Let’s talk about something wildly underrated: rest. Real rest. Not the kind you cram into the five minutes before a Zoom call or the kind you feel guilty for taking because your inbox is overflowing. I’m talking about deep, intentional rest, the kind that only comes when you decide to do less. Not once. Not just on Sundays. But as a way of living. I used to think rest was something you earned. Like a prize for making it to the end of your to-do list (spoiler: that list never ends). I measured my...
May 26, 2025•14 min
There’s a particular kind of magic that settles over the world this time of year. Maybe you’ve felt it too, that gentle call to exhale , to let things soften a little. To stop chasing the next thing and instead linger in the moment, barefoot in the garden with dirt under your nails and absolutely no idea where your phone is (and honestly, not caring either). Summer has its own rhythm. She doesn’t rush. She unfurls. She shows up unapologetically, sun-kissed, slightly overgrown, humming with bees ...
May 12, 2025•15 min
When I look around online all I ever see is the traditional depiction of a homestead. People living in the countryside, surrounded by fields, with their own land, maybe some chickens and ample space to grow and live. But let’s be honest, that isn’t the reality for most of us, and the thing is I used to think that was my dream too. Until I actually refocused my vision and focused on where I am at right now. It was then that I realised I have everything I want, that the other influences weren’t ac...
May 05, 2025•26 min
If you had asked me a few years ago what my secret to success was, I’d have told you, hands down, that it was productivity. I was obsessed. I mean, who wasn’t? The hustle culture was in full swing, and I bought into it whole heartedly. If I wasn’t ticking things off my to do list, I felt like I wasn’t doing enough, like I wasn’t good enough. Every moment of my day was crammed with tasks, plans, and deadlines. My life was a race, and I was determined to keep running. But here’s the thing: I wasn’...
Apr 28, 2025•17 min
In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to feel disconnected from the natural rhythms that have guided humanity for centuries. With artificial lighting, technology, and a never-ending stream of tasks, we’ve lost touch with the cycles of nature, the changing seasons, the ebb and flow of life that comes with each shift in the weather. Join me for Show Notes & more: Join me on Substack Join me on Instagram To hear more, visit theslowlivingcollective.substack.com...
Apr 21, 2025•22 min
A fair few years ago, I thought I had it all figured out. I’d made a vow to slow down, to simplify, to live intentionally. I was going to build this beautiful, peaceful life where every moment was carefully curated, where every meal was from scratch, every chore was perfectly executed, and every season was embraced in its full, slow living glory. Sounds dreamy, right? But here’s the kicker: trying to create the perfect slow life made me feel anything but slow. It was like I was chasing this idea...
Apr 14, 2025•22 min
Have you ever found yourself breathless at the end of a day, not from running, but from the pace of life itself? When every tick of the clock feels like a deadline, and your to do list doesn’t end, it just replenishes? Join me for Show Notes & more: Join me on Substack Join me on Instagram To hear more, visit theslowlivingcollective.substack.com...
Apr 07, 2025•31 min
I am so excited you’re here today because we are diving into one of my absolute favourite things - growing your own food, even if you’ve only got a tiny space to work with. Now, if you’re thinking, “Yeah, but I don’t have a garden,” let me stop you right there. You don’t need one! For five years, I gardened exclusively on my balcony before I got my allotment, and even now, my little balcony garden is still going strong. I’ve grown just about everything you can imagine: herbs, leafy greens, tomat...
Mar 31, 2025•35 min
Spring has a way of making us want to throw open the windows, clear out the junk drawer, and scrub every surface until it gleams. There’s something about the longer days and lighter evenings that stirs up the urge for a fresh start. But while we’re wiping down shelves and hauling out bags of donations, how often do we think about the clutter we can’t see? I’m talking about the emotional and mental mess, the overwhelm, the overcommitting, the perfectionism that quietly weighs us down. The things ...
Mar 24, 2025•43 min
As winter slowly loosens its grip at long last and the first whispers of spring have been noticable, we find ourselves at a moment of quiet transformation. The shift from one season to the next is more than just a change in weather it’s an invitation to realign, refresh, and embrace the gentle energy of renewal. I love the transition from winter to spring (and also summer to autumn), there seems to be so many marked and obvious changes compared to around the two solstices. I think we really feel...
