coach, writer, educator downshifting, sustainable living, sustainable business
Those who have experienced downshifting for themselves will tell you that downshifting happens on many different levels – physical, psychological, emotional, spiritual. It can challenge and delight us in so many unexpected ways. About 10 years ago, I experienced a shift in consciousness on my downshifting journey that I found shocking, but also liberating in [...]
I’d like to invite you to think for a moment about those activities that you enjoy doing most now, as an adult, and see if you can remember how you learnt to do them. Were you taught in a formal way? Did you teach yourself? Did you learn through performing tasks, reading about it or [...]
How much of your life is controlled by others and how much by you? Last month, I was fortunate enough to spend a weekend relaxing and walking in South Yorkshire and the Peak District. The weather was what we optimistically call “changeable” here in the UK! I’m not averse to carrying on walking in a [...]
• Give everyone in the family the opportunity to voice their opinions on where they want to go and what they want to do. Distinguish between “needs” and “wants.” For example, if one member of the family says “I want to go to Scotland” but others don’t agree, find out what it is about Scotland [...]
Some people call living a sustainable lifestyle, “conscious living”. “Conscious” in this sense means in a state of awareness where we are mindful of our behaviour, our actions and the likely consequences of them. When we live consciously – sustainably- we live with an awareness of our connection to the universe and the part we [...]
Are you committed to downshifting or de-stressing your life but can’t find the motivation you need to take the first step? Are there some external factors in your life, such as hefty mortgage repayments or an unsupportive partner that you feel are preventing you from realising your dream? Some conventional methods for moving ourselves forward [...]
Are you committed to downshifting or de-stressing your life but can’t find the motivation you need to take the first step? Are there some external factors in your life, such as hefty mortgage repayments or an unsupportive partner that you feel are preventing you from realising your dream? Some conventional methods for moving ourselves forward [...]
As a parent, how do you spot the signs of stress in your child? When is it time to intervene and to help your child simplify their life? 10 years ago this year I was in a terrible quandary. Both of my sons were showing signs of stress. My youngest son (then age 6), who [...]
This site seeks to explore the heart and soul of downshifting to a more sustainable, ethical and holistic way of living and working, in keeping with the needs of the planet, humanity as a whole and ourselves as individuals. (read more)
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