Leaning into slowing down

PACE
Written By Robin E. S. Carter

photo credit: Andrej Lisako

In a world that promotes speed, it’s refreshing to read about the importance of slowing down. In PSYCHOLOGY TODAY, Jennifer Caspari, Ph.D. writes about the importance of rest and asks the question: “Who says I have to wait until 7 pm to slow down?”

Key points

  • Slowing down allows you to recharge and challenges the idea that you must prove your worth.

  • ‘’Should’ statements block slowing down. Notice thoughts about acting a set way and hold them lightly.

  • Discomfort about slowing down is an opportunity to expand your comfort zone and support your well-being.

“It is courageous to go against the internal and cultural messaging that you must constantly be accomplishing something.”
— Jennifer Caspari, Ph.D.
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