a blog on all things simple, slow & meaningful
I believe children have an essential role in our lives: not only to fill our hearts and homes with love, laughter, and innocence but also to teach us many valuable insights. If we pay enough attention to observe and keep our hearts open, they can teach us effortlessly how to be more present and live more joyfully every day.
8 slow living philosophies from around the world share common themes such as togetherness, mindfulness, intentional living, and a focus on being instead of having. While they may originate from different cultural contexts, they prove our visceral need to return to a simpler way of living and adopt a more thoughtful approach to life in a fast-paced world.
As the name suggests, living slow means living with intention and prioritizing what’s truly important to you. Doing things at your own pace, and leaving more time aside for the things that bring you joy. More often than not, the transition to a slower life starts with a process of self-awareness and self-discovery, because when you know who you truly are and what brings you joy in life, you’ll know what things you want to have more of.
Hello, digital friend, Welcome to my online corner, a space born out of the love of putting thoughts into words and sharing ideas that stick. My name is Florina, or simply Flor. I am a born dreamer, a curious spirit, and a nature lover by definition. I think I’ve been seeking the ideal lifestyle and the right pace of doing things my entire adult life, but especially since becoming a mom. Slow living is the answer I’ve been looking for, as I’ve always dreamt of living close to nature, having time for myself, and doing things in my rhythm. After…