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Invite quiet reflection into your habits. Remove any discomfort of silence together in groups. Start with a minute on you next meeting and go from there.

Silence is often heard as a gap to be filled. Quiet may be perceived as awkward in a work environment. However, research on decision-making indicates that structured intentional silence can be a powerful tool for individuals and groups. A bit of shared quiet reflection can set the stage for emerging voices to chime in and it may create space for creativity to arise.

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1 Min

In a minute of quiet you may:

  1. Soften your gaze or close your eyes.
  2. Notice your feet are on the ground, your seat in the chair.
  3. Notice the dignity of your spine, adjust for comfort.

2 Min

In two minutes of quiet you may:

  1. Notice the sounds in the room.
  2. Consider your breathing. Take a deep breath or few.
  3. Notice the position, placement, and shape of your hands.

3 Min

In three minutes of quiet you may:

  1. Notice any sensations atop the head and slowly move your mind's eye down the body.
  2. Observe any sensations, thoughts, or feelings that pop up.