Breaking the silence...

Chris19h · 06-24-2009, 09:06 AM

I am sitting here writing some articles, updating a few sites but the silence is killing me! I dont know what to do. I have tried listening to music but i find that almost to distracting, or i never like the songs. I have tried having the T.V. on in the background, but i get distracted and start to watch.

What are some ways you "break the silence"?

goalpower · 06-24-2009, 09:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chris19h

I am sitting here writing some articles, updating a few sites but the silence is killing me! I dont know what to do. I have tried listening to music but i find that almost to distracting, or i never like the songs. I have tried having the T.V. on in the background, but i get distracted and start to watch.

What are some ways you "break the silence"?

I find some new age music on yahoo radio and listen to that. You can usually find some relaxing music there, that can put you in trance - and I end up working more focused.

Steve Meade

JasonC.biz · 06-24-2009, 09:29 AM

Maybe try some different music.

When I want some background noise, but am doing something I don't want to be distracted from, I like Native American flute music. There are several artists I like better, but R. Carlos Nakai's solo flute CDs work well for this, for me. The melodies tend to blend into the background and are less distracting than other artists (who I actually like better). Canyon Trilogy, Earth Spirit, and Mythic Dreamer are good ones for this. Many of his other CDs also have piano, guitar, etc. and tend to be more distracting.

Another option is ambient music. I know very little about this genre, but there are plenty of pieces that are good for non-distracting background sounds. There's generally no real melody to follow - just blending tones and sound textures.

For me the key to this is an undefined melody and no lyrics. With a strong melody and/or lyrics, it's easy to start humming or singing along - which is the distraction.

Now, I'll admit that both of these are geared more for low energy, relaxing time. If you need something with high energy to motivate you, then these suggestions may not be appropriate for you.

Hope that helps,
Jason

Chris19h · 06-24-2009, 09:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JasonC.biz

Maybe try some different music.

When I want some background noise, but am doing something I don't want to be distracted from, I like Native American flute music. There are several artists I like better, but R. Carlos Nakai's solo flute CDs work well for this, for me. The melodies tend to blend into the background and are less distracting than other artists (who I actually like better). Canyon Trilogy, Earth Spirit, and Mythic Dreamer are good ones for this. Many of his other CDs also have piano, guitar, etc. and tend to be more distracting.

Another option is ambient music. I know very little about this genre, but there are plenty of pieces that are good for non-distracting background sounds. There's generally no real melody to follow - just blending tones and sound textures.

For me the key to this is an undefined melody and no lyrics. With a strong melody and/or lyrics, it's easy to start humming or singing along - which is the distraction.

Now, I'll admit that both of these are geared more for low energy, relaxing time. If you need something with high energy to motivate you, then these suggestions may not be appropriate for you.

Hope that helps,
Jason

Should have clarified, i am looking for something a bit more "motivating".

Thanks for all the great responses so far, keep them coming.

DesignWarrior · 06-24-2009, 10:02 AM

This may seem crazy (and I promise I am not) though what seems to help me the most is to actually talk out loud. Actually speaking the words and hearing them reinforces what I am doing and lets me think more clearly on the topic. Its a great silence breaker and really helps me to get writing, although I don't recommend doing so while there are other people in the next room, who are willing to judge "The man who speaks to himself". Sending you positive writing vibes...DW

Woody Crenshaw · 06-24-2009, 10:50 AM

Guns n' Roses - Appetite for Destruction

or

Techno plus caffeine (usually a coffee/energy drink)

Works everytime.

Harry Behrens · 06-24-2009, 11:04 AM

The trick is to find the music that will make you get focused and energetic. There's absolutely no way to know what that is for you personally; it's different for everyone. Try a lot of different music, even music you'd never ever think to listen to normally and sooner or later you'll hit upon one that does that for you. For me its a mix of The Corrs' Celtic instrumentals, some Norah Jones and some Yann Tiersen (think a lot of accordions, pianos and percussion going at a very fast and rhythmic pace).

You also have to listen to it a lot, the more you listen to the same piece of music the more it stops being entertainment and the more it starts to become a sort of 'filter' to keep out stray thoughts.

