Hi friends, I’m Michelle from Opting Out, based in Brighton, UK. Here I share regular posts on slow living, rest, and opting out of burnout culture, plus my weekly Weekend Mood Board of what’s currently inspiring me. Paid subscribers also get access to the Slow Reading Group (we’re currently reading “Rest is Resistance”), live Co-Resting sessions, yoga nidra audios and pre-recorded full-length restorative and yin yoga classes.
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What I’m reading:
I’m often awake in the wee hours, so to help me go back to sleep, I read on my tablet in the dark. I’m slowly working my way through With the End in Mind by Kathryn Mannix, a book of anecdotes and contemplations on life and death, and having those Big Conversations early. It's very beautiful and makes me realise the preciousness of our short existence.
What I’m enjoying:
Fungi spotting, especially Fly Agaric:
What I’m listening to:
Contemporary harpist Mary Lattimore:
What I’m Noticing:
The joy of being cared for.
The beautiful autumn colours.
What I’m Eating:
Homemade pesto with parmesan. Lush!
What I’m Grateful For:
Morning tea and sunshine
Walks among trees
Moving my body
What I’m Looking Forward To:
Weekend concerts.
What’s Inspiring Me:
The Mandala
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I love hearing what’s on your list. Share below what you’re reading, listening to, or feeling inspired by right now.