I Am in Silence - Silence for Spiritual Growth

1. I Am in Silence - Silence for Spiritual Growth I am in Silence is a global movement and a worldwide community that believes in, supports, and promotes the profound power of silence in a world drowning in noise. We believe that this world is in desperate need of pause, and that everyone should embrace, pursue, and practice silence on a regular basis to live a truly happy and fulfilled life. This practice isn’t about leaving everything and becoming a monk. Instead, it’s about integrating moments of silence into our everyday lives to nurture our souls. We believe that the power of silence is the next mystery this world will discover. The practice of silence is a practice of peace, balance, harmony, awareness and gratitude. And it’s not only for the yoga and meditation community—it’s for everyone. After all, we’re all seeking inner peace, happiness, and fulfilment. Regardless of your birthplace, current location, ethnicity, cultural background, gender, race, language, and beliefs, we all share this noble resource called silence. We are all one. We invite you to join this ancient, humble, and life-changing quest to discover and connect with the soundless world and your long-lost self. Join us on this journey to create a more peaceful, conscious, and beautiful world. Together we can make an impact that will be felt long after we’re gone. Why Silence? Experience the Difference: Silence is arguably one of the most challenging things to understand, let alone practice. Yet the practice of silence goes way back to ancient times. Its roots are deep and can be found in many primeval spiritual teachings. Importance: We live in a noisy world—a world where it’s practically impossible to be in pure silence. Right when we wake up, we’re exposed to non-stop outside noise: radio, music, TV, Internet, traffic, people. Benefits: In silence there is wisdom, knowledge, strength, serenity, clarity, self-awareness, and contentment - the elements needed to achieve lasting happiness and fulfilment. This practice has the potential to impact our lives. The Science: The practice, importance and benefits of silence in the spiritual development go thousands of years back in time with the aim to connect with the inner self and to cultivate self-awareness and compassion. Vision Statement Our vision is simple: to embrace, share, and promote the untapped power of silence; to give people the power to connect with their inner world on a deeper level; to enhance the quality of people’s personal, spiritual, work, and social lives; and to create a more peaceful, conscious, and self-aware world through the presence and practice of silence. We believe we are all made of the same stardust. We are all one and together, we can bring much-needed change and sanity to the world. Mission Statement To share and promote awareness of silence and its power, importance, and benefits, and to ensure that everyone has the practical tools to accomplish the community’s vision. Practicing Silence Practicing silencerequires effort and discipline, and it just might be one of the most challenging things you’ll ever do. This practice isn’t about locking yourself in a room 24/7 and never saying anything. It’s not about leaving your current life and becoming a monk. It’s about incorporating some silence into your everyday life to achieve balance and nurture your soul.