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| | | | | Some people can feel uncomfortable in silent spaces, while others (like me) love it. In our constantly noisy world, it may feel challenging to find silence. However, it's essential to turn off the sound as often as you can — your mental and physical well-being may depend on it! | | Let's take a look at some solid reasons to find quiet time, plus real-world tips on how to make it happen. | | | | | | | Be well,
Morgan Mandriota
Newsletter Editor, Healthline |  | | Written by Morgan Mandriota
March 16, 2026 • 2 min read | | | | | | | |
| |  | | | | The potential perks of peace and quiet | | Research suggests that silence may support your health in different ways, including but not limited to: | - reducing blood pressure
- improving concentration and focus
- lowering cortisol levels
- calming racing thoughts
- stimulating brain growth
- encouraging creativity and mindfulness
| | We recognize that achieving total silence may not be possible for many people, such as parents, caregivers, and those living in noisy buildings or bustling cities. However, it's possible to reduce the volume to try to reap these benefits. | | Here are some ways that you can get more quiet in your life: | - Make your vehicle a noise-free zone by avoiding playing music or podcasts.
- Remove your earbuds and listen to nature sounds when out for a walk.
- Begin your day before the rest of your house wakes up.
- Reduce background distractions by wearing noise-cancelling headphones.
- Start small by aiming for just 2 minutes of silence each day.
| | There's a reason for the old saying, "Silence is golden." With a little practice, it can become a nourishing part of your life. Your body and mind will thank you for it! | | | | 🤫 Chime in: Do you enjoy silence or does it make you uncomfortable? Let us know at wellnesswire@healthline.com. | | | | | | | | | Support your mental well-being | | | | | | |  | | Sign Up for Our Thinking Aloud Newsletter | | Take care of your mental health just as you would your physical health — with our help. Every Monday, you'll receive tips and expert-backed resources that can support you along your journey. Our team's personal experiences with therapy, coping skills, and related anxiety and depression topics will hopefully help you feel seen and heard. | | | Every product we recommend has gone through either Healthline's or Optum Now's vetting processes. If you buy through links on this page, we may receive a small commission or other tangible benefit. Healthline has sole editorial control over this newsletter. Potential uses for the products listed here are not health claims made by the manufacturers. Healthline and Optum Now are owned by RVO Health. | | | | | | | | | | | |   | | | | | | | | Until next time, |  | Take care of yourself, and we'll see
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