Nowadays, we are surrounded by noise almost constantly – ringing phones, notifications, street noise, radio, background music, television, podcasts, social media. Even if we don't realize it, our heads are constantly racing.
The brain processes a huge amount of stimuli, often without the opportunity to truly rest . Silence can then seem unnatural, perhaps even uncomfortable – and that is precisely why we need it so much.
What does science have to say about this?
We know from research that just two minutes of silence a day :
- lower blood pressure ,
- improve concentration ,
- and promote mental well-being .
Silence gives the brain space to regenerate . In silence, the body relaxes more quickly, breathing slows down, and the parasympathetic nervous system – the part of the nervous system responsible for rest and balance – is activated.
In other words: when we don't have distracting stimuli around us, our internal system returns to calm .
Silence as a space for oneself
Silence is not just about the absence of sounds. It is a space where we hear ourselves . Without pressure. Without interruption. Without expectations. Without judgment.
It is at such moments that we often realize:
- what we really lack ,
- what we really need ,
- what we have forgotten throughout our lives.
How to enjoy silence even during a normal day
Silence doesn't have to mean an hour in a meditation room or a weekend in the mountains. Small steps are enough:
turn off the radio in the car,
Don't wear headphones while traveling by tram.
instead of scrolling, just sit down with a cup of tea in the morning,
Set aside 10 minutes at home with no sounds – no TV, no talking, no running errands.
The first few minutes in silence may be uncomfortable – but your body and mind will get used to it. What's more – they will start to ask for it and enjoy it.
A space will be created that will not be disturbed by anything outside – and which will allow you to breathe freely for a moment.
In conclusion
Silence is not a special ritual or spiritual discipline. It is a natural tool that we all have at our disposal. We just need to rediscover it—and let it back into our day.
Not as an obligation , but as an option . Silence doesn't have to be long or perfect. It can be:
pause between calls,
a minute without a phone call,
a moment without music,
or a quiet "nothing" in the midst of the hustle and bustle.
Maybe you will hear something important in that silence. Maybe it will be your breath. Maybe your own thought. Or maybe just peace – which in itself brings a return to oneself, peace, strength.
In today's world, I think, more than enough.