simple ways to embrace slow living

throughout this year, i have been writing about how i want to embrace ‘slow living’. when i look back, we traveled/had plans almost every weekend from march through july. in august, i launched a new business and re-branded this space. september was so good for the soul, especially with parks starting toddler school. a few hours a week alone for a wahm + sahm was much needed. i love to travel and usually get the itch after too long… but at the same time, it usually leaves me feeling burnt out and craving time at home. lately, i am trying to practice more of the lifestyle i yearn for- as i stop glorifying busy and implement everyday practices that promote relationships, my faith and mindfulness. november is going to bring lots of trips so i am trying to really take in october… 

simple ways /

01. try growing something 

02. divide your tasks into ten minute intervals

03. add more greenery to your home

04. be thankful, calm and patient 

05. yoga / meditation 

06. take a nap / sleep when tired / cuddle up with a blanket and watch a timeless movie 

07. eat breakfast without checking your phone 

08. call someone you love 

09. light a candle / enjoy a candlelit dinner with others (all about this pretty little fawn candle by craft + foster)

10. have a girl’s night in 

11. open the curtains for natural light + make your bed 

12. check your phone + computer at designated times of the day and de-clutter your workspace 

13. wear your favorite perfume or make your favorite meal 

14. detox from technology one day a week 

15. wake up with a morning routine and slow down your evening with a night ritual 

simplify 

know your priorities

less tv, more reading

no phones at meal time

relax your jaw

inhale

less clutter, more space

more outdoors 

less consuming, more creating

stop over committing 

look around

breathe.

… 

some little ways to practice self-care and embrace the moments 

i am really enjoying a more minimal lifestyle 

a lifestyle that doesn’t mean you have to get rid of everything 

and one that i am still in the process of creating

but one that makes me more aware of the things, the experiences, the priorities in life.

what are your favorite ways to live a purposeful and slow life?