One of the most wonderful memories I have in life is of rain. Growing up in Northern California, my mom would crack the window…let the cool air in and tell me, “Listen to the rain…Just listen to the rain…” It’s a wonderful reminder to slow down and to lift up your eyes and open up your ears to what’s around you. So stop. Watch. Listen. You will be inspired to do it again and again….

From OWN: Award-winning photographer Robin Layton brings her eye for natural beauty to OWN with a short meant to inspire quiet and introspection.

Read more: http://www.oprah.com/own-own-shorts/OWN-Original-Shorts-RainListen#ixzz1fpnSjv8t