Slow Living
The Secrets to Slowing Down and Noticing the Simple Joys Anywhere (Decorating Book for Homebodies, Happiness Book)
Inbunden, Engelska, 2023
Av Helena Woods
439 kr
Produktinformation
- Utgivningsdatum2023-05-11
- Mått203 x 257 x 18 mm
- Vikt613 g
- FormatInbunden
- SpråkEngelska
- Antal sidor256
- FörlagMango Media
- ISBN9781684811649
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Helena Woods is a creative storyteller, photographer, Youtuber and blogger. Her first love has always been writing, she’s been writing stories since the age of 7 and has over 60 journals completed. She’s been consistently blogging since 2015 and she currently writes a monthly column for Radiant Life Magazine. She’s been a guest on several podcasts such as the Wild + Awake podcast with Bridget Nielsen, Cozy and Connected podcast, Health & Soul and Spiritual Assholes. She resides in France. You can visit helenawoods.com for more on this author.
- CHAPTER 1 WHAT IS SLOW LIVINGThe myths of slow living + productivityHow we’ve been taught to be happyWhat we’ve been taught to believe success isWe need to define our own successCHAPTER 2 THE FOUNDATIONWhat we learn from death—your time matters/your life is valuable!Your Core ValuesCHAPTER 3 SIMPLICITYEssentialismBoundariesWork + Worth Don’t turn your want-tos into have-tosThe Energy We Consume: cut back/digital detox (and physical stuff)SilenceChapter 4 SLOW LIVING HABITSThe Importance of Slow Routines: Morning & Evening Routines Stop thinking you need to respond ASAP The importance of time in natureLEISURE TIMEFrench Lifestyle (silence, quiet, focus on rest & enjoyment)Pleasure > PerfectionSelf-Care & PamperingAmbition while living slowlyEfficiency and productive livingPresence and MeditationCHAPTER 5 APPRECIATING THE SIMPLE JOYSInspiration of children and importance in having fun / lightnessThe power in seeing life big-picture (zoom out)Follow your excitementsCHAPTER 6 CONNECTING WITH YOUR INTUITIONIntuition vs the egoLosing our connection with ourself.Other people: listening to othersBe Your Own Influence: Self-sovereigntyYour multifaceted selfDeveloping trust and connection with yourself.How to access the inner voice (breathing, gut, presence)Chapter 7 GOING BEYONDAllowing What IsSurrenderStoicismNonattachment – stop trying to force things. Thirsty energy.Patience & Trust: trusting the divine timing of your lifeResilienceCONCLUSION
“I loved the sentiment Helena showed toward nature which allowed me to slow down, breathe, and enjoy visualizing animals that were quite vivid. I loved the vision of the snail and the significance of all of God’s creatures. Thank you, Helena, for allowing me, once again, to enjoy life.”—Janice in France, YouTuber“Deeply inspiring. Helena shares her unique vision for living a beautiful and intentional life. After reading this book, you will feel inspired to go out and connect with nature, pay attention to the little details of your life, and tune into your inner voice.”—Sophie Daquis, Malama Life, YouTuber“Helena’s words speak to your soul. An awakening we all need to live in alignment with our higher being. She shows you that no matter where you are in the world you can take charge of your life and that you have all the tools you need within you. A must-read to feel joy and connection to ourselves that we all crave.”—Sam Fournier, YouTuber“Slow Living is a work of art. The words and advice on slow living in this wonderful book offer peace, insight, reflection, and wisdom to any reader. I observed a sense of calm within myself as I read its pages and appreciated the beautiful pictures. Helena implores us to slow down and cherish the wonder that exists in our world, and in doing so, come back to ourselves. I believe Helena reveals many of the secrets to genuine happiness and life satisfaction within these pages.”—Andrea Henkels, author of Herman Heals His Heart“Helena's book couldn't have come at a better time in an ever-increasingly fast-paced and distracting world. Her sensitivity, thoughtfulness, and intentionality are just what our bruised world needs right now. Slow Living highlights the importance of being present in the moment and coming home to yourself holistically. Full of thoughtful reflection and insight, this book will be a gentle yet essential reminder to reconnect to ourselves, our loved ones, and nature.”—Alanna O’Neil, author of The Art of Picnics and The Outdoor Table“This book is a gentle reminder and guide on how to be present with oneself, with nature, the world around and with ones current stage of life. Following these simple, yet powerful, activities described in this book will lead to a happier outlook on life.”—Bex of The Witches Cookery, YouTuber