10 Days
“Have faith in the stillness my friends, it is good for you and it is good for those that live and work around you. Think of it like this: Imagine a light bulb over and above your head as you are entering a darkened room. Before you enter the stillness, this light is very dim, just a glowing filament and It is difficult to see the path with only this dim light. As you sit and clear the mind of chatter, imagine that the light is becoming brighter as the mind becomes quieter. After stillness, the light is recharged -- bright and brilliant, lighting up the room where it is easy to see and where others can safely walk as well." --The 11:11 Progress Group Later today I will be starting a 10-day silent meditation retreat. I am excited. Nervous. And a little bit unsure. Can I really do this? Can I really be silent and meditate for ten days? And that's it folks. Just meditation. For TEN DAYS. No books. No music. No internet. No TV. No conversation. Just ...