E29 - (S3E9) The courage to slow down: a solo reflection on finding your pace in a world that won't stop rushing

What if slowing down was not a weakness, but a skill?In this solo reflection, Ksenia talks about how she went from constantly rushing (and feeling like rest was something she had to “earn”) to slowly learning the courage it takes to pause, breathe, and choose a different pace, even when the world (and her mind) is screaming “go faster.”She shares:- Why slowing down often feels so uncomfortable - The sneaky guilt that comes with resting or moving slowly- Moments from her own life when the rush nearly took over- Gentle, doable ways to start listening to your body and mind and slowing down before burnout forces you to stopIf you’ve ever wondered why it feels so hard to rest or worried that slowing down will make you fall behind, this episode is your reminder: rest is not “wasting time” or being lazy. Slowing down is a skill you can learn and practice, one that will enrich your life and, in the long run, make you more focused and productive.______________LEAVE YOUR WORK AT WORK: Free audio training + guided meditationGet it here >>> https://subscribepage.io/leaveworkatworktrainingSupport the showLet's hang out! 🎙️ Follow Moms, Mats, and Manuscripts for more conversations on academia, motherhood, and mindful living. And if this episode sparked something in you, don't forget to like and share the podcast so that more people can join our coffee-fueled chats! I'd also love to hear your thoughts and questions, and if you have ideas for future episodes, drop me a line. We're also on Instagram:@moms.mats.manuscripts@shantiscience_yogaReach out: [email protected]