Mar 17, 2025•23 min
When Living Your Truth Challenges Others Have you ever made a lifestyle choice - like slowing down, home educating, or growing your own food, only to have someone react defensively? Maybe they make a passive aggressive comment, question your decision, or act like your way of living is a personal attack on theirs. If so, you’re not alone. Many people experience pushback when they choose a different path, especially when it challenges mainstream norms. But why does this happen? And more importantl...
Mar 10, 2025•36 min
Can you feel it? The mornings are getting lighter, the air smells fresher, and there’s this quiet hum of energy in the world around us. Spring is waking up and with it, the urge to do all the things kicks in. We start making bigger to-do lists, filling up our schedules, and before we know it, we’re sprinting through the season instead of soaking it in. But what if we did things differently this year? What if, instead of speeding up, we leaned into the gentle, unhurried rhythm of spring? In today...
Mar 03, 2025•47 min
Parenting is a juggling act, isn’t it? There are endless to-do lists, work, school activities, social commitments, extra-curricular activities, not to mention alongside managing a home, it often feels like there’s no room to breathe. The busier life gets, the easier it is to lose sight of what truly matters. This is where simplifying family life comes in. Simplifying isn’t about cutting out everything or living like a minimalist monk — it’s about intentionally creating a life that feels aligned ...
Feb 24, 2025•28 min
If you’ve ever hesitated to embrace a slower lifestyle because you’re worried about being seen as lazy, you’re not alone, it is for some reasons a really common misconception about what it means to live a slow and simple life. In a culture that celebrates overachievement and constant hustle, slow living can feel like rebellion. The idea of slowing down, of doing less to live more intentionally, is often misunderstood. But let’s clear this up right now: slow living isn’t lazy, it’s purposeful, em...
Feb 17, 2025•33 min
Let’s be real: life feels like it’s running on double speed most days. Deadlines loom, notifications buzz constantly and the endless to-do list seems to grow by the hour. In this fast-paced world, we’re told that busyness equals worthiness. But here’s the secret no one’s shouting: slowing down might just be the most productive thing you can do . Slowness isn’t about doing less though, it’s about doing things with more intention, presence, and joy. It’s about letting go of the pressure to keep up...
Feb 10, 2025•59 min
I’ve been working in creative industries for over 20 years now, and there’s one thing that always seems to come up is this idea that creators should work for free. It’s a concept that’s been normalised over so many years, but the truth is, it’s not just frustrating to live with, it’s unsustainable. If you’re offering a service, whether it’s a product, a lesson, or a piece of content, that time and expertise needs to be valued. Find me on Substack: The Slow Living Collective Follow me on Instagra...
Feb 03, 2025•51 min
Is it spending your days curled up with a book in a cozy cottage? Living off the grid, away from the demands of modern life? Or maybe just sitting around, doing absolutely nothing? Let’s be real for quick moment - when I first heard about slow living, I immediately pictured someone in a countryside cottage, sipping tea all day, completely detached from the chaos of the world. And honestly? It sounded dreamy but totally unrealistic for someone like me. If you’re nodding along, you’re not alone. M...
Jan 27, 2025•39 min
Not too long ago, I found myself caught up in the whirlwind of hustle culture. I was trapped in the relentless cycle of needing to do more, be more, and achieve more, convinced that if I didn’t push myself every second, I’d fall behind. If you didn’t catch my episode (and post) on how my MLM Wake-Up Call That Inspired My Slow Living Lifestyle , then be sure to check it out. Long story short, feeling the weight of neverending tasks, a to do list and being so entrenched in hustle culture, I felt l...
Jan 20, 2025•34 min
It’s January 1st. The world feels full of promise, doesn’t it? There’s something about the clean slate of a brand new year that has us buzzing with excitement. You wake up feeling like anything is possible. You’ve spent hours reflecting, organising, and setting goals, maybe even planning how this year will be different from all the others. Join me for Show Notes & more: Join me on Substack Join me on Instagram To hear more, visit theslowlivingcollective.substack.com...
Jan 13, 2025•1 hr 3 min
The air feels heavy, doesn’t it? January hits, and suddenly, the world demands that we revamp our lives overnight. New Year’s resolutions come knocking like an uninvited guest, offering promises of transformation but if only we commit to them perfectly. But here’s a radical thought: what if we didn’t? What if the pressure to fix ourselves wasn’t crammed into the coldest, darkest part of the year? (or at all, but that’s another post for another day) Instead, what if we embraced a gentler rhythm, ...
