10 Essential Tips: How to Enjoy Life and Slow Down

Simply + Fiercely

There’s no denying we live in a fast-paced world with endless to-do lists, appointments, and responsibilities.

Trust me, I get it—with young children and a small business to run, I’m right there with you! Some days there’s barely enough time for all the things we have to do.

After a decade of experimenting with simple and intentional living, I’ve learned there are simple ways to slow things down. Here are 10  real-world tips for less stress and more joy in our daily lives.

In this case, I’m not talking about saying “no” to other people (although that’s often a good idea as well!). Instead, I’m talking about creating your own mental boundaries.

Set clear boundaries

If you feel the need to slow down a busy day, one of the quickest and easiest things you can do is make the intentional decision to disconnect for a while.

Unplug and switch off

It might not seem like much, but the sum of these little rituals combined added a rhythm to my day that helped me to slow down and enjoy my time as a new mum a bit more.

Practice simple rituals

I’ve found that taking even a quick five minutes to stretch, do a few yoga poses, or take a short walk can do wonders for your well-being.

Move your body

List writing, on the other hand, makes it easier to decide what to write about (which is especially important when you’re shifting from a fast pace to a slower one).

Write a list  (or two!)

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