15 "Slow Living" Practices That Changed My Life
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Slow living is about taking steps every day to remove stress from your life, avoid hustle culture, and slow things down. It ultimately makes you feel calm and relaxes your soul. In order to slow down time and live a more simple life, I practice many different things each day in my life.
In this video, I share "15 Slow Living Practices That Changed My Life."
1. Not trying to be #1
Hustle culture often makes people strive to be the best and be at the top positions; however, I believe that being number one leads to a lot of stress. In order to live a slow life, I do not strive to be the best.
2. Extremely Slow Walking
We often walk very quickly and it translates to feeling a bit more rushed and stressed out. Multiple times a week, I go for a walk, be mindful about my pace, and walk at an extremely slow place. It ultimately relaxes and calms me down.
3. Being extremely intentional the first hour of the day
The first hour of the day sets the stage on how the rest of your day is going to go. If you wake up in a hurry and stressed out, then the rest of your day you will be stressed out. However, if you wake up slow and be mindful in your first hour, the rest of the day will follow.
4. Embracing the joy of missing out
We often talk about the "fear of missing out;" however, it is impossible to live life without missing out on things. We have so many options of things to do each day and I believe in embracing what I am doing in the current moment.
5. Being less productive
Productivity is becoming extremely toxic and often when we seek productivity, we become less productive. I find it important to slow down and relax, which translates to being able to focus more.
6. Never getting a coffee to go
Coffee is a time to unwind and relax; however, often we get coffee when we are in a hurry. In order to slow down and enjoy the moment, I always choose to get coffee for here.
7. Embracing inconvenient human interactions
Technology often tries to remove the inconvenient human interactions we have on a daily basis; however, these often make time speed up because we are always wanting things quickly. To slow down, I embrace these interactions.
8. Listening to full albums
Now that we can stream music, we have every song at our fingertips. When we have so many options we often focus more on the next song, rather than the current song. In order to slow down, I listen to entire albums so I'm less focused on the next song.
9. Not filling every moment of my day with noise
At the same time, it is important to take time out of the day to embrace silence. We often try to fill every moment of the day with noise; however, in order to slow down, it is important to take moments of silence.
10. Leaving my phone behind
When I have my phone with me, I often become distracted because I am thinking about it. In order to slow down, when I am doing certain activities, I leave it behind so I can be fully present.
11. Taking the inconvenient route
We often seek what is easy and convenient, but when we do this we miss out on the beauty of the journey. When I have time, I try to walk and take less convenient routes to slow down time.
12. Stop obsessing over the clock
Often we base our days around what time it is and obsess over the clock. I find that the more focused I am on the time, the quicker times goes. In order to slow down, I try to focus less on what time it is.
13. Avoid scheduling things out in advance
When I schedule things too far in advance, I often base my life around the event. In order to live a slow life, I attempt to not schedule things too far in advance.
14. Stop watching the news
I believe that it is important to be informed on what is going on, but I do not believe that you get that from the news. I believe the news is mainly about making your panic and worry, which speeds up time. In order to slow down, I limit my news consumption and not stress over things I can't control.
15. Taking control over my finances
Personal finance is the glue that allows you to live life on your terms. When you have more control over your money, you have more control over your life. - แนวปฏิบัติและการใช้ชีวิต
What's one practice that helps you live more slowly?
Sitting down on my couch to sip a cup of tea and look out the window at the sky. Its particularly cozy if its snowing out in winter. No thinking, no worrying, no stressing, no paying attention to what time it is. Just tasting my tea and watching the outdoors with childlike wonder. Its sublime.
Journaling and memory book making. Don't watch any TV.
Working on my weaving and crochet to make useful items
Watching Netflix.
Great idea for the "first hour setting up your day" concept ;)
I'm a long haul truck driver. Sometimes I drive miles after miles without listening to anything or anybody and I love it.
I remind myself that if I died tomorrow my workplace won't close down and I will replaced next week. I then take a 5 minute mindfulness meditation.
I’m a lawyer who works inside the courthouse. Usually, I race up and down the stairs for cardio. But this week, I’ve decided to practice slow moving. I’ve been walking everywhere in the courthouse one slow step at a time, like a bride walking down the aisle to the altar. It’s made such a difference being calmer at work!!
