Guide to Slow Living ~ Tips for a Simpler Life

[@ConnieRiet]

Slow down, Simplify, and Enjoy Life! How do you slow down in this fast-paced world?

[@kellyrogers9296]

As a mother of four daughters who are now 25 to 33, your comment about learning the value of the little things only when each one of your children flew the nest has been a sorrow that I have felt and wanted to share with others younger than me. I’ve lost time on unimportant things… today I do treasure my time with my adult children and boy what a lesson we’ve learned in this busy culture of ours. Young women young mothers listen slow down don’t sign up for everything. Don’t equate your value with your busyness. It is a curse and it is a lie, slow down look at your children in their eyes, smile when they enter a room ,sit down in the afternoon and have that cup of tea you do not have to be going going going all the time to prove that you are worthy!! You are a treasure!❤

[@mnice3784]

Thank you for this, often forgotten, yet important reminder❤ I cannot even tell you how much I needed to hear this.

[@ConnieRiet]

Spoken like a woman with true wisdom! Thank you so much for sharing and inspiring young mothers to slow down and enjoy their children.

[@cherrycain6425]

I am a mom to one son. He is 38. He moved out 2 years ago. Now he is a newlywed to the most precious young woman. I have survived Stage Two Esophageal Cancer, Last December I went into respiratory failure because of living in an old house full of black mold. I did a MAJOR declutter and moved into a 2 bedroom apartment. I actually enjoy getting up and cleaning and tidying up my house now. I’m going back to Bible Study and studying at home. I still have bouts with anxiety and depression but it’s getting better. I feel so much peace. ❤️🙏🏻✝️

[@bonjour88-x7u]

i am hiding from the Mold in my Hammock !

[@SIERRATREES]

Good for you. I find my church a great source of comfort in all sorts of ways. Cleaning your space is nice ; when its done, you say " I did that ! : .. best wishes

[@ConnieRiet]

I'm sorry to hear of your health issues. What a blessing that you have found a way to improve your mental and physical wellbeing.

[@bonjour88-x7u]

@@ConnieRiet now in my Hammock I am looking for a device to pull a rocking string while sleeping 🙂

[@cherrycain6425]

@@bonjour88-x7u you can’t hide from it, believe me.

[@gailtester8749]

Connie, as I embark on this next chapter in my life (69 and recently widowed and living alone in Utah), my aim is intentional, slow living. I want my whole life to be a living meditation. I often put on your videos and listen to them as a podcast as I walk or garden or cook and find your soothing comforting words of wisdom inspiring.

[@julianikolajeva9603]

Dear Connie, I am deeply grateful to you for what you do, for your contribution to people, their well-being, and mental health. For a very long time, I lived with the feeling that I was very strange. I am also a minimalist, the only one in my circle. Neither in my family nor among my acquaintances, friends, and colleagues is there a single minimalist. No one lives the way I do. And despite the fact that minimalism and slow living are the only possible options I have chosen for my life to feel comfortable, I still feel a bit like an outcast. But after discovering your channel, I realized that such people exist! There are few of us, but we do exist! And that means a lot to me. I will continue on this path because, in my opinion, minimalism and slow living are simply incredibly cool!

[@nareshbalwada4063]

You are a woman with a very beautiful mind who guides us. Thanks

[@ConnieRiet]

Aww! Thank you very much

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

Nature is where i feel at home 🌻👣

[@ConnieRiet]

I couldn't agree more!

[@juliebransfield529]

Reading actual literature is such an excellent act of self care.

[@gloriayouchisonbrown7734]

Your calm voice brings me peace ❤

[@ConnieRiet]

I'm so glad.

[@TheMennomilist]

I like what you said how it is not possible to give what you don't have. I feel that is what my mom does. She is 74 and has a very full schedule always but is worn out and says how tired she is. I am always telling her to take a week to just rest and not see people, but she doesn't do it. Then she tells me she doesn't have time to clean her cluttery house. . .but she does if she makes time to. I have offered to help her too. I love nature's beauty so much! I love the walking stick! How cute!

[@ConnieRiet]

Your mom is very lucky to have your love and support.

[@taligrossman9942]

Your calm voice makes want to watch your videos all the time.& the beautiful videos.❤ thank you 🙏

[@ConnieRiet]

Aww! Thank you so much. I'm glad you enjoy them.

[@love-hd8ny]

I feel listening to your voice and words that I'm left behind in life. I get scared sometimes to let go of busyness. I hope one day I can be okay to just be still.

[@A1B1-k6g]

Thank you Connie! What an inspiration. Bless you :)

[@petebergren2402]

I LOVE this video! I can relate to literally everything! Thank you so much! I started slowing down as I was eating last week and started to take note of every flavor and texture. I enjoyed it so much more than I would have if I just gobbled it up! So, I am starting to make slow living a lifestyle and, hopefully someday, I can work for myself and not for anyone else. THANKS AGAIN!

[@ConnieRiet]

YAY! Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us. I find that slow living is mostly about enjoying everyday things. This is true living! Sending you thoughts of continued peace and happiness.

[@ЕкатеринаШапкина-н6д]

Спасибо, вы потрясающая!!! ❤️ Для меня ваши видео, как воздух. Да благословит вас Бог 🙏

[@jayharmonyhub]

Very calming and soothing 😊

[@Linda-fg2rz]

Thank you for sharing your tips for peace in this world we live. Take care

[@MargitIványi]

Thank you. It gave me peace this morning.

[@jbridgehall4]

Thank you so much for these reminders.

