When Did Being Slow Become a Flaw?

When Did Being Slow Become a Flaw?

Slow living is not a trend. For some of us, it was always the natural pace-until we were taught to be ashamed of it. Most of us can remember hearing it at some point. ‘Hurry up.’ ‘Come on.’ ‘You’re taking forever.’ We hear those messages so often as children...
Why You Can’t Rest Even When You Try

Why You Can’t Rest Even When You Try

Has your heart ever skipped a beat when the phone rings in the middle of the night? Or when the doorbell goes off at an unexpected hour? Or when you find yourself walking down a dark, unfamiliar street? In those moments, something changes instantly inside your body....
The Power of Rest: From NASA Naps to Yoga Nidra

The Power of Rest: From NASA Naps to Yoga Nidra

While preparing for a sleep workshop, I came across an interesting concept ‘NASA naps.’ I am familiar with Yoga Nidra but NASA naps was something new to me. Curious, I looked into it and discovered that they are simply short, strategic naps designed to improve...
How To Priortise Rest In 2026

How To Priortise Rest In 2026

Happy New Year! The first days of the new year can feel physically and mentally draining. There is a pressure to start January right. But sometimes, things don’t go according to the plan, we had extreme snowfall in Scotland leading to school closures and...