Practicing Silence

"Be still and know that I am God." Psalm 46

Whether one is religious or not, there is great benefit in practicing silence.  Whether it is in yoga, walking meditation, sitting meditation or time out in a creative practice, silence replenishes the spirit.  It seems there is more anguish in the world, more people with depression and anxiety.  The antidote, perhaps - in addition to medication and therapy if needed, is the practice of silence.  To silence the world's voice of doom and gloom and to remember that all is well.