Slow living gets thrown around like a trendy buzzword, but at its core, it’s pretty simple. It’s all about doing life at a pace that actually works for you, rather than just going along with what’s expected. You’re not doing what’s constantly rushed, just something that feels a bit more human and a lot less…
Mindfulness
What The Boredom In Meditation Is Really Trying To Teach You
If you’ve ever sat down to meditate and immediately thought, “This is boring,” you’re definitely not alone. A lot of people assume that means they’re doing it wrong, or that meditation just isn’t for them. However, boredom in meditation isn’t a mistake—it’s actually part of the process. That gnawing frustration is actually your brain learning…
How To Actually Stay Present When Your Brain Won’t Stop Racing
We all want to feel more present, but when your brain’s darting from one thought to another like it’s had five coffees, that’s easier said than done. It’s not about achieving perfect stillness or mastering some zen state. It’s about finding real, useful ways to ground yourself when your mind is busy spiralling. These aren’t…
The Secret to Saying No Without Feeling Like You’re Letting People Down
For a lot of people, saying no feels a whole lot harder than it should. You worry you’ll upset someone, damage the relationship, or come across as selfish, even when you’re just trying to protect your peace. However, the ability to say no isn’t cold or unkind—it’s a form of clarity. It helps you show…
How To Stop Comparing Your Life To Other People’s Instagram Feeds
Instagram can turn even the best of us into accidental critics of our own lives. One minute you’re scrolling casually, and the next you’re questioning your pace, your body, your career, or your home. It’s not always obvious that this is what’s happening, but it’s pretty common thanks to perfect lighting, curated captions, and endless…
How To Catch Your Blind Spots And Discover What You Don’t Notice About Yourself
We all have blind spots—those quiet patterns, assumptions, or behaviours we don’t even realise we’re carrying. They’re not signs of failure, though. In fact, they’re just parts of us we haven’t had a reason (or the courage) to fully look at yet. However, when you start spotting them, everything changes. You communicate better, grow faster,…
How To Break Up With Bad Habits Without Feeling Like You’re Losing Yourself
Bad habits don’t always look destructive from the outside. Sometimes they show up as the little routines we rely on to get through the day, even when we know deep down they’re holding us back. And because they often develop as coping tools, letting go of them can feel like cutting off a part of…
How To Stay Present In Your Life, Even When Things Are Chaotic
When everything feels loud, fast, or too much to handle, it’s easy to disconnect—to drift through your days on autopilot or just focus on survival. However, being present doesn’t require you to ignore the chaos or pretend it doesn’t exist. It’s about staying grounded in the middle of it, so you don’t completely lose yourself….
Why We Need More Productive Environments for Neurodiverse Employees
It’s not enough to just hire neurodiverse employees—the real work is making sure they have what they need to thrive. That means going beyond awareness and building environments that are actually productive, supportive, and flexible. Many workplaces are still designed around one narrow idea of what a “good” employee looks like, and it’s leaving too…
How To Spot Emotional Exhaustion In Your Relationship Without Getting Defensive
Every relationship has its tough moments, but when emotional exhaustion sets in, it’s more than just being tired. Suddenly, it becomes clear that you’re being stretched too thin to show up properly for each other. That variety of burnout doesn’t always lead to arguments or dramatic fall-outs. Sometimes it sneaks up on you out of…