What is the power of SILENCE

 SILENCE

Buddhist teacher and peace activist Thich Nhat Hanh in his book, Silence: The Power of Quiet in a World Full of Noise, says: “All the wonders of life are already here. They are calling you. If you can listen to them, you will be able to stop running. What you need, what we all need, is silence. Stop the noise in your mind in order for the wondrous sounds of life to be heard. Then you can begin to live your life authentically and deeply.”

We live in a world of distractions where silence is hard to come by. In our world, solitude has long been replaced by a multitude of social media. And silence is a necessity. Embracing silence and introspection is one effortless way to empty a crowded mind.

Here is a proven fact that leaders use silence to increase their power that can grow your power:

1. Build trust.

If you want to develop effective relationships, you must build trust. To build trust, you must listen. 

2. Emphasize a point.

If you use too many words, the point you want to make can get lost. Silence or fewer words allows you to be heard when it matters.

3. Negotiate.

The silence when negotiating can be nerve-wracking. When the other person is silent, you wonder what they might be thinking. Turn the tables. Let them wonder what you are thinking. and let them reveal information that helps you to have the upper hand moving forward in the conversation.

4. Get the answer.

The sooner you become silent, the quicker you will get your answer. Many people are guilty of asking a question and not stopping at the question mark. Don’t continue on with explanations or excuses. These words dilute your question and the power of its message.

5. Center yourself.

You don’t need other people to reap the power of silence. Take time out of your day to be silent. Hold a moment of silence when you wake up in the morning. Go into a room during the workday, and close the door for a few minutes. Pause just before you go to bed.

Know when silence will help you more effectively speak up for yourself, lead and increase your power. 

Wishing you a great day ahead

Deeliban Michael