Peace and Quiet: 8 Ways To Lower The Noise And Your Stress

Enjoying The Peace and Quiet

It’s quiet. Well, almost. There is the ticking of the clock, the rattle of the furnace, the birds chirping outside of my window and my computer humming along. I love the peace and quiet.

For some this silence is uncomfortable or we feel guilty, so we turn on the TV though we aren’t really watching. It is important in the chaos of everyday living that we take a few moments and shut out as many sounds of the world and just be. It is here that we can rest, that we can rejuvenate, that we can be creative and we can reflect.

Beverly’s Hot Tips For Building Resiliency and Celebrating Noise Awareness Day

Pay attention to the noise you make and respect your neighbour’s right to peace and quiet.
Turn down the volume two notches on your radios and personal stereo systems with headphones.
Turn down the volume one notch on your television and turn it off during dinner.
Do NOT honk your horn, except in the case of imminent danger.
Replace noisy activities with quiet ones such as taking a walk.
Wear adequate hearing protection if you must be in a noisy environment (the subway, mowing the lawn).
Get a hearing screening test done.