Quieting the Mind

Living in an urban area there is always a constant hum of white noise in the background. We are bombarded by stimuli on a daily basis.

We rarely take the time to let all thoughts drain out of our minds to the point where we are just "being". Open and receptive to subtle messages.

We do not need to be alone in the woods, on the top of a mountain, next to an ocean, or out on crystal-clear lake to experience this sense of serenity. We can experience it even in a crowded room. The Pele Yoetz wrote, "You can learn to retain a state of solitude with G-d even when among people by mentally isolating yourself. Fortunate is the person who can attain this level. Keep your eyes downcast to help yourself maintain this type of meditation and raise your heart towards Heaven."