Resources
Here’s our ever-growing list of recommendations of sources that can help you (and me) embrace a slower, more intentional way of living. From insightful books and inspiring documentaries to nourishing slow-cooked recipes and mindful lifestyle blogs, these resources offer guidance, inspiration, and practical tips to bring more peace and balance into our daily lives. I hope you find them as valuable as I do!
Books
Whether you’re looking for practical tips or deep reflections, these reads will inspire you to embrace a more intentional and balanced lifestyle.
Life Changing Magic Of Tidying Up
by Marie Kondo
Invites you to declutter your life by keeping only what truly sparks joy. Once you’ve let go of everything that no longer serves you, it’s way easier to resist buying more stuff you don’t need. A mindset shift that goes beyond just cleaning—it’s a lifestyle change.
Four Thousand Weeks
by Oliver Burkman
A thoughtful reminder that life is short—and that’s exactly the point. Embracing our limits can be the key to living more meaningfully in the present. You were never meant to do it all, just to be here, now.
Slow Media
by Jennifer Rauch
This book was selected especially for the critical view it offers and the general overview it gives of the Slow Living panorama. It does not romanticize slow living, bringing to light the problems that this movement still carries, but also reminding us of the advantages and realistic solutions it can offer.
The Brothers Karamazov
by Fyodor Dostoevsky
This philosophical masterpiece was selected to encourage a slower, more reflective reading experience. With its deep exploration of morality, faith, and human nature, The Brothers Karamazov invites you to pause often and think deeply—an ideal companion for practicing slow living through literature.
Documentaries & TV Shows
These documentaries and TV shows offer a visual and engaging look into slow living, sustainability, and mindful consumption. Let them inspire you to slow down and appreciate the beauty of a more conscious life.
Down to Earth with Zac Efron
This series follows actor Zac Efron as he travels the world alongside wellness expert Darin Olien, exploring sustainable ways of living, alternative energy, clean eating, and community-based solutions. It’s a light and entertaining gateway into conversations about how we can live more intentionally and responsibly—perfect for anyone curious about merging adventure with mindful living.
My Year of Living Mindfully
Journalist Shannon Harvey embarks on a year-long personal journey to understand the science behind mindfulness. Through interviews with leading researchers and by adopting a daily meditation practice, she explores whether slowing down the mind can improve health and happiness. It’s an honest, thoughtful, and research-based look at what it truly means to live more consciously from within.
Gardener’s World
I chose to include Gardener’s World as a gentle pause—a mental breath—in the midst of more thought-provoking content. This long-running British show (BBC) is all about the joy of gardening, the rhythm of the seasons, and the calming act of working with nature. It’s beautifully slow, peaceful, and filled with quiet inspiration. Perfect for when your mind needs rest, not stimulation.
Slow Cooking
Cooking slowly is more than just a method—it’s a way to savor the process, enjoy wholesome flavors, and create nourishing meals with care. Here, you’ll find delicious slow-cooked recipes that encourage patience and appreciation for real, home-cooked food.
BBC Slow cooker recipes
A collection of recipes from different authors, presented in a way that is easy to understand, just by looking at a photo. Each recipe is clearly explained in a very professional manner.
New York Times Slow Cooker
The recipes are presented clearly and include an “Easy” label that helps you select the recipes that best fit what you are willing to do at the time. Note: you must create an account to see the full recipe.
365 days of Slow Cooking
On this website, Karem shares several slow cooker recipes, you can filter by type of meat or meal, as well as including a YouTube channel that teaches you how to make some of these recipes.
Three Super Easy Slow Cooked Recipes | Gordon Ramsay
Beef Short Reebs, Stuffed Lamb Breast and Roasted Pork belly. You can feel Gordon Ramsay’s passion when teaching how to prepare a dish, it really makes us want to cook.
Blogs & Websites
Looking for ongoing inspiration? These blogs and websites share valuable insights, personal experiences, and practical advice on slow living, minimalism, and mindfulness. A great way to stay connected to the slow living movement.
No Sidebar
A blog dedicated to minimalism and simple living. It features inspiring stories and practical advice on how to live with less, focusing on what truly matters.
Slow Your Home
Hosted by Brooke McAlary, this blog focuses on living a simpler, slower life through conscious decisions and practices. It includes a variety of resources, from podcasts to articles, on mindfulness and slow living.
The Art of Simple
This blog offers practical tips for creating a slower, more intentional life in a wide variety of categories. It covers topics like minimalism, mindfulness, and simplifying your lifestyle.
Martijn Doolaard
His YouTube Channel shows his journey renovating and living in a remote stone cabin in the Italian Alps through breathtaking videos. The rhythm is slow and hypnotizing, the sound of nature and of manual work without distractions transports us to an inspiring way of (slow) living.
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