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[nightmare-nightmarenightma]

Going slow almost feels like a sin. I had a very stressful and fast-paced job that took up almost all of my time. I didn't know how to wind down when it was time to relax. It got so bad for me that I was watching every Youtube video at 2x the speed haha.

I found that playing instruments slowed me down. Having to purposefully hold a fret on guitar or ukelele or pressing the correct key on piano made me consider my next move carefully.

[IAmPeterCook]

2:36 *1. Learn to say no*
3:47 *2. Turn off devices intentionally*
4:52 *3. Go slow and take time with everyday actions*
6:19 *4. Make no plans and set no expectations*
7:19 *5. Try making and creating*

Great video, Christine! I've recently decided to adopt the slow living lifestyle, and what you share is very helpful. I have a tendency to want to push the limit, be efficient, speed things up. But I'm now experimenting with doing the opposite: do less, do it more slowly, but do it well. One thing I find that really helps me slow down is to turn off my phone at night and listen to a good podcast (which I downloaded before turning off my phone). It's a great way to unwind, I can even lie down and close my eyes. I do not allow myself to listen to any business-related podcast. Only storytelling, investigative journalism, or a podcast about meditation. So far, I'm really enjoying being slow! Thanks for the inspiration. 🙏🏻

[AudreyOB]

I just found your channel and I'm so inspired. Everything is so minimalist, and neat, and... peaceful in a way I can't exactly describe

[johanardi]

If you come to Indonesia especially to Center of Java, the people are so calm and speak so soft and slowly. Sometime you will get surprise when you get there because time moves slow too hahaha... People from the big city in Indonesia come to Center of Java to enjoy the culture and living in there. You must try 😃

[robertwilliams]

Been contemplating life recently and how I seem to be in a constant state of go here and do this. Now however I’m going to take time to just unwind and be present. Thank you for this informative and inspiring video.

[jessicagreene]

I’ve always leaned towards a slower living lifestyle: I walk slowly, eat slowly, shower slowly...I try to do my job slowly but it’s corporate and it’s always GO GO GO. I feel like i’m in a constant competition and trying to force something that isn’t me. I’m starting to feel like it’s not me that has the issue—it’s society.

[Budgetmeright]

Before slow living was a thing, I thought I was just weird. Especially when I was a teen. Nowdays I actively seek ways to slow down every day and enjoy my time on earth. I even film slow living vlogs now. The most important thing is to have the intention to slow down. Everything else will come. Just don't expect change to come overnight. Take your time and adapt to a new lifestyle and see what works for you or not. Take care everyone ❤️ great video!

[calliasroom]

I really appreciate your enthusiasm and positive voice, some YouTubers who live similar "slow" lives talk in an "aesthetic", soft, and low voice. I feel as though when I am watching videos like that, that Im separate from them because that's not how my inner dialogue sounds nor is it realistic to how people talk. Your energized voice makes this whole slow living thing seem a lot more possible for the average person if that makes sense

[millie]

this videos makes me feel so much better about not stressing myself out in order to feel productive and sucessful

[priscillajimenez]

I've had an issue with procrastination so I'm so quick to try and be productive all the time. Thank you for showing me to balance my life

[jenniferblackard]

this video started playing after I watched a video of someone I am subscribed to. At first I was like, "Why is this playing? I did not click on this?" I watched anyway and feel in love. This tranquility is what I have been missing in my life! It was so calming to let this play while I worked, I instantly felt calmer. I am now subscribed and hope to gain much knowledge. Thank you!

[lxulfty]

Appreciated listening to this
Christine. The art of saying
'No', is very important for those
pushy type of people. Peace
reigns supreme. All the best.

[fernandosierra]

I really hope you never erase or hide this video. Thanks a lot!

[elgabenedicta]

Much needed tips and reminder, Christine! Thank you 😊
Btw, on the technical side note:
I love how clear sounding all your voice over are! Video quality, impeccable as always 😊👌

[kagaminek]

This video is great, but I had to watch it at 2x speed, so I guess it's too late for me 😂

[thebeholderseye]

Bowing down to say thank you for God’s provision 💕 God bless you.

[anna-matilda]

It really feels like I need to re-learn a lot about myself and life... Slow living makes so much sense for my personal happiness!🥺

[AudreyOB]

I love how this video about slow living is so... Slow

[philoki]

I really needed this video. All the stress in my life is coming from thinking I have to and that I need to. Fast. Now.

[lajuanramsey]

This video is so powerful. God is definitely using you to minister and to confirm with words, videos and honesty