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 recently started “The Sound of a Wild Snail Eating”), live Co-Resting sessions, yoga nidra audios and pre-recorded full-length restorative and yin yoga classes.
It’s my dream to create a community of misfits, questioners and resters. Are you in? ✨
What I’m reading:
Finished Katabasis this week, I was a bit disappointed. Having loved Babel so much, I found this one to be a bit clunky with the info-dumping, and a super-cheesy ending.
What I’m enjoying:
Seeing one of my all-time favourite bands Babyshambles last weekend at a big London gig. A top birthday present!
What I’m Noticing:
Dramatic winter skies.
What I’m listening to:
The new Goblin Band album “Loaf of Wax”.
What I’m Eating:
Sweet potatoes with harissa red pepper, lentil and leek sauce.
What I’m Grateful For:
Restorative yoga.
Finding the slow in the busy.
What I’m Looking Forward To:
Part two of a Buddhist retreat this weekend.
What’s Inspiring Me:
Francis Weller talking about the “long dark” of grief (thanks to Shea for the recommendation)
I love to hear what’s on your list - drop a comment below!