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A Time To Move Slow

GRACE ELLICE MAY

Updated: Jun 16, 2023


Outfit Details:

Loungewear/Sleepwear Set - Joe Fresh



I am inherently slow, the kind to do one thing at a time. I have never been great at multitasking, and I find no pleasure in overexerting myself simply to seem as though I am a naturally productive type. The truth is, I am not, and I have never been. I like to keep busy, certainly. However, I am only ever occupied because I have things to keep me occupied. So, of course, I relish the days or, moments in a day when there is nothing to keep me constantly moving and in search of the next thing to do. I am grateful for slow-moving days where my energy is protected and recharged. I love the moments when I am lying in bed, daydreaming of a distant future. Or, nights when I am all alone, dancing in my bedroom, spellbound in wishful, romantic fantasy. Slow days are my favorite days, depending on the circumstance, of course.


I don't like to have nothing to do, but I feel elated when there is nothing to do. We live in such a speedy world. Everyone is always trying to get to somewhere, it's all work and no rest. Even a stable routine grows tiring after a while, especially when nothing at all changes in way the routine is executed. I appreciate slow days because, they give us the time to sit back and reflect on things. We can think about other things besides work or school. We can learn to appreciate still and tranquil moments in our day that don't always come by. We finally get the time to pick up on our hobbies, watch a new TV show, listen to a podcast, try new recipes, sleep, or, simply do whatever pleases us.





Slow days are the best days. Our days are treasured and valued more, and we learn to be grateful for the little and tender things in our life. Productivity and keeping busy is great, but how about Rest. When do we actually get to experience quality rest besides at night-time when we go to bed. Rest is important, too. It is necessary for productivity. We cannot function properly if our minds and hearts are not stable. The overemphasis on productivity in an already chaotic world will only lead to more instability. We cannot function without rest. Rest is productive, too.






How do you rest? What does a 'slow day' look like for you? Let me know in the comments below. Let's exchange 'slow day' ideas as we learn to navigate the importance of making time for rest and mental repair in a rapid-moving world.


Thank you for being here, and for making it this far. I'll see you in the next story. Be well, friend.



Warmly, Grace.

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