Silence as Medicine: Rich Lewis on Centering Prayer, Fear, and Daily Stillness

In this episode of Inner Peace, Better Health, host Shreya welcomes Rich Lewis, author of Sitting With God. Rich shares how centering prayer, journaling, gratitude, and affirmations serve as pathways to deeper self-awareness and healing. He opens up about overcoming limiting beliefs rooted in fear and how small daily doses of silence can lead to significant personal transformation. Listeners will gain practical insights into starting a meditation practice, breaking free from anxiety, and letting silence be a teacher in the noisy chaos of modern life. About the Guest: Rich Lewis is a speaker, coach, and author of Sitting With God. For over a decade, he has practiced and taught centering prayer, a silent form of meditation that helps individuals connect with their true selves and the divine. Rich complements his practice with journaling, gratitude, and affirmations to foster spiritual and personal growth. Key Takeaways: There’s no such thing as a bad meditation—just show up. Start with 5 minutes of daily silence and build consistency. Journaling and gratitude complement centering prayer and foster clarity. Letting go of fear is essential to unlocking one’s true potential. Silence is not emptiness; it’s a gateway to inner wisdom and peace. Connect with Rich Lewis: Visit: silenceteaches.com Get a free eBook on centering prayer when subscribing. Want to be a guest on Inner Peace, Better Health? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatch DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik Tune to all our 15 podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/healthymindbyavik Subscribe To Newsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/ Join Community: https://nas.io/healthymind Stay Tuned And Follow Us! • YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@healthymind-healthylife • Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/healthyminds.pod • Threads – https://www.threads.net/@healthyminds.pod • Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/podcast.healthymind • LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/reemachatterjee/ | https://www.linkedin.com/in/avikchakrabortypodcaster #podmatch #healthymind #healthymindbyavik #wellness