Awesome!!! There is something extremely calming about walking slow and it feels way better for your health than running up the stairs!
I sometimes feel superhuman and in total control when doing so. I’m glad I slowly stumbled across your channel
@@ElAgustin Yes, but the purpose of the cardio was to exercise, not "calm down". I'm sure the slow walking results in a more relaxed frame, however, is she getting the exercise she wanted? You can't have your cake and eat it too, right?
But it helped you burn the belly fat 😂 you running up and down the stairs soon again, lol
You talk far too loud and too fast and too aggressively for these kind of videos
Love embracing the joy of missing out.
"Life moves pretty fast. If you don't stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it." Ferris Bueller
As a teenager I used to listen to entire albums in order and walk outside. It was super therapeutic, and I’ve slowly been adding it back into my life
" I strive to be no higher than #4. " I love it !! That is a great philosophy to live by.
haha, it's true! Being #1 is overrated!
@@ElAgustin Totally. No one gets jealous of, or tries to usurp, the person who is #4 !
I had a great deep desire to be #1 always. I think that happens to people when you felt growing up you were not heard or seen means validated mainly by your family. I have worked on myself and I am in a very good place in my life.
Totally agree with stop watching the news. My husband and I stopped watching in early November of 2019 and we both say our lives are way better. We watch very little TV as a whole now because we don’t have the TV on and mindlessly watch anymore. If we turn it on it is for intentional watching.
I also stopped watching in 1996.
@@teresasmith2161 The news or the TV? Good stuff anyway.
Slow down n not rushing is my aim now
Commenting here so i get reminded of slowing down in life
You are so authentic and real. Very refreshing than the fake TH-camrs out there.
I appreciate your kind words! It means a lot!!
Go according to your own pace in everything ...dont compete with anyone ... understand yourself first and always try finding out yourself more and more ....your life will be in peace and happiness thereafter
Hi Austin agreed with all 15..I’m a retired hospice nurse and active pianist and I am blessed as I am living way past the 4000 weeks you mentioned lol…I still hike.. (slowly) lol and look forward to your wonderful videos. They make so much sense! Blessings..😊
Thanks! Hopefully we all get more than 4000!
Bless you ... I wish I could hear your piano music and play you my music... though I am just a beginner level...
This info is what we need most in western society. It’s an emergency gauze and a profusely bleeding wound and that wound is depression, lack of presence, heart attacks etc
My folks both over 80 (4000 hrs) practice that slow walking every day with their walking sticks, they stop to chat to neighbours enroute and look at gardens with nice flowers, recently Halloween decorations and soon Christmas trees in windows and nature in general. I need to learn from them and the social aspect of that walk is brilliant for them, I drive places too much when I know I could walk but I don’t do take away coffee as a rule, if I’m having a coffee it’s always with a friend for a chat.
Yussss! Fruits, vegetables, sleep and walking, but not sleep walking. Look after our bodies, work less, love one another. I Feel No Need for Speed.
Totally agree 👍
Sometimes good enough is good enough.
This is so good! I recently retired at 57 (because I have always practiced #15) and for the first time in my life I’m doing every one of the other 14. I am enjoying life so much more and I feel calm and joy every day. Thanks for putting this all into one video
Thanks for watching! Yes, we all need to calm down and enjoy life!
Great video!!!😊 ❤️
Thank you for your inspiration and humor!
My way of slow living is to work part-time, walking (both easy to do in the Netherlands), have regular tea breaks and take the time to dream during the day.
Have a nice day!
Currently struggling with embracing silence. I do notice I’m always listening to something.
You are 💯 percent right on all 15. Most people today are always racing around in a hurry with everything they do. I make sure I do just the opposite. Im keeping as much stress out of my life as possible. Slow living let’s you value your time more. It’s well worth living this way! Thanks for ur video 😁 ❤️ it! 👍👌
Thanks for watching!
Completely agree. I am doing the same.
Well said, Austin! Your grandmother was a very smart person !!!
Personally I think that not having a way to call for help while hiking is a bit foolish. You could leave it at the bottom of your backpack but with the number of people who go missing or get hurt hiking its not the safest choice to go without. Leaving your phone behind or turned off in a lot of instances is a great practice.
Hola Agustin!
