Silence The Noise: Un-Installing Negativity Black Reader Ericka L McKnight’s Ericka wrote “Silence The Noise” because of all the devastating encounters, personal and personally shared stories of others she has heard or been exposed. The Noise is designed to throw us off course and distract us from our God given destiny and talents. Ericka understands that God has a specific plan for your life. Physical, mental, and emotional distress has become a common practice in today’s society. Share Black Reading: