where God say "Be still, and know that I am God" but the context of this verse is the dangers of war and how God is in charge:
"The nations rage, the kingdoms totter; he utters his voice, the earth melts. The LORD of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our fortress. Selah
Come, behold the works of the LORD, how he has brought desolations on the earth. He makes wars cease to the end of the earth; he breaks the bow and shatters the spear; he burns the chariots with fire.
“Be still, and know that I am God. I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth!” The LORD of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our fortress. Selah
I crave silence. My world is full of noise, and I'm rarely alone. I relish those moments when the house is empty, and quiet. I can hear myself think, and most importantly, I can hear God speak.
Very interesting. I hadn't heard of this. If someone had asked me where to find the quietest room, I would have said, "Why, right here, at my house." I love the sound of silence, but of course my house isn't all that quiet if normal house sounds are considered. For instance, right now as I write, I can hear the sound of an electric faux fireplace heater fan, and an ever-present slight ringing in my ears that I almost never really notice, and the ticking of the keys as I type. Otherwise, quiet. I don't even have music playing as background noise, and with no t.v. I certainly don't have the drone of that to bother me. Quiet. It soothes my soul🤌
Wow, that's the first time I've heard of that room.
The experience is very similar to when I last toured the Mole Creek Caves in Tasmania (Australia). While there was a group of us and the group and the tour guide chatted during most parts of it, there was one moment when all the lights were turned off and we all hushed to fully experience what it was like. While our eyes were open, it was totally pitch black and I can say that I experienced similar when it comes to being fully aware of my body. It might have been more transcendent if we had a longer silent time. But one of the key things I felt as soon as I exited the cave was total relaxation of mind and body -- I didn't realise the effect of external "noise" until my body was devoid of it being in an underground cave.
Silence is very interesting, isn't it? Some people might see it as boring with the nothing-ness. I experience it as a fullness within myself and feeling the fullness of life.
I saw videos of people going through the experience. Some have gone mad and started hallucinating during the ordeal. But it wasn't all like that for others, like you said, they felt inspired and energized. I hope you get to experience that someday!
-- The exploration of silence in your essay is captivating, shedding light on its profound significance and the unspoken depths it carries. Well-articulated and thought-provoking 🌟! Xo.
Happy you liked it, I can sometimes find a certain level of silence in a church aloe at night or in the mountains, but nothing like that place probably
I have a framed poster of the film in my study. It reminds me of the gift and challenge of silence, as well as the beauty of art that pushes boundaries.
But it's not silence if we believe what some who have experienced are saying. It's loud noise coming from inside your body and the cracking of your bones.
The people who own the place actually told me that most visitors feel full release, relaxation and peace and that they have regulars each week who spent up to 4 hours at a time. I guess it depends on the person, small minority did not enjoy it, but majority apparently get used to how it feels and it’s great for them. Only way to know individually is to do it I suppose.
I think if we drink water and say loving kind words to our selves we can find healing.
There is a study with water that backs up what you are saying, the frequency and vibration
I have read about this. So interesting how emotions change the structure of water.
Yeah Dr. Emoto. Not sure how to spell his name.
Thanks Alexander
It reminds me of Psalm 46, where God say "Be still, and know that I am God" but the context of this verse is the dangers of war and how God is in charge:
"The nations rage, the kingdoms totter; he utters his voice, the earth melts. The LORD of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our fortress. Selah
Come, behold the works of the LORD, how he has brought desolations on the earth. He makes wars cease to the end of the earth; he breaks the bow and shatters the spear; he burns the chariots with fire.
“Be still, and know that I am God. I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth!” The LORD of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our fortress. Selah
(Psalm 46:6-11)
I crave silence. My world is full of noise, and I'm rarely alone. I relish those moments when the house is empty, and quiet. I can hear myself think, and most importantly, I can hear God speak.
