Slow life movement
Embrace the Deceleration Movement: A Path to Wellness
Most of the disorders we experience today are a consequence of our lifestyle habits. Recently, the deceleration movement, which originated in Italy, has regained strength. You may be wondering what this movement is all about. Let’s delve into it…
DECELERATE
This movement, as its name indicates, refers to slowing down the speed at which we are used to living. The importance of connecting in all senses with the basics naturally brings us a sense of well-being. We’ve been led to believe that working longer hours makes us more productive, but this has been proven to be more ideal than true. The author of “THE IMPORTANCE OF DOING NOTHING,” Celeste Headlee, recaps when we started to believe that life is about work and not enjoyment. Areas of our lives most affected by stress and daily activities include diet, sleep patterns, time spent with family and friends, personal time, exercise, and more.
WHAT CAN I DO TO IMPROVE MY LIFESTYLE?
Although it may seem impossible and you might think you don’t have the time, small changes can make your life healthier by going back to basics. Here are a few tips:
Take a Walk: No matter the time, even if it’s just for 10 minutes, walk around your city without your mobile phone. Observe the people, houses, colors, smells, and everything that surrounds you.
Turn Off Your Phone: This tip may cause some initial anxiety, but it’s worth it. Turn off your phone at a certain time, preferably after 8 or 9 pm, and leave it outside your room. This gives you a chance to share moments with your partner, children, or, if you live alone, with your thoughts. Enjoy a movie without the distraction of your mobile phone.
Connect with Nature: If you live in a city, visit a nearby park once a week or every 15 days. Go to a place with a lake, mountain, or sea. Take off your shoes and stay barefoot, feeling how you connect with the earth.
Natural Materials in Your Space: At home or in your workplace, decorate with natural materials such as wood and place plants around. In places like Tulum and Yucatan, a material called chukum, a tree resin, is used on walls. Harmonizing your home with these materials can elevate your well-being. Holistic architect Marina de Rocarolsstudio emphasizes using these materials, along with bioclimatics, to create sustainable and well-being environments over time.
“Going slow means controlling the rhythms of your own life. You decide how fast you need to go in a given context. If today I want to go fast, I go fast; if tomorrow I want to go slow, I go slow. What we fight for is the right to determine our own times.” – Carlo Petrini
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