How to Live Slow

In this episode: The backstory of Sharyns book Of all the themes in the book - music, identity, racism, sexism, neurodivergence/PTSD, expressing rage - Sharyn shares which felt the most important/hard to write about. Sharyn has copped a lot of flak for being 'angry'. We talk about that and how it relates to their identities and treatment by others. Sharyn shares advice for women who fawn out of th...

Dr Kate Henry is a productivity coach for academics and scholars who live with chronic pain and illness. She helps her clients find the magic intersection between slow living and getting things done. In this episode: A summary of Spoon Theory What it means to Tend To It Workaholism and boundaries: - Kates goldilocks theory of productivity How to deal with aversive tasks - the things that you just...

In this episode: Modern Life Is Too Convenient Visualise your 80 year old self What would it look like to not have goals for a while? An Effective Way To Stretch Your Timelines The Seasonal Analogy Consider your menstrual calendar Things Meant For When You're Older Get the full show notes for this episode along with links, downloads, guest recommendations and other slow living content here Want to...

In this episode: How do you be generous when you have nothing left to give? What I've Learned About Generosity So Far Generosity is the heart of the village life we all crave The Theory Of Infinite Pies How I'm Being Generous Now Get the full show notes for this episode along with links, downloads, guest recommendations and other slow living content here Want to work 1:1 with me? You can   book di...

Project 4/4/40 is my focus for 2023 In this episode: What is Project 4/4/40 Who it benefits and why I'm doing it Beliefs I've changed that will benefit you too My weekly flow for living slow The practical ways I'm making 16 hours of work, work. Get the full show notes for this episode along with links, downloads, guest recommendations and other slow living content here Want to work 1:1 with me? Yo...

The podcast is back! It's finally time to return from our 4 month travel experience and get back into our daily routines and rhythms.  In this episode: My thoughts on comfort zones Our experience at Milan train station Choosing an alternative lifestyle My coaching diary is open for booking! Get the full show notes for this episode along with links, downloads, guest recommendations and other slow l...

Have you ever wondered why you can't share the mental load equally with your partner, or if you do, why you feel so guilty about it? Or why is it that your kids seem to be so spoilt, like they don't appreciate what they have? What about your routine that you just can't seem to get right? In this episode: A book that inspired me to travel with my kids The parts of the mental load that you can't sha...

The book Upward: "The Power of Looking Up" by Sarah Alex Carter is so wide ranging in its narrative as she shares the incredible stories and experiences of the people she met on her journey to looking up, out and beyond herself. In this episode What does it mean to you to look up? The power of metaphors and all the ways we can look up, out and around us The benefits of an upward focussed life What...

What does it mean to travel slow and how is it different to tourism? In this episode What is slow travel? The problem with fast tourism How to travel lightly and create net benefit to the locations you visit Transport and accommodation options Ways to get to know a place The ultimate benefits of travelling at a slower pace Get the full show notes for this episode along with links, downloads, guest...

The overwhelm you experience when you've taken on too much or aren't taking good care of your nervous system is different to the overwhelm you experience when you're expanding your comfort zone. In this episode What Overwhelm Isn't What Overwhelm Is How to use overwhelm as a guide The cyclical nature of overwhelm Get the full show notes for this episode along with links, downloads, guest recommend...

The Nordic way of life is inherently slower. The appreciation of the outdoors, getting cosy, finding time for quiet and solitude, the true balance between work and life. In this episode Susannas experience of writing a book and the importance of libraries! Nordic Lifestyle - the similarities and differences to Western culture The political nature of slow living! The keys to the slow life in the No...

In the Beauty Load, counsellor Nicole Mathieson exposes the damaging and unrealistic beauty pressures society places on women, and shares how to lighten the load for good through awareness, self-compassion and a realignment with your deepest values. The beauty load is just another way we pile emotional loads onto women. Let's learn how to put it down… In this episode What is the Beauty Load Beauty...

