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30 Gentle Habits That Create More Time to Slow Down
Slowing down doesn’t always mean doing less. Sometimes it means doing things more gently, with rhythm and intention. In this post, I’m sharing 30 simple, calming habits that help create time pockets in your day — not for more hustle, but for rest, breathing room, and the joy of being present. These aren’t hustle hacks — they’re gentle rituals for real life. From wiping down the bathroom mirror while the shower warms, to setting a 10-minute evening tidy timer, these small shifts add up to something bigger: space to live more slowly and intentionally.
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Slow Living for Busy People: 5 Gentle Ways to Embrace a Calmer Life
Slow living isn’t about doing less—it’s about living with more intention. In this gentle guide for busy people, we explore five simple, practical ways to slow down and find calm in the middle of your everyday life. From mindful morning routines to digital boundaries and reconnecting with nature, discover how small shifts can make a big difference. If your days feel rushed or overloaded, this is your reminder that a slower, more grounded life is possible—even right where you are.
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A Slow Summer in Real Life: Creating Realistic Summer Rhythms That Actually Work
What if this summer didn’t have to be perfect or packed with plans? In this post, I’m sharing how we’re creating a gentle, realistic summer rhythm—one that fits around busy family life, brings more calm to our days, and helps us feel present in the middle of the mess. Plus, a free printable to help you find your own flow.
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10 Things I’m Letting Go of This Summer (So I Can Actually Enjoy It)
This summer, I’m letting go of the pressure to do it all. From saying yes too often to chasing perfect moments, I’m choosing rest, ease, and the beauty of ordinary days. Here are 10 things I’m letting go of this summer—for a season that feels truly mine.
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How Slower Travel Helps Our Autistic Teen – Intentional Family Travel That Starts with Calm
Discover how slower travel by ferry from Ireland to France helps our neurodivergent teen—and our whole family—begin our holiday with calm. This post explores our intentional approach to family travel, highlighting the benefits of ferry journeys, traveling with a dog, and creating a peaceful start to our summer adventures.
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Our Calm and Detailed Packing List for a Slow Summer in France
Planning a peaceful family trip to France? Our calm and detailed packing list for a slow summer in France—with two teens, a dog, and a focus on simplicity—shares exactly what we bring (and what we don’t) to make intentional family travel restful, sensory-friendly, and stress-free.
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What Slow and Intentional Travel Looks Like for Us: A Family Guide
Discover what slow and intentional travel looks like for our family as we journey through France by ferry, camper van, and cottage stays. From adapting to our neurodivergent child’s needs to embracing restful routines and meaningful moments, we share how slower, more mindful travel transformed our holidays into joyful, low-stress experiences that truly honour each of us.
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31 Mindful Moments for May
Slow down this season with 31 mindful moments in May — simple, grounding prompts to help you embrace intentional living, reconnect with yourself, and savour the everyday. Includes a free printable to guide your journey through the month.
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Teens in the Kitchen: Easy Beef Tacos for Taco Tuesday
Get teens cooking with this easy beef taco recipe—perfect for building confidence in the kitchen and serving up fun, flavorful family dinners.
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Learning to Be Kinder to Myself: 15 Powerful Lessons That Transformed My Mental Health
Discover how learning to be kinder to myself transformed my mental health, helped me recover from burnout, and brought peace through slow, intentional living.