# 87: The Power of Slower Living

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Podcast: [Hermit Haven](https://stenobird.com/podcast/hermit-haven-7028561)
Published: 2026-07-15T23:16:41+00:00
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When was the last time you felt like you were fully in your day instead of just trying to get through it? Lately, we've both been craving a slower pace. Not because we want to do less or dream smaller, but because we realized we were spending so much time rushing through life that we weren't fully experiencing it. In this week's episode, we're talking about what slower living has been teaching us. We chat about the pressure to always be busy, why rest can feel strangely uncomfortable, and how we've started making small changes that have brought so much more peace into our days. From slow mornings and reading instead of scrolling to leaving a little more white space in our schedules, we're sharing the little things that have helped us feel more present, more creative, and more connected to the people we love. We've also been realizing something we didn't expect... The more we slow down, the more clearly we can hear ourselves. We make decisions from peace instead of panic. We notice the little moments we used to rush past. We stop reacting to life and start choosing how we want to live it. Because maybe slowing down isn't taking you further away from the life you want. Maybe it's helping you become more present for it. 🤍 In this episode, we chat about: Why being busy isn't always the same as living intentionally. The quiet pressure to always be doing more. How slowing down has changed the way we experience motherhood, work, and everyday life. The unexpected gifts we've found in creating more space. Small, simple ways we're choosing a slower pace without putting our dreams on hold. Why rest, presence, and peace might be exactly what helps you move forward. This week's gentle reminder: You don't have to earn a slower day. You don't have to fill every empty moment. And you…

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