A high school English teacher's advice to sit in silence for a while has proven valuable. This practice allows the brain to reset and can be beneficial during busy periods. College years, in particular, can be overwhelming with numerous commitments and social activities, leading to burnout.
Sitting in silence can help alleviate this issue. Many people view silent moments as awkward and try to fill the space with conversation. However, taking a few moments to sit in silence, with or without others, can be beneficial.
Further details on the importance of silent moments and how they can help with burnout are available from the source. The advice to take time to sit in silence has been shared as a way to maintain sanity during busy times.
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