Slow Living

with Mary & Emma Kingsley

We often think about eating food produced sustainably but give little thought to the “sustainability” of our own lifestyle. A full calendar does not equal contentment, by any stretch. If you’re ready to get off of the treadmill, it’s time to look at slow living.

Today, Mary & Emma Kingsley, of Lady Farmer, a sustainable apparel and lifestyle company, offer ideas for cultivating a a mindful, conscious pace in a fast-paced world. They talk about the importance of intention when it comes to food and clothing choices. They share their own personal pathway to a slower lifestyle. They remind us that slow living can be attained regardless of where you reside, and that a more intentional, happier life is within reach for all of us.

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Highlights of the conversation include:

What slow living is, and what it’s not (hint: it’s not just gardening and cooking, nor is it just putting your feet up!)
Why living too fast is dangerous to a whole generation of youth
How slowing down our daily routines can bring greater awareness of and connection to our environment and personal wellbeing
Why it’s essential to consider whether our own habits as consumers align with our values
How the quarantine is offering a chance to tune in to what is left when we strip away all the obligations
The meaning and importance of emotional sustainability
How you can become the observer of your own behavior and find emotional balance
How city dwellers can practice slow living
What you can do to live with more intention, even you don’t cook or sew
How one small change can lead to many more
How clothing sweatshops are like CAFOs in the agricultural industry
Why clothing should actually be considered an agricultural product
The benefits of fast living
How learning the art of saying no and why saying no can lead to a “more magic” yes
How slow living intersects with mindfulness