Oh yeah, and coffee. Lots of coffee

Chris19h · 06-25-2009, 07:54 AM

Thanks for all the great responses, i tired a few out yesterday, still have not found that winner! I have tried caffeine, but i am trying to stop using it. It does work, but it has an awful effect on my stomach.

Anyone got some other motivational silence breakers?

Global Greg · 06-25-2009, 08:00 AM

Throw on some rap music in which they
rap about making 100's a millions.

This always motivates me.

The beat is loud and keeps you awake and
the thoughts of bentleys and money keep
you striving.

I'm sure its not something that many of you
care for.... but its what keeps me going
and making money!!

Kay King · 06-25-2009, 08:06 AM

Usually, I enjoy the silence. On days when I don't I use three things - a fan (white noise), brainwaves cd's (help with focus), or turn on the TV in another room where I hear something but it's background rather than distraction. I can't listen to music while I work because I end up listening rather than focusing on work.

Another possibility you might try is a noise machine (about $20 or so) that can give you a background of rain, or waves or whatever. Sometimes too much quiet is distracting and a background noise is all you need.

kay

shirland · 06-25-2009, 08:26 AM

I like the silence because then I am not distracted and can remain focused on the tasks at hand. I am like you when I have the TV I get caught up in a show waste of 1 hour. I do listen to motivating CD and take a break at hourly intervals. I prefer productivity as opposed to filling in the silence.

webmatic · 06-25-2009, 10:45 AM

I hate silence and its just because i am too much talkative and people wish that i keep myself silent lol so its like i don't keep myself silent even when i am sleeping, i talk in dreams

so i don't need to break it all. Just hang out and talk to your friends or family members and you can easily break it

Thanks
Webmatic

TravisWrites · 06-25-2009, 11:26 AM

First, I'm glad to find out that there are other people who talk to themselves out loud. Really helps me, especially when I'm reading something I don't understand. Second, I don't put some music on when I'm working/writing. Gets me distracted. And last, may I suggest that you try to "love the silence" instead of breaking it. Try working when everything is quiet. You'll find yourself more "sensitive" about what you're doing. Works for me

Cheers!

clubvikram · 06-29-2009, 02:37 AM

I agree even i like the silence since it is more conducive for the creative work that i do. Distractions like music , some body talking is not some thing i would prefer in the background rather a silent background enhances my focus and results are better.

JaneBY · 06-29-2009, 03:55 AM

Maybe try radio... Or you can find somebody to speak in the Internet (I mean ICQ and so on)....it won't be irretating and noisy and but still helps to creat an illusion of somebody's presence=)))

igorhelpsyousucceed · 06-29-2009, 08:58 AM

Get out of the house.

The noise, wind, fresh air and a pair
of old people gossiping on the bench
will definitely break your silence.

Igor

EmmaJames · 06-29-2009, 10:26 AM

I use the i-tunes radio and listen to some
music that is completely out of the norm
for me.

It breaks me out of that mood and I'm
up and running.

rivulguy · 06-30-2009, 07:47 PM

I just get up and go for a walk. That doesn't necessarily break the silence, but any change is good - and listening to the sounds of nature always helps me.

Ciara Mac Mahon · 07-02-2009, 04:57 AM

Hi Chris, if possible, get outside for sounds of nature, can you open a window, do you live in a city / countryside? How about recorded nature sounds, not everyone's cup of tea but relaxing & refreshing for some.

jvwinwin · 07-03-2009, 04:13 AM

What's nice is to have a little indoor water fountain... sound of trickling water is very soothing plus according to Chinese Fengshui, it's good for business

Mike Shain · 07-03-2009, 05:37 PM

I like the silence... I have nothing but the ringing in my ears, the clock on the wall and the fish tank sitting behind me.

Ofcourse the problem there is the running water in the fish tank causes me to make a few more trips to the bathroom.

In your case it sounds like the silence is just as distracting as trying to listen to music or the tv. Sounds like you are bored or getting a little burned out for the day or the task at hand.

Take a break, check your stats (assuming you are making money) to remind you of the sales you are trying to make. Listen to a few minutes of Zig Ziglar or Tony Robbins or other motivational speaker.

If all else fails you can start talking to yourself to break the silence - I find myself doing that a lot.

