The constant talker will never, or a least rarely, grasp truth. Of course even he must experience some truths, otherwise he could not exist. He does notice certain facts, observe certain relations, draw conclusions and make plans. But he does not yet possess genuine truth, which comes into being only when the essence of an object, the significance of a relaton, and what is valid and eternal in this world reveal themselves. This requires the spacousness, freedom, and pure receptiveness of that inner “clean-swept room” whilch silence alone can create . Romano Guardini
Feel your emotions, Live true your passions, Keep still your mind.
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Geoffrey M. Gluckman
Everything takes time. Bees have to move very fast to stay still.
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David Foster Wallace
The stillness of the waters is only drowned out by the sound of your heartbeat.
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Anthony T. Hincks
Among my stillness was a pounding heart.
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Shannon A. Thompson
The girl was a gypsy before an illness took control of her legs, now she watches in awe the world pass by whilst stillness teaches her about inner strength.
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Nikki Rowe
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