Finding Balance: Slowing Down, Embracing Nature, and Exploring Crime Fiction

Are you struggling to find a sense of balance and peace in your life amidst the constant demands and distractions of modern living? In this episode, I candidly solo chat about the importance of slowing down, listening to our bodies, and carving out space for self-care and mindfulness. I draw on inspiration from recent experiences, such as attending the Capital Crime Writing Festival in London and celebrating International Nature Journalling Week. As usual, I share helpful prompts to help you cultivate a more balanced and fulfilling life. THIS EPISODE: Slowing Down  Listening to your body and honouring what it needs Learning from mistakes that deliver a message Carving out more space for you by saying no Nature Journalling Embracing the practice of mindful observation Recording experiences with the natural world Engaging all five senses National Crime Month Capital Crime Writing Festival in London The allure of crime fiction Reflecting on the darkness and the hope presented by the protagonists Thank you for tuning in to the Writing with Purpose podcast. _ _ _ A new episode is released every Saturday at 8 am. Please remember to subscribe, share and leave your thoughts as a review. This generous act helps other listeners find the podcast on their chosen platform and allows me to continue providing valuable insight and resources for you to gain from. Please connect with me on your preferred platform by ⁠⁠visiting my links page⁠ Access a ⁠free journal planner⁠ Join my bi-weekly Writing and Nature Connection ⁠newsletter⁠ Listen to my collaboration podcast, Soulful Reawakening