Ep 19 | The Urban Myth of Slow Living & Stress Reduction

We’ve all heard the mantra: slow down, savor the moment, live slowly.It sounds beautiful. But what if the way “slow living” is being sold is actually making you feel more guilt, anxiety, and less calm?In this episode, I’m flipping the script on slow living.I’ll take you inside:* Why the Instagram version of slow mornings and curated rituals doesn’t fit real life (and how that gap between expectation and reality is where stress sneaks in).* My own story of living both extremes, the days of yoga and sunshine rituals in Bangkok expat life vs. the messy, rushed mornings of motherhood and real life.* What regulation actually looks like: not perfection, not one pace, but presence and choice.Think Bruce Lee’s wisdom: Be like water.Fast. Slow. Still. Flowing. Adapting to what life actually asks of you.And if life feels like it’s rushing faster than your nervous system can keep up, I’ve created something that can help — The 5-Day Uncertainty Detox. https://www.mindsetinmayhem.com/uncertaintyIt’s simple, powerful, and designed for real life. You’ll find all the details in the show notes.Press play. Let’s unhook from the “shoulds” of slow living and find your real rhythm.X Carla Resource Links From The PodcastJoin the 5 Day Uncertainty Detox here or access to waitlist: https://www.mindsetinmayhem.com/uncertaintyMindset and Mayhems EFT YouTube channel with EFT Tutorials: https://www.youtube.com/@MindsetInMayhemMindset in Mayhem The Podcast: Episode 18 | The Gap Between Expectation & Reality This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit mindsetinmayhem.substack.com