4 chapters across the catalog
Slow Living Movement and the Creep of Busyness
A decade-long journey with the Slow Living movement began as a response to intense work-related stress and anxiety. While initial changes like decluttering and restructuring work provided immediate relief, the lifestyle eventually became a quiet baseline that requires periodic recalibration when the calendar begins to fill up again.
Introversion and the Slow Living Movement
Louise Miller describes her journey toward self-awareness, which began in her mid-30s following a period of work-related stress and anxiety. Discovering the concepts of introversion and the "slow living" movement allowed her to stop pursuing traditional markers of success like larger houses or cars. She credits authors Selena Barker and Marianne Cantwell with helping her design a business grounded in her personal values.
Slow Living Movement and Brooke McAlary Influence
A career transition in 2016 marked a departure from the corporate rat race and traditional markers of success like home and car upgrades. Discovery of Brooke McAlary’s "The Slow Your Home Podcast" (now titled The Tortoise) introduced the Slow Living Movement, emphasizing mindfulness and intentional choices. This shift focused on living sustainably and prioritizing personal well-being over societal pressure to keep up with peers.
Louise Miller Personal Journey and 2015 Burnout
Louise Miller recounts her transition from being a chronically busy professional to a productivity coach following a 2015 health crisis. After being diagnosed with work-related stress and anxiety, she discovered the Slow Living Movement during a recovery period in Northumberland. This realization led her to resign from her corporate role and pursue a more sustainable lifestyle.