06-24-2009, 09:06 AM	#1
Chris19h Active Warrior Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Florida Posts: 51 Thanks: 1 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Breaking the silence... I am sitting here writing some articles, updating a few sites but the silence is killing me! I dont know what to do. I have tried listening to music but i find that almost to distracting, or i never like the songs. I have tried having the T.V. on in the background, but i get distracted and start to watch. What are some ways you "break the silence"?
	“Speak little, do much” --Benjamin Franklin

06-24-2009, 09:29 AM	#3
JasonC.biz Active Warrior Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: 37 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Re: Breaking the silence... Maybe try some different music. When I want some background noise, but am doing something I don't want to be distracted from, I like Native American flute music. There are several artists I like better, but R. Carlos Nakai's solo flute CDs work well for this, for me. The melodies tend to blend into the background and are less distracting than other artists (who I actually like better). Canyon Trilogy, Earth Spirit, and Mythic Dreamer are good ones for this. Many of his other CDs also have piano, guitar, etc. and tend to be more distracting. Another option is ambient music. I know very little about this genre, but there are plenty of pieces that are good for non-distracting background sounds. There's generally no real melody to follow - just blending tones and sound textures. For me the key to this is an undefined melody and no lyrics. With a strong melody and/or lyrics, it's easy to start humming or singing along - which is the distraction. Now, I'll admit that both of these are geared more for low energy, relaxing time. If you need something with high energy to motivate you, then these suggestions may not be appropriate for you. Hope that helps, Jason

06-24-2009, 10:02 AM	#5
DesignWarrior Warrior Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 19 Thanks: 6 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Re: Breaking the silence... This may seem crazy (and I promise I am not) though what seems to help me the most is to actually talk out loud. Actually speaking the words and hearing them reinforces what I am doing and lets me think more clearly on the topic. Its a great silence breaker and really helps me to get writing, although I don't recommend doing so while there are other people in the next room, who are willing to judge "The man who speaks to himself". Sending you positive writing vibes...DW

06-24-2009, 10:50 AM	#6
Woody Crenshaw Info-Product Alchemist War Room Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: SC Posts: 310 Thanks: 15 Thanked 46 Times in 33 Posts Social Networking	Re: Breaking the silence... Guns n' Roses - Appetite for Destruction or Techno plus caffeine (usually a coffee/energy drink) Works everytime.

06-24-2009, 11:04 AM	#7
Harry Behrens HyperActive Warrior Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Caracas, Venezuela Posts: 310 Thanks: 119 Thanked 162 Times in 68 Posts Social Networking Contact Info	Re: Breaking the silence... The trick is to find the music that will make you get focused and energetic. There's absolutely no way to know what that is for you personally; it's different for everyone. Try a lot of different music, even music you'd never ever think to listen to normally and sooner or later you'll hit upon one that does that for you. For me its a mix of The Corrs' Celtic instrumentals, some Norah Jones and some Yann Tiersen (think a lot of accordions, pianos and percussion going at a very fast and rhythmic pace). You also have to listen to it a lot, the more you listen to the same piece of music the more it stops being entertainment and the more it starts to become a sort of 'filter' to keep out stray thoughts. Oh yeah, and coffee. Lots of coffee
	- Harry Behrens

06-25-2009, 07:54 AM	#8
Chris19h Active Warrior Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Florida Posts: 51 Thanks: 1 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Re: Breaking the silence... Thanks for all the great responses, i tired a few out yesterday, still have not found that winner! I have tried caffeine, but i am trying to stop using it. It does work, but it has an awful effect on my stomach. Anyone got some other motivational silence breakers?
	“Speak little, do much” --Benjamin Franklin

06-25-2009, 08:00 AM	#9
Global Greg Active Warrior War Room Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 70 Thanks: 2 Thanked 14 Times in 5 Posts	Re: Breaking the silence... Throw on some rap music in which they rap about making 100's a millions. This always motivates me. The beat is loud and keeps you awake and the thoughts of bentleys and money keep you striving. I'm sure its not something that many of you care for.... but its what keeps me going and making money!!
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06-25-2009, 08:06 AM	#10
Kay King Senior Warrior Member War Room Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Gulf Coast, USA. Posts: 11,317 Thanks: 297 Thanked 738 Times in 452 Posts	Re: Breaking the silence... Usually, I enjoy the silence. On days when I don't I use three things - a fan (white noise), brainwaves cd's (help with focus), or turn on the TV in another room where I hear something but it's background rather than distraction. I can't listen to music while I work because I end up listening rather than focusing on work. Another possibility you might try is a noise machine (about $20 or so) that can give you a background of rain, or waves or whatever. Sometimes too much quiet is distracting and a background noise is all you need. kay

