Slow Living | Creating a Life of Purpose in a Hustle Driven World11 Okt 2021

How I Discovered Slow Living After Years of Trying to Do It All

What happens when you're constantly rushing, trying to keep up, and doing all the things—until your body finally tells you to stop?

In this first episode of the Slow Living Podcast, Stephanie O'Dea shares the personal story that became the catalyst for her Slow Living philosophy.

While driving on the freeway toward Golden Gate Park in San Francisco, Stephanie experienced a panic attack that forced her to stop and take stock of the way she was living.

That experience made her question the hustle culture and go-go-go lifestyle she had come to accept as normal.

Stephanie believes that living slowly isn't about doing nothing or giving up on your goals. It's about creating enough space in your life to figure out what actually matters—and then finding realistic ways to get the necessary things done so you have more time and energy for the things you want to do.

In this episode, Stephanie talks about:

How she discovered Slow Living
Why constantly rushing and trying to "do it all" isn't sustainable
The difference between being productive and simply being busy
Why you don't have to feel behind in life
How to create more peace, purpose, and breathing room
Why the chores and responsibilities of everyday life don't have to become your identity

You are not behind. You don't need to rush around trying to catch up.

It's okay to stop.

Breathe.

It's all going to be okay.

Learn More About Stephanie O'Dea

📖 Slow Living: Cultivating a Life of Purpose in a Hustle-Driven World

[BOOK LINK — https://amzn.to/4xb0w0H ]

Website: stephanieodea.com

Podcast: stephanieodea.com/podcast

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