“Inspiration comes to us slowly and quietly…prime it with a little solitude.” -Brenda Ueland Click To Tweet
Coming across this quote was just what I needed to hear!
My life doesn’t lend itself to much solitude lately. Many days I feel like I’m coming and going at the same time. I feel pulled in different directions. And I struggle to do the impossible feat some called multi-tasking.
I long to hear the still, small voice the Bible speaks of. Those divine utterances that I’m certain will give me the answers I long for and the comforting reassurance I desperately need.
These words remind me how I can hear and feel the inspiration I’m longing for. I need to give myself the gift of solitude. Hush the worry. Hush the to-do list. Hush the fretting and running and jumping through hoops.
Pause. Be still. Do nothing. Relish in the quiet. Take slow deep breaths.
Embrace solitude.
Ah yes…
Inspiration was waiting for me to be still and quiet long enough to hear and feel it.
Annette Bridges
Author, Publisher and Women's Retreat Host
Annette Bridges is an author, publisher and women’s retreat host on a mission to help every woman realize her story is extraordinary, valuable and noteworthy. Part of Annette’s own journaling practice includes collecting ideas, quotes, songs, videos and photos that inspire her. She shares some of her finds in these weekly “Be Inspired” posts to lift your spirit with encouragement, comfort and joy.
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