How often are you totally alone with your thoughts? For me, it's rare. I work two jobs, am studying for a Master's online, and so my life is pretty nonstop. When you think about it, there's really very few moments that you're alone with your thoughts. Most of us characterize our "down time" by watching movies, playing mindless games, reading books, or other sensory inputs. Are there many times that you are not doing anything, and not receiving sensory inputs? We often can't even drive to work without having music on.
Could it be that we are actually a bit afraid of being alone with ourselves? A bit fearful of what thoughts might bubble to the surface if we gave them the opportunity? When you shut down some of the noise that surrounds us seemingly all the time, you might just be surprised by yourself. You might have to deal with some of the less-pleasant thoughts that you normally repress. You might even have to actually confront your conscience on some of the wrongs you know you've committed. But on the other hand, you might also find yourself making decisions more easily. You might even hear from God.
When is the last time you were alone with your thoughts?
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