Jan 06, 2025•23 min
In the fast-paced, achievement-driven world of business, stepping away from the grind can feel counterintuitive. Yet, this is precisely the journey I undertook, a deliberate transition from the relentless hustle of multilevel marketing (MLM) to a life rooted in intention, simplicity, and slow living. This is not just a personal evolution; it is a profound reconnection with what truly matters. The Allure and Pitfalls of Hustle Culture The MLM model promised everything I thought I needed: independ...
Dec 30, 2024•45 min
I know it’s not everyone’s favourite time of year, but if you listen closely winter whispers a little invitation to slow down. It’s almost like it’s the most natural thing of all to follow the seasons in our lives, as nature nudges us to hit pause, breathe deeply, and sink into a season of stillness. If you’re new here ( or new to seasonal living ) here we talk about it all: how we can embrace a little more slowness and simplicity in our lives, imperfectly, and how, when we really look for it, a...
Dec 23, 2024•29 min
The festive season is upon us once again: a time often filled with joy, connection, and celebration. Yet, for many, it also brings stress, overwhelm, and a nagging sense of being stretched too thin. If you've ever longed for a simpler, slower, and more mindful Christmas, you're not alone. Mindfulness during the holidays isn’t about doing less for the sake of it; it’s about creating space to enjoy the moments that matter truly to you. Let’s explore how you can embrace a more intentional, mindful ...
Dec 16, 2024•30 min
It’s been a month (actually, it’s been a year if I am honest) and I come to you today off the back of losing my Grandad. I recorded this episode before we lost him and I just haven’t had the headspace to put anything out into the world. And previously I would have stressed about this, trying to balance all the things, but instead I just let everything go and do what I needed to do for myself. How to Embrace a Simple and Intentional Christmas I don’t know about you but sometimes I find Christmas ...
Dec 02, 2024•34 min
Welcome to another episode of The Slow Living Collective podcast. This week I am delighted to welcome Fi from Reiki & Rewild, a Reiki guide & Slow Living coach , who has come to discuss all things seasonal living with me. Now I have to be honest, Seasonal living might just be one of my favourite topics, because I truly believe that once you embrace living seasonally it becomes the gateway for truly being able to embrace a slow and simple life. The reasons for this? Well, living sesonally...
Nov 11, 2024•56 min
Is it too early to talk about Christmas? Maybe, but I am going for it anyway. A slower, simpler Christmas doesn’t mean missing out on the joy and fun — it actually means intentionally choosing what matters most to you and letting go of the stress that usually comes along for the ride. Whether it’s baking cookies with the family, spending an evening in cosy pyjamas watching your favourite Netflix Christmas movies, or opting for meaningful, handmade gifts instead of running yourself ragged at gett...
Nov 04, 2024•34 min
Let’s talk about something that has been life-changing for me and, I’m guessing, might feel like a breath of fresh air for you too: combining slow living with running a business. The idea of “slow business” can sound a little strange in today’s fast-paced, hustle-driven world, but let’s be honest – there’s nothing sustainable or fulfilling about burning out just to keep up. Instead, I believe it’s about creating a life and business that flows with intention, aligning with what truly matters to y...
Oct 28, 2024•57 min
The promise of unlimited income and flexible hours had me believing I was on the path to a dream life. Spoiler alert: it wasn’t that simple. Like so many, I was sold on the dream of ‘make money from home’, to live life on my own terms, building my ‘own’ business from the ground up, being my own boss, and creating a life of both financial and time freedom. It sounded like true freedom, but it turned out to be anything but. To hear more, visit theslowlivingcollective.substack.com...
Oct 21, 2024•45 min
Whether you’ve got kids or not, or whether you’re team traditional school or a home educating pro, there’s something super fascinating about the idea of kids learning naturally, outside the conventional classroom setting. It’s not just about education, it’s about rethinking how we approach growth, curiosity, and creativity in every part of life. Check out the shownotes: Find me on Instagram: @theslowlivingcollective Join me on Substack: The Slow Living Collective Download the Busy Person's Guide...
Oct 14, 2024•1 hr 7 min
Why Seasonal Eating matters to us I talk about eating seasonally quite a lot, and it’s something we make a priority in our home, but what actually is seasonal eating ? Seasonal eating is simply about consuming fresh, local foods that are in season in our locality, and this will look different for everyone, depending on where you live. When we eat seasonally we are about to enjoy fruits and vegetables at their peak, both in terms of their taste but also at their peak of their nutritional value to...
Oct 07, 2024•24 min
