People cringe when they hear the word "meditation." It's so spiritual, right? How about if they heard "silence" instead? Parents tell their children to hush; teachers instruct their students to quiet down; movie goers respectfully turn off their conversations and cell phones. Clearly, silence has value. A 10-day silent retreat transformed not just my perspective, but also my future. I'd like to share that experience with you today. Who knows, it could motivate you to step into uncharted territories, or simply boost your confidence at work. Either way, you will find a new expression of yourself begin to emerge. So why not give silence a try?