FOMO is the fear of missing out . It's based on our primal need to be accepted, to feel safe, and be worthy. So that's what we are going to explore in todays episode. In this episode What does FOMO mean and what is it trying to tell us? My fear of causing FOMO. Why I worry I'll never get to read all the books I want to read How to know when to react to your FOMO triggers Get the full show notes fo...

Dr Hilary Claire Rowsell is a clinical psychologist and mum of 2. She works with mothers to move out of postnatal depletion and become the vibrant, calm mother they desire to be and their family deserves.  In this episode: Hilary's story on becoming a vibrant mother A new perspective on values rather than goals Getting clear on emotions and what they might be telling us about our needs Becoming mo...

Being easy-going is rebranded people-pleasing. When I realised I needed to become more self-led so I could have the internal fulfilment I desired as well as being able to advocate for myself and my family, things shifted dramatically. In this episode: Why the words we use really matter  Why I'm no longer 'easy-going' Being more actively decisive in your own life Speaking up for yourself so you can...

Do you see yourself as the co-leader of your family? I surely didn't at first! Part of our cultural role as women is to play the good girl and stay quiet about our needs and expectations so we don't upset others In this episode: Shifting from passive to active communication within your family dynamic My story of imaginary delegation Taking your place as leader in your family Moving beyond sharing...

This episode explores the idea that society doesn't place much value on the mental load and work of motherhood. In this episode: Why the inner work comes first My story of learning to value myself The self care required to face your own negative behaviours Why convenient isn't always satisfying  How to change the way society values mothering and caring work Get the full show notes for this episode...

The Mental Load -  or you may also have heard the term emotional labour - leaves most mothers feeling overwhelmed, exhausted and frustrated at their perceived inability to keep up with everything on their to-do list. In this episode: What is the mental load My story of carrying too much mental load and my 'feminist awakening' How the mental load is connected to slow living Why reducing the mental...

So this is the story about a moment on a mountain. A conversation that changed everything.  In this episode: A conversation that changed my perspective on the way society values mothers  The slow unfolding of my motherhood journey The benefits of having my own 'thing' How the kids managed with me away Introducing Mental Load May Get the full show notes for this episode along with links, downloads,...

Today's episode is a fun one as I recorded it while sitting at the Brisbane International airport awaiting my flight to London for a solo trip! I talk about how slow living has benefited my family and my changed perception of time since acknowledging the seasons more. I also share a bit about what it feels like taking a 2 week trip on my own while leaving the kids and husband at home. In this epis...

I've been playing with seasonal living for the last year or so and I've learned that it's so much more than flowers in spring, hot weather in summer, leaves falling off trees in Autumn and knitwear in winter! In this episode: My seasonal philosophy Things that will change throughout the seasons Entry points to becoming more seasonally aware and attuned All that and so much more in this episode PLU...

At the changing of every season, I've been reflecting on the season that's ending - in this case Summer. I look at the intentions I set, how it all went, celebrating the successes and making notes for what I'll do differently next time. Then, I set some intentions for the new season. All that and so much more in this episode PLUS, you are officially invited to my Autumn Retreat. I'm hosting this o...

Today's episode is all about how to be present for the season you are in, so that you can transition from one season to the next without feeling regret. We live in an age of digital distraction and intensive mothering - so the guilt is real! In this episode: How I've struggled with being present The changes I've felt through motherhood The seasons of motherhood and life - and where I'm at now How...

When it's time to go back to work, a lot of mums get frustrated at the lack of good, flexible jobs that use their best skills. My guest today is Susan Wilkin and 12 years ago she was in that exact position.  In this episode: How Susan's work has evolved over the years Where to start if you're exploring this idea  Transferable skills, finding your niche and flexibility Where to find your first clie...

Eva Van Strijp, a home-schooling mum of 6 amazing kids, sustainable low-tox business owner and hobby farmer has a wealth of knowledge and experience having home-schooled for 11 years so far and her approach is relaxed, flexible and child-led.   Home-schooling is different to home learning because you're in the drivers seat, not trying to guide your kids through curriculum outlined by the teachers...