What Stillness Taught Me About Story

Hey there! I want to share something I discovered recently about storytelling — and it all started with stillness. In a world that never seems to stop spinning, finding moments of quiet can feel impossible. But when I finally slowed down — really slowed down — I noticed something surprising: stories started to come to me in ways I hadn’t expected. At first, the stillness felt heavy, even a little scary. It was like a silence that filled every corner and made me wonder what was next. But as I got used to it, I realized that stillness is its own kind of storyteller. The best stories aren’t always the loud ones with big action or drama. Sometimes, they’re the gentle whispers — those little memories and feelings that show up when you stop chasing them. When I learned to listen to those quiet moments, my stories got richer and deeper. I found that the magic happens not just in the words we say, but in the pauses and breaths in between. So, if you’re a writer or just someone who loves stories, I encourage you to take a moment. Step back from the noise. Sit with the stillness. See what stories come to you when you aren’t rushing to find them. You might be surprised what shows up when you’re really quiet. Thanks for reading — I hope this little insight helps you find your own stories in the quiet moments.