A teacher and mentor said that to me when I was preparing to leave to South America as a missionary. He talked often about the importance of studying, both scriptural and other types of studies. This day, however, he emphasized the effect of silent meditation on the mind, heart, and soul.
In silence we allow ourselves to:
- Reflect
- Ponder
- Plan
- Feel
- Listen to the soul
In reflection, you draw into focus lessons you have learned that day.
Pondering, or thinking deeply and carefully, you determine the value and significance of each event.
You plan your life according to these lessons and experiences.
You feel yourself grow, you feel the world around you, you simply feel.
You listen to the yearnings of your soul. The noise of the world drowns out the tiny, gentle voice of the soul, but in silence, it speaks and you listen.
John Maxwell said it best, "Experience is only a great teacher if you take the time to pause and reflect on it. Otherwise, you take the test but the lesson never comes."
Take time each day for reflection, meditation, and planning. You will find your goals become clearer, your mind more focused, and the stress of your daily life will fade away.
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