The Art of Slowing Down

The Art of Slowing Down

Author: Tracey Benson October 27, 2020 Duration: 18:04

This year has been one of the most challenging yet, and with our lives shifting so dramatically over the past several months, it’s been all the more difficult to slow down and truly take inventory of the world around us. One thing I’m so grateful to have learned this year is the beauty behind slowing down. As someone who has always lived a relatively ‘fast’ life, this was such a necessary skill I needed to work on and has helped me to improve the quality of every aspect of my life.    


I’ve had the energy to dedicate space to my career and my close relationships, and have used this time as a way to reflect on how far I’ve come within my own personal growth. In this episode, I’m going to share how stopping to smell the roses has really benefited me over the last year, why it’s important to incorporate levity and play into our lives, and why developing the right mindset is a key component to achieving personal success. 


To learn more, tune in to Episode 26 of Joyful-Souls!


In This Episode You Will Learn:

  • The pros and cons of living a fast life & How my view has shifted on doing this (2:16)
  • How slowing down helped me cultivate stronger and more meaningful relationships (5:56)
  • Why we need to ‘take inventory’ in our own lives (8:28)
  • Why we need to incorporate play into our work lives (10:21)
  • How focusing on my coaching career has benefited me over the last ten years (12:21)
  • Why slowing down has reframed my perspective towards my clients (15:19) 


Let’s Connect!

Email: traceybenson@joyfulsouls.com


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Tracey Benson hosts Joyful-Souls with Tracey Benson, a space where conversations flow into the many facets of a life well-lived. Rather than offering quick fixes, this podcast explores the deeper connections between our physical well-being, spiritual practices, and the cultural frameworks that shape our daily existence. You'll hear genuine dialogues with people who are thoughtfully navigating their own paths, discussing how intentional choices in fitness, health, and personal belief systems can coalesce into a more resonant and fulfilling experience. Each episode feels like a thoughtful conversation, one that acknowledges the complexities of modern society while seeking out moments of clarity and purpose. Tracey guides these discussions with a natural curiosity, drawing out stories that are both personal and universally relatable. The result is a collection of audio experiences that encourage you to reflect on your own alignment and intentionality. For anyone interested in the intersection of mindful living and active engagement with the world, this podcast provides a consistent and thoughtful touchpoint. It’s a series dedicated to the idea that joy isn't just a fleeting emotion, but something cultivated through conscious attention to the body, the spirit, and the communities we inhabit.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 29

Joyful-Souls with Tracey Benson
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