The Slow Life Journey — cats

One of the key principles of slow living is mindfulness, and pets can be a great reminder to be present and aware in the moment. When you're playing with your dog, for example, you're not thinking about work or your to-do list. You're focused on the present, and the joy and connection you feel with your pet.

Taking a ten minute walk each day is enough to boost your mood and help ground you back to the current moment. If you choose to take the headphones off, and walk for the purpose of slowing down and being present, it's amazing who you'll talk to and what you'll see and hear.