When we think about monks in the monastery we always think of the halls of the building being silent. I went to an old wise monk when I was struggling to be in the silence for too long. I was always scared of being with my own thoughts for an extended period of time. I know before I was a monk and I got into the car I would always have music playing because I was afraid of the silence. The old monk told me that it's not just about surrounding our external environment with silence but also being silent internally. Internally we could be hearing that loud voice telling us all about our problems and tasks we need to complete. The best way to silence your inner voice is to ground yourself: go for a walk and engage as many senses as you can. See the beautiful landscapes, feel the earth under your feet, and stop and smell the flowers. https://MonkMindset.com