Since listening to your channel I started a savings account 💪
The way I live slowly is never see nor listen to the news and I dance and sing around my house a lot
I not longer spend money impulsively aaaand never ever take takeaway coffee!
Awesome!
"NEVER GET COFFEE ☕ TO GO"
Love this so much!! I couldn't agree more:)
Yes! Step 15! I’ve never felt more in control by taking control financially.
I agree with most of what you say, however, I find it more peaceful to plan my life ahead. It doesn't stress me out and I don't need to refer to my diary on a six monthly basis, only on a daily and weekly basis. Also, I would take my phone on a hike in case of an emergency; and I use my phone as a camera as well. I do turn off all notifications though. Apart from that everything is spot on, I love your videos and find them very inspirational.
I'm listening to you in the background while I work.
Embrace silence. I love this one and didn't realize that so many people find it difficult to do. I work part-time in a test centre where we must keep the office quiet to not disturb the test takers. I love the quiet but multiple people ask me how I can tolerate working in such a quiet environment.
Don't Worry.. Don't Hurry.. And take the time to smell the flowers... I like the way you said it :)
I absolutely agree with number 9. I'm so glad to check that more people besides me think in this way. Silent is essential ❤️
I work as a Paralegal so on lunch I read a book in the conference room . I currently work 2 jobs as my son 21 is on a full ride to Furman University . The Goal is for him to graduate debt free. He is on yr three. He works 3 jobs. I tend bar in the Poinsett Club downtown Greenville SC. There are days I ache so the bath and body works bath helps me destress along with my dogs in the bed. At 59 I am not getting any younger. Not ashamed to admit I love money but I love working. Saving money gives me the power as a single mother to make my 2 kids shoot for the stars.
Thank you for validating how I've been feeling (thinking I was overthinking). Instinctually, I've been telling myself to do a lot of these things without knowing why. My body and mind need this. It's quite an emotional realisation 😢. Feeling like I've been unconscious for a while now. Thanks 🙏
You are so right about the news!
We need someone to report news that is good! It is out there...
""Don't Worry, don't hurry." That really spoke to me so I'm definitely holding that real close from now on.
I didn't notice that I was still doing some fast paced things until this video 😅 While I live slowly and more meaningful, I always have something to work on to better myself!
Regarding Practice 13, as far as I'm concerned, is that the Pros of scheduling something in advance, or writing something in your planner of things you have to schedule to be doing, is that you can put it in writing (or scheduling it) then take it off your mind and not worry about it. So, when the time comes, you'll be reminded of it.
💯 agree with you. I’m a mechanic and I love the job and I do it with love and passion and live every moment of it I’m not a quick worker and also not super slow, I’m kinda relax in work and like to concentrate and live with moments . But employers expect me to be much faster than what I am and this usually ends up with some conflicts and me quitting the job . They want robots or slaves that work like a machine! . I have always been a relax type of person and I like the way I am , I can’t understand why people are rushing every minute and make themselves like a slave!!
but it really hurts when it comes to work in a shop. I get criticized and let down just because they rush rush rush and I can’t work like them.
If you spend the first hour on social medias the day is fucked up
The last one is the most important practice, because if you are rich, you don't have to worry about anything, slow and patient
The first one here watching your new video, Mr. Austin Williams. I stand to be corrected. Thanks for all your fine videos.
UPDATE: You are absolutely correct, Mr. Williams! I never realized how fast I do everything and life is such a hurry and no fun. I just peeled a carrot and realized I was doing it as quickly as sharpening a knife. I'm going to slow down. Thank you again.
Thanks, David! Life is in overdrive!
As a child in the 60’s we were told the height of bad manners was to eat or drink in the street our mum would not allow it 😂
Child of the 70’s here- My parents taught me the same thing! I never do it ever
This vid earned you a subscriber. I’m so sick and tired of living ‘fast’. I just want to live, stay at home, gain experiences and not work my life away. 😅
Thank you for the insights!
the albums thing is so real honestly, i used to listen to the by the way album by red hot chili peppers, the harbor album by tomppabeats (my personal favorite if you like relaxing music you should listen to it), the over the garden wall soundtrack, the steven universe soundtrack, and the undertale soundtrack on loop every now and then during high school, and i used to be a lot more mindful back then. i've been taking practices from that time and incorporating it back into my life. lately what has been improving me the most is rejecting the opinions of strangers online and living how I want. which means being eclectic in what I choose to do, take what serves me, and reject what doesn't.
