Hello! Welcome to the Slow Life Window of Dreams and Hopes!
In this blog, I would like to share with you the joy of a Slow Life, a life that is a little different from the life bound by time and many restrictions.
I am Shingo, the owner of this blog. I hope you will enjoy it.
Slow Life generally refers to a style of enjoying daily life at your own pace without being rushed by time.
Cities are convenient, but they may be a little difficult to spend time slowly.
Still, you can take time to calm your mind even in a busy life, such as enjoying a delicious coffee or watching a beautiful sunset.
For those who value this kind of time, improving the quality of life is not so difficult.
Our lives have become more convenient than in the past, but we are still required to be efficient at work and in our private lives, and we are often pressed for time, which makes us feel stressed.
With the advancement of information technology, we can connect with anyone at any time, so many people may not have time to rest their mind and body in their daily lives.
In such a situation, more and more people are opposed to rapid social change and work efficiency, and Slow Life is starting to attract attention.
The biggest advantage of Slow Life is stress reduction.
A busy life makes you lose peace of mind and causes strong stress.
Everyone wants more free time and a stress-free life.
If you can practice Slow Life at your own pace on a daily basis, it will have a positive effect on your health.
When you hear the term Slow Life, many people may think of living in the countryside, but rural life is not necessarily the same as Slow Life.
It is true that time passes more slowly in the countryside than in the city, but there are still many different challenges to overcome.
Moving to the countryside has become popular recently, but I have heard that some people give up because they “can’t get used to the local customs” or “it’s inconvenient and difficult to live there.”
Even if you live in the city, if you can feel and enjoy a relaxed time, that can also be considered part of the Slow Life.
A Slow Life is full of fun and joy
- Children have a lot of fun at amusement parks and zoos.
- Young people enjoy fashion and sports.
- Parents with children go camping and have fun at amusement parks with their children.
- When people have more free time, they become interested in acquiring new knowledge and know-how, and they enjoy outdoor activities, fashion, hobbies, and food.
- Regardless of age, we choose to live our lives by always choosing to do things that are fun and joyful!
① Live a Slow Life
You can change the way you spend your day by taking a little more effort than usual to cook, savoring your meals slowly, cleaning carefully, and taking a long bath.
② Pay attention to the information you need
In today’s world, everyone can access a lot of information in real time.
It is convenient, but on the other hand, we are often overwhelmed by unnecessary information, which can lead to time waste and mental fatigue.
It is also said that the blue light from smartphones can tire the nerves of the eyes.
③ Value time for hobbies
Working hard during the weekdays and just sleeping on the weekends will greatly reduce the fulfillment of your life.
It is important to find time to do what you love, immerse yourself in what you like, and refresh your mind and body.
④ Reassess your work
There are many people who find their work rewarding and lively.
On the other hand, if your current job is too busy and you don’t have time for it, you may need to reassess it.
This is because if you are too demanding about the quality and quantity of your work, you will lose your peace of mind.
Consider transferring to another department or changing jobs before you reach your mental limit.
⑤ Spice up your interior
By tweaking your interior, you can make your room feel more spacious.
By making small changes such as “making the room more spacious,” “putting potted plants in,” and “using natural materials for your sofa and bed,” you can create a relaxing and comfortable space.
In this way, practicing the Slow Life is deeply connected to a fun and happy daily life!
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1) Stress reduction
By freeing yourself from a busy life, you can reduce mental stress and maintain a healthy mind and body!
2) Sustainability
By valuing the natural environment and living a life of minimal consumption, you can use things without waste!
3) Fulfilling relationships.
By valuing time with family and friends, listening carefully to what others have to say, and deepening communication, you can build rich relationships!
4) Self-discovery.
By spending time on your interests and hobbies, you can gain deeper knowledge and increase the opportunities to learn new skills!
① English proficiency as a Slow Life
- English is a necessary knowledge to reflect on yourself and develop an international sensibility.
Regardless of age, the desire to learn English is very important. - Understand different cultures through English and find the fun of continuing to learn a language at your own pace.
- Enjoy English conversation at a slow pace through online lessons and face-to-face interactions.
- Improve yourself by reading and listening to popular books, movies, and valuable news.
② Outdoors as a Slow Life
- The outdoors is a great way to relax by interacting with nature.
- Spending time in nature, whether hiking, camping, or climbing, is a great way to refresh your mind and body.
- Spending time leisurely while enjoying the beauty of nature is also part of a fun Slow Life.
- Enjoy your daily life by living a Slow Life in harmony with nature at a comfortable pace.
③ Fashion as a Slow Life
- Fashion is a form of self-expression. Part of a Slow Life is to use high-quality items for a long time and cherish them, rather than chasing trends.
- Choosing sustainable materials and ethically produced clothing is a choice that is kind to our environment.
- Cherish your own style, choose simple everyday clothes that are free of waste, and enjoy a Slow Life.
④ Carrying out means Slow Life
- You can assemble computers and other devices by collecting and connecting the parts. DIY is also recommended.
- Enjoy the Slow Life by traveling, calligraphy, bonsai, painting, gardening, and other hobbies.
- Build up your physical strength by walking or doing your favorite sport.
⑤ Food and drink as part of the Slow Life
- The food we eat and drink is a very important element of the Slow Life.
- Grow your own vegetables in your home garden, and enjoy cooking with local specialties and seasonal ingredients.
- Trying new recipes is also a fun part of the Slow Life.
⑥ Japanese culture as part of the Slow Life
- There are countless masterpieces of literature in the world.
- However, aren’t there tendencies to rely on know-how books because you’re too busy?
- Aozora Bunko introduces many masterpieces, and anyone can read them freely. I would like to select and introduce my favorite works from this collection.
- I would also like to share information about learning Japanese.
This site will divide “Slow Life” into categories 1 to 6 above and share the fun and joy of living.
The French philosopher Pascal left behind the famous quote, “Life is killing time until you die.”
Now that I’ve reached retirement age, this quote has deeply impacted me.
I would be happy to share the fun and joyful Slow Life with all of you.
Thank you for reading to the end.