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Have you ever lost your voice? Until this week, I had only lost my voice once in my life and for some reason this week it has decided to disappear again. While it is frustrating, it has actually been kind of nice. It has forced me to be still and listen.
This week I’ve been reminded that the quieter you become, the more you can hear. Not only am I hearing people and the Lord more clearly, but I am also noticing beautiful little moments in nature- like the perfect, peaceful breeze as I walk home from work {you may have seen a video of this breeze on my insta story last night}. This soft breeze spoke to me like a gentle whisper from the Lord, reminding me of His presence, of His love. With no voice, I can’t fill the silence. I’m forced to listen. I needed this challenge to be quiet for a period.
What might you hear or notice if you were intentionally quiet?
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18 Comments
MagicCatJenny
August 17, 2016 at 11:02 amThat’s such a beautiful place, where is that?
Chloé Arnold
August 25, 2016 at 1:27 pmThis was taken in Greenport in North Fork, Long Island. It is the cutest little town!
J. Ivy Boyter
August 17, 2016 at 11:12 amI’m the quiet type, so I’m always listening… Or usually I’m buried so deep in thought that I still can’t hear. With a husband who loves to talk, and two children who don’t really know how to be quiet, I hear a lot (and sometimes wish I didn’t HAHA).
Chloé Arnold
August 25, 2016 at 1:28 pmHaha I bet you will cherish hearing their little voices for ever though! xox
Sierra
August 17, 2016 at 3:33 pmWhat a good point. I kind of want to lose my voice now, well not completely, but a little bit. Thanks for the reminder!
Chloé Arnold
August 25, 2016 at 1:28 pmHaha, I know! It was kind of bitter-sweet and I wasn’t that mad about it :) xox
Cynthia Taylor
August 17, 2016 at 5:27 pmWhat a wonderful insight. I notice that when I meditate or ‘try’ to focus on being still I tend to be more in tune with the feelings that accompany my thoughts. A lovely way to hone in on your natural intuition. Beautiful post Chloe.x
Chloé Arnold
August 25, 2016 at 1:28 pmYou are so right! Sometimes, we just need to take the time and reflect! xox
Nae
August 17, 2016 at 6:01 pmWhat a great reminder :)
I love your photos – what a pretty place!
Chloé Arnold
August 25, 2016 at 1:29 pmThank you! It really was stunning!
Kate
August 17, 2016 at 7:18 pmChloe, you have such a gift with words + encouraging reminders! Much needed! XOXO
-Kate // http://www.classyandkate.com
Chloé Arnold
August 25, 2016 at 1:29 pmYou are far too sweet Kate!! xox
Chloe Kay
August 17, 2016 at 7:25 pmLovely post and beautiful pictures, looking forward to your next blog post.
Chloé Arnold
August 25, 2016 at 1:29 pmThank you Chloe! Great name ;)
Mike Socarras
August 18, 2016 at 9:02 amlove reading your posts. :)
Chloé Arnold
August 25, 2016 at 1:29 pmThank you Mike! Have a great day!
Angela - A Bella Adventure
August 21, 2016 at 8:01 amGreat post! With our busy lives it is important to take time out to relax, listen and enjoy beautiful moments.
Chloé Arnold
August 25, 2016 at 1:29 pmSo, so true!! xox