Thrive Solo Thursday Thoughts — Stillness
Oct 16, 2025
Explore the transformative power of stillness as Polly and Lucy discuss how pausing can soothe your nervous system and sharpen your clarity. They highlight the surprising benefits of unplugged walks and the calming effects of meditation, with science backing its health perks. Delve into how breathing practices can enhance creativity and connection to deeper insights. The duo also emphasizes mindfulness, introspection, and the ability to expand your perception beyond everyday distractions, all while urging listeners to embrace the quiet moments in life.
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Stillness Is Internal Not Just Physical
- Modern 'being still' often means physical stillness while the mind stays noisy and stimulated by devices.
- Lucy Meggeson says internal stillness builds self-awareness and lets you face avoided thoughts to find calm.
Carve Planned Quiet Moments Daily
- Do carve out planned moments of quiet like breathwork and guided practices to quiet internal noise.
- Practice regularly because the discomfort eases and clarity, creativity and intuition grow over time.
Unplug During Walks
- Try switching off headphones on part of a walk to give your mind space and reduce distraction.
- Use silence in movement to regulate your nervous system and lower cortisol by accessing parasympathetic states.