Sameness is Silence

Sameness is Silence

When all the voices blend into one,
the world grows quiet, not with peace,
but with a dullness that stifles growth.

Sameness smooths over edges,
hiding the rough textures that give life depth.
It is a stillness that asks no questions,
offers no new perspectives,
leaves no room for wonder.

In sameness, stories shrink,
colors fade, and the heart
beats a steady, predictable rhythm,
safe, yes, but stagnant.

True life comes with the hum of difference,
the clash and harmony of varied voices,
the dance of ideas that challenge and inspire.

Difference breaks the silence,
fills the air with possibility,
and calls us to listen beyond ourselves.

Sameness may comfort,
but difference creates connection,
the spark that turns strangers into neighbors,
and neighbors into community.

When we welcome difference,
we find our own voices deepen, resonate,
and sing in a chorus larger than any one song.