How Embracing Calm Helped Me Conquer Stress!
In this distracting and noisy world, I used to be stressed all the time. But not anymore! Now silence is my superpower.
“Silence does not indicate weakness; it indicates resilience.”
I grew up in a quiet countryside, where people are kind and have less stress and anxiety.
They put their families first, work hard to raise them, and love their children unconditionally.
Oh, man! Those people are thankful and content with what they have every day.
As a child, I was like that—happy and not stressed out.
But many years later, I moved to a busy city to study and work where everyone had higher expectations.
The bar is a little high! There are many expectations.
I need to deal with the stress of my teaching job every day and all the money I must have to live a better life in a crowded city.
I can’t deny it!
Because of all of these things, I became more stressed and anxious.
Picture this! I teach physics to teens in middle school who are very active and noisy.
On the other hand, the pay is different from what I want. This makes my days very stressful, anxious, and full of self-doubt. Aren’t they?
But you know what? I did not let these circumstances ruin my life. I learned to survive and make things work in my favor.
Want to know how I did it? Unexpectedly, I found silence.
Not the kind that leaves me feeling empty, but the kind that makes me feel strong and content. Silence is now my superpower.
“Silence isn’t the absence of action; it’s a source of profound power”
And you know what? I choose silence over rudeness or violence, even in a noisy classroom.
During those times of stress, I started to pause and let silence be my first response.
I would take a deep breath, straighten up, and make powerful eye contact. And after a few wise words, the classroom would become calm and quiet.
I can’t thank it enough! Silence helps me see potential everywhere, stay calm, gain clarity, and make the right choice when things get tough.
“In silence, we frequently discover the answers we have been looking for.”
From being stressed and worried to being calm.
Now that you know how I turned silence into my superpower, you might be wondering how you do it too.
To embrace silence, you do not have to change everything about your life. Sometimes, it is just about finding peace in the little things.
The following activities helped me embrace and may work out for you too:
1. Active Breathing
Do you know that the way you breathe can change everything?
I learned how important active breathing is, and then I started using it in different parts of my daily life.
As an example, every morning I walk to work and do some breathing exercises in the meantime. Trust me, it is fun and relaxing!
2. Regular Exercise
Doing regular exercise is good for both your physical and mental health. It clears your mind of bad energy and thoughts and makes you feel better.
Oh, man! I found myself training in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu or weightlifting at the gym.
I learned how important it is to live in the present by focusing on the techniques alone, and sparring sessions helped me clear my mind of bad thoughts. It also taught me to think about what I could do before I act.
If you are not already, you will benefit a lot from starting an enjoyable exercise routine.
3. Self-Discovery
Self-doubt can put you in bad situations where you are easy to persuade.
This can make you weak when things get tough, which makes you unhappy and stressed.
It is essential to know yourself.
You should be aware of your strengths and work on your weaknesses. This will help you build a strong mind that will help you stay calm, control your behavior, and not always be an easy target for everyone.
For me, embracing inner self-talk, pain, and vulnerability helped me better understand myself and strengthen my weaknesses.
“A peaceful mind is a powerful mind.”
4. Journaling
Writing down your feelings and thoughts can help you deal with stress and get clear.
Every day, take a few minutes to write in a journal about your experiences, problems, and times when you are thankful.
Not only does this help clear your mind, but it also gives you a chance to think about how you have changed and grown over time.
Daily writing helps me express myself, understand my thoughts, and get better.
5. Enjoy What You’re Doing
One of the best ways to promote peace is to fully participate in and enjoy the things you do.
Get lost in the moment while you are cooking, gardening, painting, or playing a sport. Do not let your mind wander to worries or other things that will distract you.
Instead, focus on how what you are doing makes you feel and brings you joy.
If you really enjoy doing something, it can become a form of meditation that makes you feel better and more calm.
I used to hate my job, which made practicing teaching more stressful than it needed to be. Believe me!
I was stressed before my shift even started, and I was even more stressed when it was over.
I went through a lot! But things changed when I started to enjoy the present moment, pay attention to patterns of positivity, and deal with negativity.
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A Life Transformed!
Silence has become more than a habit for me; it is a way of life. I know I have a strong tool to handle challenges, so they do not feel as heavy.
Through this journey, I have learned that silence does not mean there is nothing going on, but that there is clarity and purpose. And the best part? Anyone can learn to have this superpower.
When you feel stressed, remember to take a deep breath, find some quiet, and let your inner calm guide you.
You will find a strength you did not know you had in those quiet times. Because of this, silence is a power that gets stronger every time it is present.
Feel free to talk about how you deal with stress. Thanks for reading!
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