Stillness

I watch so many struggle against the stillness.
Filling their days with overlapping clatter:
Afraid of their own inward voice,
they wrestle.
Where I on the other hand-
move and flow to access these gateways,
and rest in the stillness of the moment.
Connecting to these times gives me clarity.
Allowing me to recharge,
both body and soul.
Where the voice of nature sings
and communion with my Creator binds.
Tranquility feeds my inner self.
Reminding me what is important,
by offering a humble hand to those in need.

Reviews

[Fabian G. Franklin]

I enjoyed this. I like the scripture in Psalm 46:10 that says, " Be still and know that I am God". There's also a spiritual song that I simply love by The Isaacs called "Stand Still". Your poem reminds me of both. Thank you for the gentle reminder. Bless, F.

[Cherrie Palmer]

Thank you Fabian . Be still and know I am God. Is a great verse we all need. If we take a moment we can hear His leading.

[TamsinDaya]

This is a moving piece and very true. We often fill our lives with so much "clatter" that we forget to take the time to just sit, to take stock of what we have and just to breathe. Very often, taking a few moments out can be incredibly rejuvenating and provide us with the clarity on the way forward in our lives.

I love the lines: "Allowing me to recharge/ both body and soul."

Thank you for the beautiful poem reminding us that silence and stillness is important in oiur lives.

[Cherrie Palmer]

Good morning Tamsin and thank you. I hope you have a beautiful day.

[Red Brick Keshner]

Being still is something that can tax us in various ways at various times and situations. We are often counselled to find our centre and if it isn't our Creator then we are off centre to begin with. Could it be that this is where the clatter emanates from? A very thought provoking and insightful offering. Thanks kindly for sharing. /Frederick.

[Cherrie Palmer]

Good morning Frederick and thank you.

[Betty Hermelee]

There is a rime for clatter, but only to an extent. What is more important is a time for to rest, listen to your inner voice, and think about others less fortunate than you. Think about yourself and your inner peace.
The world would be so much better with less chaos, and more should reflect upon their lives.. A fine thought Cherrie.
Best, B

[Cherrie Palmer]

Yes if we could keep life simple it would be easier to manage.

[Betty Hermelee]

You're very welcome!

[keith]

"Speech is silver, silence is golden" arabic culture
it is often better to remain silent

Silence Is Golden - song by The Tremeloes
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n03g8nsaBro

[Cherrie Palmer]

Excellent 🎵 song

[Chris Shaw]

Embracing the stillness doesn't come easy for some. They have to have the company of noise. Whether that is TV, radio or people. I cherish solitude and stillness. That is when I am at my most creative. I think anyone with a creative outlet appreciates time on their own. Nice piece Cherrie. The stillness allows me time to connect to the natural environment.

Chris

[Cherrie Palmer]

It's true. Some people have a difficult time embracing true silence. The older I get the more I enjoy it.

[Chris Shaw]

Same here Cherrie. I get that same enjoyment from the stillness.

[Richard Knox]

Wow! How true! Your thoughts are so relevant these days, and when expressed as poetically as you have done here, gives them more power. To be a writer one must embrace solitude and stillness. Perhaps to be humane and human everyone should.

[Cherrie Palmer]

Yes, I think time for reflection is very important. That still small voice could save us from many a terrible decision. If only we would listen.

[W. Barrett Munn]

This is one of your best, Cherrie. It reminds me of The Eagles' song, Learn to be Still. I think you hit on a really fine opening line - the alliteration works well, especially the two S sounds coming at the end of the line.
Nicely crafted and an important message. Congratulations.

[Cherrie Palmer]

Originally it was a longer. The linger version flowed well but I felt like it didn't lend to my desired effect.
I'm very pleased you enjoyed this one.

[Dave Brown]

There is more than enough of those poor souls with a whole country recently added and never enough helping hands

[Cherrie Palmer]

So true we need each other. People forget humans live in community foe support and protection.

[jacob erin-cilberto]

see? this is what we wish for...to be able to be still, to be able to embrace the quiet.

to have peace inside..but some are just too afraid of silence, of their own silence...
almost like someone on a date who is too nervous to let the conversation just flow, or to ask questions of the other person...so the former just drones on and on and on....boring the partner to death.
Do we bore ourselves too much sometimes to allow the quiet when alone?
thoughtful piece, Cherrie,
j.

[Cherrie Palmer]

😊 thank you Jacob