Yes, I like to pray in a quiet atmosphere
Very interesting. I hadn't heard of this. If someone had asked me where to find the quietest room, I would have said, "Why, right here, at my house." I love the sound of silence, but of course my house isn't all that quiet if normal house sounds are considered. For instance, right now as I write, I can hear the sound of an electric faux fireplace heater fan, and an ever-present slight ringing in my ears that I almost never really notice, and the ticking of the keys as I type. Otherwise, quiet. I don't even have music playing as background noise, and with no t.v. I certainly don't have the drone of that to bother me. Quiet. It soothes my soul🤌
Yes, I love these moments for prayer especially.
Wow, that's the first time I've heard of that room.
The experience is very similar to when I last toured the Mole Creek Caves in Tasmania (Australia). While there was a group of us and the group and the tour guide chatted during most parts of it, there was one moment when all the lights were turned off and we all hushed to fully experience what it was like. While our eyes were open, it was totally pitch black and I can say that I experienced similar when it comes to being fully aware of my body. It might have been more transcendent if we had a longer silent time. But one of the key things I felt as soon as I exited the cave was total relaxation of mind and body -- I didn't realise the effect of external "noise" until my body was devoid of it being in an underground cave.
Thar’s phenomenal, I would love that type of more natural setting for such an experience, thank you for sharing, could really imagine it.
I have been in similar situations in nature, where it is so quiet that you can hear the silence!
When we take the time to listen to the silence then we stop listening to our own thoughts and worries, and just enjoy the moment of life around us.
Silence is very interesting, isn't it? Some people might see it as boring with the nothing-ness. I experience it as a fullness within myself and feeling the fullness of life.
Me too!
it helps a lot
I saw videos of people going through the experience. Some have gone mad and started hallucinating during the ordeal. But it wasn't all like that for others, like you said, they felt inspired and energized. I hope you get to experience that someday!
Maybe can have a mix of both
Yes!
I love this so much! Is this the same as being in “the dark room?”
This one is bright with specific design, family owned now
I have not been to this room but I'm thinking to myself why didn't I come up with a wonderful idea like this. I was probably somewhere writing...
It’s amazing how people come up with so many things!
-- The exploration of silence in your essay is captivating, shedding light on its profound significance and the unspoken depths it carries. Well-articulated and thought-provoking 🌟! Xo.
Happy you liked it, I can sometimes find a certain level of silence in a church aloe at night or in the mountains, but nothing like that place probably
And now I really want to visit this room
I hope to go possibly next year, it’s pretty far for me, so would have to plan
Silence is intriguing. I would love to spend quite some time in there.
To hear the things we never heard before would be a great experience
Absolutely!!
I read about this too! I’m intrigued but also terrified of that silence. Some people said you can hear your bones grind against one another 😬
I got a condition with my joints, so probably would LOL
I've read about this room too. It's definitely on my bucket list.
Will be great
This made me think of The Artist is Present.
Haven’t seen!
Stunning documentary.
Thanks for recommending!
I have a framed poster of the film in my study. It reminds me of the gift and challenge of silence, as well as the beauty of art that pushes boundaries.
How amazing and what a fabulous idea.
Very cool!
Why?
Because the world is often too noisy, and a structured period of silence is a good way to tap into one's true inner thoughts.
But it's not silence if we believe what some who have experienced are saying. It's loud noise coming from inside your body and the cracking of your bones.
The people who own the place actually told me that most visitors feel full release, relaxation and peace and that they have regulars each week who spent up to 4 hours at a time. I guess it depends on the person, small minority did not enjoy it, but majority apparently get used to how it feels and it’s great for them. Only way to know individually is to do it I suppose.
I'll pass, even if it was free, which I'm sure it's not. I find it kind of creepy, tbh. But hey, have fun with it! ✌️
haha
but it’s a interesting mix, that’s why I titled it “silence is loud”, I’d like to know how it would feel for me.
That’s one of the best lines, no doubt.
That an interesting observation and experience. as far as your dad’s advice, it’s amazing I think, very wise.