Learn to Move in Silence

“Silence is a source of great strength.” – Lao Tzu

Learning to move in silence means you keep your personal and professional plans and next steps private. You might consult a professional as needed, but you do not advertise to the masses. This is important because a jealous person will try to find ways to put up roadblocks between you and your dreams. One thing you never, never discuss with the masses is your sex life and your money.

Moving in silence means you have great plans for work, love, and life. You might study certain topics to educate and prepare yourself. You might start to collect the resources needed to accomplish your dreams. You can write down the steps needed and/or the steps taken. You can even celebrate the large and small wins. But you do it all in SILENCE.

Understand the fact that not everyone in your circle will be happy with your success or want to see you win. People have hidden struggles that make them envious and jealous of others. People have challenges that make them give bad advice or rain on your parade. Overall, beware of the Debbie Downers and potential sabotage.

It is often the person closest to you that can do the most damage. People in your circle are either for you or against you. There is a very little grey area in this area. When you have dreams in life, only share this with people who can directly help you get to where you need to go. This is not meant to say use people to accomplish your goals but carefully understand who you are talking to and how he or she can help you or hurt you.

Moving in silence might mean you only talk to paid professionals who can help you with certain tasks. Do not rely on family and friends who have their only struggles and goals in life that may or may not complement what you are trying to achieve. And you, do not tell total strangers about your plans unless he or she is confirmed to be able to help you.

Moving in silence is important in this world when people post their whole lives on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and other outlets. The best thing to do is to share your wins with a trusted small circle only after you have implemented your plans. Do not open yourself up to the sabotage of haters by advertising your precious dreams to total strangers.

Next Steps: Want more tips and strategies? Check out RL Collins’ latest self-help book, “The Hard Work of Happiness: 50 Life Lessons.”