06-25-2009, 08:26 AM	#11
shirland Inner Power Revealer Join Date: May 2009 Location: Florida Posts: 51 Thanks: 16 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts Social Networking	Re: Breaking the silence... I like the silence because then I am not distracted and can remain focused on the tasks at hand. I am like you when I have the TV I get caught up in a show waste of 1 hour. I do listen to motivating CD and take a break at hourly intervals. I prefer productivity as opposed to filling in the silence.
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06-25-2009, 10:45 AM	#12
webmatic HyperActive Warrior Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 216 Thanks: 7 Thanked 11 Times in 11 Posts	Re: Breaking the silence... I hate silence and its just because i am too much talkative and people wish that i keep myself silent lol so its like i don't keep myself silent even when i am sleeping, i talk in dreams so i don't need to break it all. Just hang out and talk to your friends or family members and you can easily break it Thanks Webmatic

06-25-2009, 11:26 AM	#13
TravisWrites The Warrior Dad Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 59 Thanks: 7 Thanked 9 Times in 9 Posts	Re: Breaking the silence... First, I'm glad to find out that there are other people who talk to themselves out loud. Really helps me, especially when I'm reading something I don't understand. Second, I don't put some music on when I'm working/writing. Gets me distracted. And last, may I suggest that you try to "love the silence" instead of breaking it. Try working when everything is quiet. You'll find yourself more "sensitive" about what you're doing. Works for me Cheers!
	Travis

06-29-2009, 02:37 AM	#14
clubvikram HyperActive Warrior War Room Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: , , . Posts: 250 Thanks: 12 Thanked 13 Times in 12 Posts	Re: Breaking the silence... I agree even i like the silence since it is more conducive for the creative work that i do. Distractions like music , some body talking is not some thing i would prefer in the background rather a silent background enhances my focus and results are better.
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06-29-2009, 03:55 AM	#15
JaneBY Warrior Member Join Date: May 2009 Posts: 7 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Breaking the silence... Maybe try radio... Or you can find somebody to speak in the Internet (I mean ICQ and so on)....it won't be irretating and noisy and but still helps to creat an illusion of somebody's presence=)))
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06-30-2009, 07:47 PM	#18
rivulguy Warrior Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Hartville, Ohio Posts: 14 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Social Networking Contact Info	Re: Breaking the silence... I just get up and go for a walk. That doesn't necessarily break the silence, but any change is good - and listening to the sounds of nature always helps me.

07-02-2009, 04:57 AM	#19
Ciara Mac Mahon Active Warrior War Room Member Join Date: May 2009 Posts: 31 Thanks: 7 Thanked 4 Times in 4 Posts	Re: Breaking the silence... Hi Chris, if possible, get outside for sounds of nature, can you open a window, do you live in a city / countryside? How about recorded nature sounds, not everyone's cup of tea but relaxing & refreshing for some.

07-03-2009, 04:13 AM	#20
jvwinwin Warrior Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Posts: 17 Thanks: 0 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts	Re: Breaking the silence... What's nice is to have a little indoor water fountain... sound of trickling water is very soothing plus according to Chinese Fengshui, it's good for business

07-03-2009, 05:37 PM	#21
Mike Shain HyperActive Warrior War Room Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Illinois Posts: 328 Thanks: 99 Thanked 50 Times in 43 Posts	Re: Breaking the silence... I like the silence... I have nothing but the ringing in my ears, the clock on the wall and the fish tank sitting behind me. Ofcourse the problem there is the running water in the fish tank causes me to make a few more trips to the bathroom. In your case it sounds like the silence is just as distracting as trying to listen to music or the tv. Sounds like you are bored or getting a little burned out for the day or the task at hand. Take a break, check your stats (assuming you are making money) to remind you of the sales you are trying to make. Listen to a few minutes of Zig Ziglar or Tony Robbins or other motivational speaker. If all else fails you can start talking to yourself to break the silence - I find myself doing that a lot.
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