Silence
There is also nakedness to silence. Vulnerability can be troubling if one is accustomed to using layers of words to create an identity in the world or to surround ourselves with activity to avoid looking inside.
To be with naked silence you must hold reverence for your anxiety, even your fear, because silence invites the unknown and that may not always seem like welcome company.
by John Fox - Founder, The Institute for Poetic Medicine
INVITATION: “…silence invites…”
For more on John Fox - and his work at The Institute for Poetic Medicine
Enjoy this version of Abide by Carrie Newcomer and Parker Palmer - exploring the value of silence and quiet.
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"Silence invites the unknown..." anxiety, fear, grief, but also wisdom, intuition, deep joy! Beautiful words from John Fox. Thank you, Pat and Jean for another heartfelt share! 💗🙏💗
powerful poignant words