Cause for Pause
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Our lives are filled with things to be done
Chores to be worked and errands to run
We scurry about at such a harried pace
For being idle never wins the rat race
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Each moment we have, we struggle and strive
As if, by doing, we will feel more alive
Yet, all the actions and the work that we ply
Simply watch as the precious moments tick by
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But there is something you have never been told
It is in the stillness that our lives unfold
Doing nothing, for a moment, is not a sin
And taking a break may be just how you win
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A pause from the world may feel a bit lazy
But the running around has only made you crazy
So, sit and be still, think of nothing at all
Relax your mind and let the worries fall
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Juts a moment of tranquility and peace
Where our lives find their true release
A minute not filled with things to do
In the quiet is found much more to you
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commonsensiblyspeaking 
This needs a “love” button! It took me too long to realize and learn the truth of your words, and still, I sometimes have trouble shutting my mind off when I am “still”. But, I have learned to just let whatever runs through my mind be free and without forethought in those moments. When I do so in my ‘resting moments’, seated comfortably and with eyes closed, I usually end up reliving some really nice memories, which make me feel happy and content. We all need still time, and time to remind ourselves that “in this moment, I am okay; in this moment, all is okay”. That’s my calming mantra, and it works.
Thank you Sis! Taking the time to be calm, still, and become centered has amazing benefits!
Oh, this is so very true –
Thanks Beth! We all need a little “me” time!
Love, love, love this one! Practicing the art of being still is something I strive to do, daily. I meditate every morning, and I try spending time with nature as often as I can, nature has a remarkable way of forcing me to be still. Maybe it’s because I’m so mesmerized by mother nature’s beauty. I truly believe in the importance of stillness. This is another one the whole world needs to read. Bravo!!
Thank you, dearest Kristian! I am glad to hear that you find time for yourself everyday!
Sometimes we are too much in a rush and we forget that every minute is essential and to be lived fully, so even at warp speed we can still linger on for that moment’s duration and live each second that we are given. Lovely work my brother!
Thank you most sincerely, my good friend!
My pleasure my friend!
Superb advice, Brad! In an age where we always seem to need instant gratification, slowing down and enjoying the beauty around us is always a good choice.
Thank you, Pete!