Being played Quote by Jan Chozen Bays
“Several times a day, stop and just listen. Open your hearing 360 degrees, as if your ears were giant radar dishes. Listen to the obvious sounds, and the subtle sounds—in your body, in the room, in the building, and outside. Listen as if you had just landed from a foreign planet and didn’t know what was making these sounds. See if you can hear all sounds as music being played just for you. Even in what is called silence there is sound. To hear such subtle sound, the mind must be very quiet.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Mindful Listening, Jan Chozen Bays, 2014
Listening deeply expands awareness of subtle and obvious sounds, turning silence into music and calming the mind.
In simple terms: Deep listening reveals hidden sounds and quiets the mind.
Key Takeaway
Practice attentive listening daily.
Themes
mindfulness
awareness
presence
Mood
calm
reflective
Type
inspirational
mindful
When to use this quote
- daily meditation
- workplace focus
- nature walks
- creative sessions
Key Concepts
sensory perception
meditation
consciousness
Questions to Reflect On
- How does silence affect your mental state?
- What sounds become noticeable when you listen fully?
A Different Perspective
Requires a quiet environment; may be difficult in noisy settings.
