Traveling at the Speed of Silliness

By Ron Cornelius

There is immeasurable beauty in stillness, special tranquility in silence, and indescribable enrichment in a calm and peaceful spirit.

In the deepest part of us, we strive to live in that blessed state where earthly troubles are dissolved and have lost their power over us.

Our challenge is to capture these blissful moments by listening to the peace, calm, and stillness deep within us to discover what is ready to be revealed.

 

• Language: English
• Publisher: SWL Media and Learning Center
• Release date: May 3, 2023
• ISBN: 9798223011460

Ron Cornelius

Ron grew up in Northern Illinois. He attended Northern Illinois University, Eastern Washington State, and the University of Illinois (master's degree – Rockford College). He taught Language Arts and English in the Rockford, Illinois, public schools for thirty-five years. He was also a Guidance Counselor, Coach, and gifted writer.

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Introduction

There is immeasurable beauty in the stillness. There is a special tranquility in silence. There is indescribable enrichment in a calm and peaceful spirit.

We long for that holiest of places. In the deepest part of us we strive to live in that blessed state where earthly troubles are dissolved and have lost their power over us.

Our challenge is to capture and hold these fleeting and blissful moments. We are in a continuous process of trying to discover the hidden source of this peace, this heavenly oasis.

The simple truth is that these glorious moments can be found without but primarily within us. Deep within, this peace, calm, and stillness are calling to us. They only ask that we humbly listen and are willing to discover what is ready to be revealed.

This was expressed best in a simple profound Psalm prayer. Lord, let me know my own heart.

Dedication

This book is dedicated to all who have ever doubted or been reluctant to explore their shrouded inner potential. Tapping into that wonderful reservoir of courage and energy has astonishing power to change our lives for the better. It only requires taking the first step. A holy, quiet stillness offers an enriching bounty into a conscious and joyous inner life.

Copyright

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Unauthorized reproduction of any part of this work is illegal and is punishable by law. The views expressed in this work are solely those of the author.

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Chapter 1 - Deep Calling Deep

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Our deep consciousness calls to an even deeper part of us seeking a personal awareness and an inner sensitivity - our heart awareness that is accessed through stillness.

It is a place where peace and goodness live. It is a place where the authentic and compassionate you has always lived and only wishes our embrace.

Traveling these deeper inner corridors seems like an unfathomable journey. Rather than surrender to the complexity of it all, we must accept the challenge. It holds the promise of enlightenment and growth where we can reach a higher state of satisfying fullness and spiritual