Cheers Austin! Fantastic honesty! You are definitely on the right path with these videos, thank you!
Slow moving is the best ❤and I agree that #1 is totally 💯 why ppl are stressed -
We all just need to chill!
This is such an amazing list, thank you! I am doing more than half of these practices but it helped me realize their importance and hopefully I’ll introduce the other ones soon. So well put together!
Super🎉. Thank you! I'm trying to stop living that way. I thought I was crazy. Thanks again ❤❤❤
Thank You so much for this video
That's a very good advice from your grandmother. Thank you for sharing! ❤️🙏
This is the best video ever. These are my thoughts as well. You have articulated so well. Thank you for this video.
Great advice, Great wisdom, Thank You.
Agree with ALL your points. Thank you
I enjoyed this. I agree with your comment about listening to complete albums. I’m a professional classical musician and much of the music I play is written in multiple movements. There are pauses in between the movements, but the complete work is all about the flow of mood from one movement to the next. Albums in the popular vein are written in exactly the same way! They’re telling a story that begins with the first track and ends with the last, and we lose that bit of genius when we break the experience into small pieces.
I was also really feeling you on human interactions! I’m a bit of an introvert and I struggle with this, but boy are you right! Even that little moment talking to the checkout person in the grocery store is important for my emotional and mental health. you’re a wacky guy, but I dig where you’re coming from and pressed subscribe
love love love this!!
I think even around your house doing things it's nice to not have your phone there in the same room. And these are good points. I do feel that Ive had to learn to speed up cuz I used to be extra slow at everythinggg. Anyway now can pace myself to suit the needs of what I need to do. I used to rush when ironing cuz I hated it and now I've noticed if I slow down ironing then I enjoy and find it satisfying seeing the clothes become wrinkle free. 🙈
I love all your show and comments I'm 56 yrs old and I'm taking your advice and to travel the state with frugal minimalist living and to be content I also managed all my budget so I won't be in debt when I come back from my adventure thank you for doing your video
As always, good advices, all making sense!
You are absolutely right.we are running in race everyday.
Beautiful video Agustin. Excellent work 👏👏😊😊
Thank you so much ❤…..your video watching at right time I really need to practice this to live stress free life…very useful information, keep it up 👍🏻
This one is the best video I've seen in years, thank you for sharing...
Beautiful. I love it!! I already do some of your 15 points, but definitely, I still need to improve.
thank you
Much love my brother!! ❤
I love love love this content!
I enjoy going to the same grocery store cashier at each store we frequent, over time you build a relationship.
Thanks Austin, i personally found this Video amazing!! Sometimes I intentionally cook risoto - to slow down. Basically, you have to stand there and stir all the time, look when broth and wine evaporate and then pour a bit again and stir all the time, I find it extremely relaxing. Also my pilates class I find very relaxing because I have to focus on every movement and correct breathing - probably depends on teacher but mine hase very relaxing style and voice. Slow walking knows every parent who take kid for walk - there is observed every stone, snail, flower and tree. Kids are amazing teachers from this point of view - and they know as you said - that time doesn´t matter. Best regards from Europe
I always look forward to your videos. They are filled with such wisdom, and keep me inspired. 😊
Thanks, Sandy!
Good list. I recommend the No Agenda podcast for news media deconstruction, it's fun & no corporate sponsors.
I'll check it out. Always looking for a good podcast!
I feel so affirmed! This is my natural way of living! Especially after the nest emptied and everyone now can fly on their own. On the other hand, I've always been the slower one, not the late one, because I'm most always on time, but the slower eater, the slower shopper, the slower walker, the contemplative one of the crowd! Thanks for recognizing the beauty of the slow life! Loved all your tips!
I agree with you about not watching the news. If you need to know about something happening you will hear about it from other sources. People talk.
You are amazing Austin :) Keep going with this channel ! :) You are doing a great job ! :) Good luck.
Thank you for reminding me to slow down
I enjoyed this video because I am always in a hurry. What you said was true. We wear out pretty fast trying to get everything done quickly.
