{"product_id":"slowing-discover-wonder-beauty-and-creativity-through-slow-living","title":"Slowing: Discover Wonder, Beauty, and Creativity through Slow Living","description":"An inviting guide to reclaiming your time and discovering the wondrous pleasures of slow living.\n\nWhat beautiful possibilities await us when we slow down?\n\nFor author and Slow Stories podcast host Rachel Schwartzmann, slowing down has changed her story in ways she could have never imagined. In this poignant and timely collection, she invites us to step away from the turmoil of daily life and awaken to the pleasures of living and creating with intention.\n\nHer captivating essays reveal how slowing down positively affects our minds, relationships, and work, and contributions from a wide range of luminous voices in art, food, design, and beyond—including Sophia Roe, Leah Thomas, and Jezz Chung—explore the magic that emerges when we intentionally shift our relationship to time and productivity culture. Throughout, readers will also find simple-to-follow guided practices for creativity, journaling, and introspection to help them discover their true rhythm and moments of wonder.\n\nPage after page, Slowing is a balm for the stresses of modern life and a rousing call to experience the beauty and joy of slow living.\n\nSELF-CARE TECHNIQUES: Featuring 52 stories—one for every week of the year—Slowing cultivates awareness, calm, and joy. Readers can immerse themselves in various narratives and practices for well-being and find what best fits their lifestyle and needs.\n\nFRESH APPROACH: Combining evocative storytelling, guided prompts, and inspiring design, Slowing offers a distinctive lens on time and attention—and is an authentic resource for anyone in need of encouragement to connect and be present.\n\nDIGITAL DETOX: Slowing offers an enriching alternative for readers exhausted by social media and invites them to experience the joys of slowing their scroll.\n\nWELLNESS GIFT: This beautifully designed hardcover book is infinitely giftable to friends, family, partners, co-workers, students, or anyone who needs a gentle pick-me-up.\n\nPerfect for: People looking for resources on rest, creativity, and personal growth Anyone interested in digital detoxing and stress relief Thoughtful get-well, birthday, or friendship gift Fans of Wintering, Enchantment, Saving Time, and How to Do Nothing\u003cbr\u003eASIN: 1797223755\u003cbr\u003eVSKU: BVV.1797223755.G\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Good\u003cbr\u003eAuthor\/Artist:Schwartzmann, Rachel\u003cbr\u003eBinding: Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e Any images shown are stock photographs and product may differ from what is shown.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition Notes\u003c\/b\u003e: The item shows wear from consistent use, but it remains in good condition and works perfectly. All pages and cover are intact  including the dust cover, if applicable . Spine may show signs of wear. Pages may include limited notes and highlighting. May NOT include discs, access code or other supplemental materials.  \u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Blue Vase Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43310535442493,"sku":"BVV.1797223755.G","price":7.04,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0589\/4225\/9261\/files\/1797223755-0.jpg?v=1782855871","url":"https:\/\/www.bluevasebooks.com\/products\/slowing-discover-wonder-beauty-and-creativity-through-slow-living","provider":"Blue Vase Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}