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Feb 25, 2015
"Within you there is a stillness and a sanctuary to which you can retreat at any time and be yourself." --Hermann Hesse
The Art of Stillness
Giving up what seemed like an exhilarating life and a dream job in the heart of New York City, Pico Iyer made a pivotal decision by moving half way around the world and into the foothills of Kyoto, Japan. Gone was the hustle and bustle of a city that never sleeps, and found was a place that he felt afforded him a chance to find what he was looking for... stillness. For as Pico Iyer believes, it is in 'stillness' that we can find what truly sustains us.
BE THE CHANGE
Go out of your way to try and make time to sit alone in silence -- even if only for a few minutes a day, or even a few minutes a week.