Time is interesting. When we want things quickly, time goes fast. When we're patient, time goes slowly!
hahaha yes focusing on the next song or article and not really experiencing the current.
This is profound. You a lot of self-awareness for being in your 20’s
The one that I’m now embracing is drinking my tea leisurely- what a concept!!!🤦🏻♀️ didn’t even realize I was downing it
Thank you for reminder to be intentional
Yeah, if you think about how hot drinks are viewed around the world it's such a communal activity!
Excellent advice and yes I agree 💯
Thankyou
I agree on taking time to stop and enjoy life 100%. I make sure to enjoy my time when I can. I also don't like to be in a hurry or rush anymore since 2020.
Awesome. This just felt like you are reading my thoughts ..👌
I love your videos. I totally agree with you in every single word.
Thanks, Julia!
Listening to full albums...that's what I do when I'm cooking. Especially jazz - Miles Davis Quintets are my favorite!
Great video, and such great tips. Slow walking was my favourite and is something I do all the time. And I lived in both London and NYC, where walking slow drives other people mad. But they are both such beautiful cities, walking slowly is the best way to take them in! So I didn't care! :)
Great Video
Thanks ☺️
That's a great list! Very insightful. OMG, so true about coffee! If you've ever been to Europe, nobody (really nobody) walks around with paper coffee cups in their hands. How did this even become a thing in North America? In Europe you sit in a cafe and enjoy your coffee break. That's part of the "joie de vivre"/joy of living.
Also, so true about the news. You nailed that one :-) 👍
Yeah, I think it's viewed as a source of energy in the US and a moment to stop in Europe. I get a bit annoyed when it's viewed as a source of energy! Thanks Natasha! I'm still counting on you to be my vice president.
@@ElAgustin you got it! 😂
Thank you for reminding us the reality
Thank you! I really enjoyed this video. I'm 53, ran out of the house to run a few errands, forgot my phone,,,,, I loved it! I'm old enough to remember when we didn't have these crazy things attached to us. Thanks for all your good content. I'm curious what percentage of your income you strive to spend. I'm currently trying to keep it at 60%
It’s impossible for me to leave my phone behind because of anxiety over safety stuff. The hiking example is a perfect one. I want my phone there in case there’s an emergency!
My favourite video thank you thank you.
Man these are a very realistic and efficient tips that we're not aware of, especially when you talked about "Toxic Productivity", sometimes I am trying to force myself to stick a daily routine of learning but I am just burning my mind and at the end of the day I am not accomplishing anything...Sometimes slowing down the pace is what we need
Yes, slowing down makes you feel refreshed and more "productive." Time doesn't make people productive if you're stressed out all the time! Thanks for watching!
Good video. Thanks!
Hey Augustino, as my most beloved "forth" youtuber, thanks for the advice! I already follow many of these principles, love to listen to full albums, walk long ways instead of running and so on. Good to hear someone else is doing the same! I wish you'll find some beautiful flowers to smell! Greatings from Germany!
Thanks! Ricky Bobby said, "If you ain't first, you're last," but El Agustin says, "If you ain't first, you're having a good time!"
Good morning. So you make me push the notify with all notifications button. Damn you. I love this video, except lay off of my Keurig machine. I love it, especially with Peets Major Dickinson. Also, I do schedule my doctors appointments as I am leaving their office for my 6 month or even 1 yr visit so that my brain can actually forget about setting that appointment. I hate last minute anything. I am loving your content. You are laid-back, funny and you had me dying on my morning commute with the diarrhea farts and poop comment. We’re all going to die so we should live well and videos about slow living our everything. Keep up the amazing work.
I love this. This is information that I can use in my life ❤😂thank you so much for your video
Magnificent presentation. Brilliant content ❤
Muy buen video Agustín 👏
I am an artist, I will hopefully start doing shows this summer. At this time it is impossible for me to slow down, I wish I could. It's not that I need to be #1 at what I do, but I don't want to be at the bottom either. I take pride in my work and my presentation, so it is really hard for me to slow my mind down.
I am hoping after I do my first show, things will change. Your videos make great sense, but sometimes they are really hard to live up to.
Love the sincerity of you channel ❤️
Thanks! I'm trying!