Slow Living 101: How to Create a Life with Less Stress & More Joy with Stephanie O’Dea (Ep 251)

Slow Living 101: How to Create a Life with Less Stress & More Joy with Stephanie O’Dea (Ep 251)

Deanna sits down with NYT bestselling author Stephanie O’Dea for a heart-to-heart about slowing down, ditching hustle culture, and finding more joy in everyday life. It’s a cozy, practical convo full of real talk and simple tips to help you breathe easier. **************** Resources Mentioned (some may be affiliate links - thanks for supporting the show at no extra cost to you): Check out my favorite tools & resources Stephanie's Daily Journal Page Connect with Stephanie O'Dea Instagram Stephanie’s Website Slow Living Podcast Follow Deanna Yates, the host of Wannabe Clutter Free on: Instagram Facebook Website Podcast **************** In this episode of the Wannabe Clutter Free podcast, Deanna Yates chats with New York Times bestselling author, speaker, and coach Stephanie O’Dea about what it really means to embrace slow living—and why it might be exactly what your overwhelmed brain and heart are craving. From launching a wildly successful crockpot blog to rethinking her approach to success, Stephanie opens up about her journey toward a more intentional, purpose-driven life. Together, they unpack what it looks like to opt out of hustle culture and still make meaningful progress—just without the stress, burnout, or constant comparison. You’ll hear practical tips, mindset shifts, and even some fun acronyms like F.O.M.O. (“figure only myself out”) and S.L.O.W. (“simply look only within”) that’ll help you tune out the noise and tune into what really matters. If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing all the things but still not getting where you want to go—this episode is your permission slip to breathe, reset, and try a different (gentler) way forward. In this episode, you’ll discover: 1. How slow living can reduce stress and improve your well-being 2. Practical ways to step back from hustle culture without falling behind 3. Simple strategies to stop comparing and start trusting your own path 4. Why consistency beats intensity when it comes to meaningful change 5. Tools to help you set realistic, soul-aligned goals Time Stamps: 00:00 Welcome and Introduction 02:04 Meet Stephanie O’Dea 02:32 The Concept of Slow Living 09:13 Stephanie’s Journey to Slow Living 16:15 Balancing Progress and Slow Living 18:01 Avoiding Comparison and Shiny Object Syndrome 24:19 Scheduling Social Media Time 24:43 The Addictive Nature of Social Media 26:21 Self-Care and Time Management 31:33 The Importance of Consistency 35:06 Overcoming Challenges in Slow Living 37:57 Final Thoughts and Encouragement 39:11 Rapid Fire Questions and Wrap-Up **************** Music: Fresh Lift by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com **************** Subscribe & Review Are you subscribed to the Wannabe Clutter Free podcast? If you’re not, I want to encourage you to do that today. I don’t want you to miss an episode. I’m adding a bunch of bonus episodes to the mix and if you’re not subscribed there’s a good chance you’ll miss out on those. And if you enjoyed today’s episode, it would make my day if you left me a rating and review. You can leave a review on Apple Podcasts, a comment on Spotify Podcasts or Goodpods, or connect on guest video interviews on YouTube. Your review helps other people find my podcast and they’re also fun for me to read. Let me know what your favorite part of the podcast is. Thank you! **************** We’d love to hear how you’re applying the strategies discussed in this episode. Share your stories and tips with us on social media (@wannabeclutterfree). Don’t forget to subscribe for more insightful episodes designed to make your busy life a bit easier. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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