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Slowing down allows us to appreciate the beauty in everyday moments from "summary" of The Art of Stillness by Pico Iyer
In our fast-paced world, it can be easy to overlook the beauty in everyday moments. We rush from one task to the next, always focused on what's next on our to-do list. But when we slow down, when we take the time to pause and appreciate the world around us, we open ourselves up to a world of beauty we may have never noticed before. By slowing down, we give ourselves the opportunity to truly see the world around us. We notice the way the sunlight filters through the leaves of a tree, creating a dappled pattern on the ground. We hear the birds singing in the early morning, their songs a reminder of the beauty of nature. We feel the warmth of a cup of tea in our hands, the steam rising in delicate tendrils. When we slow down, we also give ourselves the chance to connect with the pe...
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