Slowing (ePub)

An inviting guide to reclaiming your time and discovering the wondrous pleasures of slow living.

What beautiful possibilities await us when we slow down?

In this warm companion for self-discovery, author Rachel Schwartzmann, host of the Slow Stories podcast, invites us to step away from the turmoil of daily life and discover the simple pleasures of living and creating with intention. Her captivating essays reveal how slowing down positively affects our minds, relationships, and work, and contributions from a wide range of luminous voices in art, food, design, and beyond-including Sophia Roe, Leah Thomas, and Jezz Chung-explore the magic that emerges when we intentionally shift our relationship to time, pace, and productivity culture.

Throughout, you'll find simple-to-follow guided practices for creativity, journaling, and introspection to help you discover your true rhythm and moments of wonder. Poignant and timely, Slowing is a balm for the stresses of modern life and a rousing call to experience the beauty and joy of slow living.

SELF-CARE TECHNIQUES: Featuring 52 guided stories-one for every week of the year-this book shares creative practices to cultivate awareness, calm, and joy. Readers can experiment with a wide variety of practices for well-being and find what best fits their lifestyle and needs.

FRESH APPROACH: Combining evocative storytelling, guided reflection prompts, and inspiring design, this book offers a distinctive approach to well-being and provides a simple and authentic way for anyone in need of gentle encouragement and uplifting support to connect and be present.

DIGITAL DETOX: This is a balm for burnout and an antidote to screen time, with smart and practical wisdom for stepping away from technology to care for our minds, bodies, and spirits. Slowing offers an enriching alternative for anyone exhausted by endlessly scrolling and the toxicity of social media, inviting readers to experience the unexpected joys of logging off and slowing down.

MEANINGFUL WELLNESS GIFT: This beautifully designed hardcover book is infinitely giftable to friends, family, partners, co-workers, students, or anyone who needs a gentle pick-me-up.

Perfect for:

• People looking for resources on rest, creativity, and personal growth
• Anyone interested in digital detoxing and stress relief
• Thoughtful get-well, birthday, or friendship gift
• Fans of Wintering, Enchantment, Saving Time, and How to Do Nothing