The Ragged Edge of Silence

The Ragged Edge of Silence
Author: John Francis, Ph.D.
Publisher: National Geographic Books
Total Pages: 274
Release: 2011-03-15
Genre: Self-Help
ISBN: 1426207387

By the author of Planetwalker, The Ragged Edge of Silence takes us to another level of appreciating, through silence, the beauty of the planet and our place in it. John Francis's real and compelling prose forms a tapestry of questions and answers woven from interviews, stories, personal experience, science, and the power of silence through history, including practice by Native American, Hindu, and Buddhist cultures. Through their time-honored traditions and his own experience of communicating silently for 17 years, Francis's practical exercises lay the groundwork for the reader to build constructive silence into everyday life: to learn more about oneself, to set goals and accomplish dreams, to build strong relationships, and to appreciate and be a steward of the Earth. With its amazing human interest element and first-person expertise, this book is energizing and universally instructive.

The Gift of Silence

The Gift of Silence
Author: Kankyo Tannier
Publisher: Yellow Kite
Total Pages: 192
Release: 2020-02-20
Genre: Mind and body
ISBN: 9781473673441

Rooted in the ancient Zen philosophies that ground her work, French Buddhist nun, Kankyo Tannier, will show you how to channel the power of SILENCE to get back in control of your thoughts and access the refuge that lies in your mind. Using her practical on-the-go tools, you'll learn how to overcome stress and capture the moments of golden stillness that will transform all areas of your life, for an enhanced wellbeing and sense of fulfilment. Kankyo's warm and engaging voice, spiritual insights, plus a sprinkling of French charm make this an accessible pleasure to read. Switch off the noise and discover the calm and comfort you need to navigate this fast-paced world.

Inner Silence/Inner Rage to Inner Peace

Inner Silence/Inner Rage to Inner Peace
Author: Kathleen Kelley Bonfilio
Publisher: Balboa Press
Total Pages: 97
Release: 2020-10-28
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 1982257040

Kathleen Kelley Bonfilio was fifteen years old when she was raped for the first time. Other attacks and traumas occurred before she even turned twenty. In Inner Silence/Inner Rage to Inner Peace, she narrates her story of fortitude and survival and how she overcame her many demons. In the memoir, Bonfilio describes three brutal rapes, an abortion, a bout with venereal disease, and marriage to an abusive husband. Now, more than thirty years later, she chronicles her experiences, sharing her discoveries, thoughts, feelings, and the coping skills she used to survive. She discusses the steps she took to address her suppressed emotions and how she began her journey to healing. A bittersweet story of resilience, Inner Silence/Inner Rage to Inner Peace inspires others to face the traumas of their past, end the pain, have hope, begin to move forward, and learn to live a life filled with inner peace.

The Sound of Silence

The Sound of Silence
Author: Katrina Goldsaito
Publisher: Hachette+ORM
Total Pages: 41
Release: 2011-10-01
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0316271292

"Do you have a favorite sound?" little Yoshio asks. The musician answers, "The most beautiful sound is the sound of ma, of silence." But Yoshio lives in Tokyo, Japan: a giant, noisy, busy city. He hears shoes squishing through puddles, trains whooshing, cars beeping, and families laughing. Tokyo is like a symphony hall! Where is silence? Join Yoshio on his journey through the hustle and bustle of the city to find the most beautiful sound of all.

A Book of Silence

A Book of Silence
Author: Sara Maitland
Publisher: Catapult
Total Pages: 320
Release: 2010-09-01
Genre: Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN: 1619021420

A personal and cultural exploration of silence and its value in our lives—“[an] artful book, mixing autobiography, travel writing, meditation, and essay” (Independent, UK). In her late forties, after a noisy upbringing as one of six children and adulthood as a vocal feminist and mother, Sara Maitland found herself living alone in the country and, to her surprise, falling in love with silence. In this fascinating, intelligent, and beautifully written book, Maitland describes how she began to explore this new love, spending periods of silence in the Sinai desert, the Scottish hills, and a remote cottage on the Isle of Skye. Maitland also delves deep into the rich cultural history of silence, exploring its significance in fairy tale and myth, its importance to the Western and Eastern religious traditions, and its use in psychoanalysis and artistic expression. Her story culminates in her building a hermitage on an isolated moor in Galloway. “Her book is probably unique in its subject, and timely, because good, healing silence is becoming hard to find, and we may not know we need it” (Guardian, UK).

Silence

Silence
Author: Thich Nhat Hanh
Publisher: HarperCollins
Total Pages: 94
Release: 2015-01-27
Genre: Self-Help
ISBN: 0062224719

The Zen master and one of the world's most beloved teachers returns with a concise, practical guide to understanding and developing our most powerful inner resource—silence—to help us find happiness, purpose, and peace. Many people embark on a seemingly futile search for happiness, running as if there is somewhere else to get to, when the world they live in is full of wonder. To be alive is a miracle. Beauty calls to us every day, yet we rarely are in the position to listen. To hear the call of beauty and respond to it, we need silence. Silence shows us how to find and maintain our equanimity amid the barrage of noise. Thich Nhat Hanh guides us on a path to cultivate calm even in the most chaotic places. This gift of silence doesn't require hours upon hours of silent meditation or an existing practice of any kind. Through careful breathing and mindfulness techniques he teaches us how to become truly present in the moment, to recognize the beauty surrounding us, and to find harmony. With mindfulness comes stillness—and the silence we need to come back to ourselves and discover who we are and what we truly want, the keys to happiness and well-being.

Silence

Silence
Author: Erling Kagge
Publisher: Vintage
Total Pages: 162
Release: 2017-11-21
Genre: Self-Help
ISBN: 1524733245

What is silence? Where can it be found? Why is it now more important than ever? In 1993, Norwegian explorer Erling Kagge spent fifty days walking solo across Antarctica, becoming the first person to reach the South Pole alone, accompanied only by a radio whose batteries he had removed before setting out. In this book. an astonishing and transformative meditation, Kagge explores the silence around us, the silence within us, and the silence we must create. By recounting his own experiences and discussing the observations of poets, artists, and explorers, Kagge shows us why silence is essential to sanity and happiness—and how it can open doors to wonder and gratitude. (With full-color photographs throughout.)

Desiderata

Desiderata
Author: Max Ehrmann
Publisher: Scholastic Inc.
Total Pages: 52
Release: 2003
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9780439372930

The inspirational words of Ehrmann's timeless poem, written in 1927, are paired with Tauss's lyrical, full-color photos that illustrate the poem's wisdom and affirmation of life.

When God is Silent

When God is Silent
Author: Archbishop Luis M. Martinez
Publisher: Sophia Institute Press
Total Pages: 145
Release: 2014-08-11
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 162282220X

When God Is Silent shows you how to trust God even when He seems unresponsive and remote — even when, as in the famous incident in the Gospels, He seems to sleep while you are buffeted by the storms of life. Author Luis Martinez quotes that beautiful line from the Song of Songs — “I sleep, but my heart is awake” — and confirms that with Jesus this is indeed the case: His love for you never sleeps, no matter what. Martinez shows how you can make better sense of your life once you realize that God has actually been closest to you when He seemed farthest away; and once you learn why He often speaks to you only in silence. Best of all, Martinez teaches you the secret of true happiness, which you can achieve even amid the troubles that are inescapable elements of every human life. With sober realism and simple faith, this book will show you how to discover — and then to take refuge in — the comfort our Lord offers you, even when He seems to sleep. “A powerful masterpiece. A great gem of Catholic spirituality.” Fr. Benedict Groeschel Author, Arise from Darkness “Anyone who wants to progress in prayer or who seeks to get past blockages in spiritual growth will find graceful help here.” Bert Ghezzi Author, Getting Free “In the silence of Christ’s sleep, we can learn the silence of charity, cultivate the silence of discretion, experience the interior silence of contemplation, and so find peace.” Donna Steichen Author, Prodigal Daughters Learn to get through the times when God seems distant, as you discover: Silence: why it’s essential for all real gr0wth in the spiritual lifeWhy Jesus must seem to sleep in order to refine your love and purify your soulJesus’ thirty “hidden years”: the important lessons they hold for your life todayWhy worry? Two common reasons why people do worry — and remedies for eachA simple, effective, and gentle procedure for becoming holy in your daily lifePrudence: why it’s one of the most difficult — and most important — virtues that you must acquire while Jesus sleepsThe three paths to spiritual peace: are you taking them? Do you know what they are?Two times that Jesus grieved — and what He meant to teach you in eachThree surprising things that promote your spiritual welfare — if you know how to use themHow the presence of Jesus in your life can transform your experience of sufferingThe medicine of the spiritual life: why it must often be bitterAnd much more that will help you endure the storms of your life with confidence that even as Jesus sleeps, He cares for you!