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Geoffrey and Grace
 

Geoffrey and Grace

Slow and Simple Living

 
 
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the art of slow living

Slow living is possible for everyone; whether you live in the city, or the countryside, whether you are a full-time parent who also works, or you are retired. For me, the art of slow living is not in how much ‘free time’ you have, but how intentional you are with that time. By choosing quality over quantity and by slowing down and being mindful, we can be present and wholehearted in each moment.

 
 

Make time to just breathe.

 
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“ run with nature - keep it simple - love your home - follow love and kindness”
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I’ve been wanting to have a frank conversation about mental health for some time, but didn’t really have the energy before now. This year, at times my anxiety has been at its worst! I have had a course of CBT therapy (cognitive behavioural therapy) and also started to see a counsellor regularly, both have been really great positive steps in helping me feel better. Through my experiences there are a few things I have come to realise... ~ You never really know what’s going on for some one. ~ There is no ‘one size fits all’ when it comes to our health and well-being. ~ Being kind to ourselves when we are struggling is so important. ~ It’s crucial that we make space for our minds to daydream and find moments of quiet. ~ Finally, if we can begin to find the courage to talk openly about what is going on for us that’s a really great start. I’ve written more about my experience with mental health and shared seven simple everyday things I do that help my mental wellbeing over on Geoffrey and Grace (link in profile) Will share some in stories too ✌🏻 Here’s to feeling good people. #mentalhealthawareness #mentalwellbeing #mindfulmoments
After the ups and downs of this year, especially after last week and the effects of having a general anaesthetic I’m really feeling the need to take time to replenish, nourish and look after my body. So this morning I took myself for acupuncture with the lovely Anne-Marie from @tasteofspace.co.uk It was such a wonderful way to start the week and it felt like parts of my body were waking up and filling with light for the first time in a while. Going to let my body guide me this week, and do what feels good ✨✌🏻🌿 #holistichealth #simplejoys #slowandsimpleautumn
✨ GIVEAWAY ✨ It’s been almost a week since the release of my new book Seeking Slow and to thank you all for all your support I am giving away one signed copy of the book. If you’d like to win you simply need to... 1. Like and comment on this post 2. Tag two friends 3. Make sure you are following me :) That’s it! Good luck ✌🏻 This one keeps telling me how proud she is of me 💕😊 Makes me beam! This giveaway is in no way endorsed by or affiliated with Instagram. Winner will be picked on Sunday the 8th of October.
This one is half way through her second week at her new junior school. I knew the transition would probably be tricky so have been ready for a challenging few weeks. For the first ten days it was like we had a different child in our home. Her emotions have been really up and down and of course she has been really tired. We have both had to say goodbye to a summer of freedom and time together and get used to a more structured daily rhythm with time apart. Things seem a little smoother this week thankfully and she seems to be really enjoying her time at school so fingers crossed things continue this way. Oh and FYI my book is out next week 😱 really feel like I should have been talking more about it… see stories and latest blog post for why I haven’t. #seekingslow #runwildmychild #slowliving_raise
Hope everyone is having a wonderful summer holiday. We have been having a great mixture of quiet time at home and going away; we had a lovely week on a farm in the New Forest and are now at Sherwood Forest with family. Just wanted to pop on to firstly say “hi” 👋🏻 and to secondly say I finally have an advanced copy of my book (see more in stories). So excited after the many many months of hard work. You can pre-order your copy now :) swipe up links in stories. Enjoy the rest of summer folks ✌🏻 P.P.S this is my new profile pic.. for those that are easily confused - as I am 😂 #seekingslow #slowlivingforlife @quarto.knows
Two things for this evening... Firstly big high fives all round as my NEW BOOK ‘Seeking Slow’ is now available for pre-order! You can order it from all the usual places plus some indie stores too. Will add a swipe up link to stories to make it really easy for you 😉 And have a page on my site with international store links :) Secondly... How lovely is this little shop? @tkandishop is situated at the bottom of a wonderful pub garden @horseguardsinn. We spent a lovely Sunday afternoon there recently. Might have treated myself to a few things including the nicest smelling candle I have ever bought. Found via @debizornes - thanks 💕 #seekingslow slowlivingforlife #healthandwellbeing #simpleandslow