[@VickieBlount]

I love your videos! They bring me such peace and relaxation during my day … keeping me grounded on what is truly important ❤️

[@shanthivasudevan133]

Happy to see this video. You are leading a happy and peaceful life. It's good that everyone should follow your path after our responsibilities are over. God bless you

[@ConnieRiet]

Thank you!

[@Linda-nc6pc]

Thank You Connie for this video. In a world filled with distractions we sometimes forget to smell the flowers, the little things that make us happy. Let us all make a small change to slow down and enjoy the little things. ❤

[@ConnieRiet]

I completely agree!

[@janicegiordano3688]

Thanks for another great video to remind us to slow down and appreciate our surroundings and the peace and calm we can get from slowing down. I'd love information on your beaded bracelet.

[@ConnieRiet]

I'm so glad you liked the video. I got this bracelet from a small jewelry maker in Spain. I was so impressed with his shop so much my husband and I became friends with him and his wife. @naturalwomanjewelry

[@Cynthia-gk3fk]

I like my life of hobbies and maxilism. Cleaned out excess clothes, other than that I like keeping busy. I have to force myself to stay current with current events. Who feels the same?

[@marshamengel1769]

Your 'bookends' quote really resonated with me! I always enjoy your content, Connie, but this post reached my core! Thank you! ❤

[@ConnieRiet]

Thank you! I'm thrilled you liked it.

[@monikazaludova8933]

4:20 - so helpful & true. Thank you, Connie!

[@sherde10]

So so beautiful Connie thank you xxxx

[@MindSoulGrit]

Thank you for sharing these. I am all for the slow-living life and have been since a severe burnout from work. Also, can we acknowledge how beautiful this place is where she is walking? I love it!

[@ConnieRiet]

Burnout is a real issue. Even I can fall victim to doing too much, pushing too hard and falling apart as a result. Take care of yourself my friend☺

[@MindSoulGrit]

@@ConnieRiet Thank you! ❤

[@DellaOatway]

Your videos bring me joy and happiness and peace. Love the soothing music. I look forward to to your video thank you 🙏

[@bex438]

This was a beautiful video & message, thank you for sharing this Connie ❤️

[@Theuntrendymom]

The scenery❤

[@lindsayhall6773]

I love your videos, they inspire me so much. Thank you for taking the time to make and share the videos and l admire your discipline.x

[@pamuna111]

Dear Conny, thank you for your wonderful Videos! They ar so goud for my soul. I live in Germany and enjoy your Videos. All live for You ❤

[@ConnieRiet]

I love Germany! My daughter has lived in Munich for 4 years. Beautiful country!

[@dbartz5510]

You spoke to my heart!❤️

[@grahamwevans9383]

Thank you Connie. Your videos are so uplifting. 🙏

[@ConnieRiet]

Thank you for that!

[@gailhorrocks]

Your surroundings have a definite effect on your mind. It's difficult at times to remove hectic comings and goings.

[@janine1517]

Thank you so much for this. I can relate to this so much and watching this was a wonderful way to start the day, means a lot and I really appreciate your wise words x

[@tinalemna7998]

What a beautiful and peaceful video 🙏🏻

[@microhouselife]

Your videos on slow living are absolutely captivating. I admire your dedication to sharing such a unique lifestyle with us all. I'm still at the beginning of my own channel where I also explore similar themes, but with just a handful of views and 50 subscribers, it can be disheartening at times. Seeing your content gives me hope and motivation to continue creating and sharing my own experiences. Thank you for the inspiration and keep up the fantastic work!

[@ConnieRiet]

Aww! Thank you so much. I completely understand how disheartening YT can be. It took me 2.5 years to get 1,000 subscribers. If you love the message you are putting out into the world, don't give up. Sending you thoughts of continued success and happiness.

[@virginiaafulcher9626]

Have a beautiful day as well, Connie! 💜🐦🥀🐝

[@ConnieRiet]

Well, thank you so much my friend.

[@virginiaafulcher9626]

@@ConnieRiet You're welcome!

[@marissaclaridge7627]

Thank you Connie for another lovely video❤❤❤

[@ConnieRiet]

my pleasure

[@edwardjacknitsky5630]

Very beautiful.

[@cynthiahunt8061]

Been waiting for your video. Thanks Connie. You inspire me

[@ConnieRiet]

I'm so glad to hear that!

[@patriciarussell756]

Having A busy life as a single mom, and as a preschool teacher, peace is something hard to find. Lately I have been saying no to a lot of things and some people don't understand. I am craving nature and peace. As soon as I find a moment it seems an adult child is on the phone. I know they need an ear to listen to their troubles, but ...... They are still in that hurry scary mode. They don't understand yet. At times I feel I must fight for my peace. But I'm going to keep trying for it.

[@AtoZ-lq1ur]

Me too. It's hard to find peace when you are working in school as a teacher. My mind is full of chaotic schedules of every day teaching. I want to resign but i can't afford not to have a job now because i have a son to feed

[@ConnieRiet]

Thank you for sharing your story with us! You have discovered what is most valuable for you... peace. If you always lean into that, you will soon see more of it in your life. Sending you thoughts of abundant peace my friend.

[@revighetto]

Love It!

[@miaaizon]

I really enjoy yout video so calming. By the way who is the person behind the camera. So is it just you who do eveything?

[@mariamirolyubova6921]

Thank you for this video! I live in the countryside with my family after having moved here from the capital. Learning, or I should say, re-learning a lot of things. Learning about slow-living. Best regards from a viewer in Ukraine! ❤

[@ConnieRiet]

Thank you for your support! I find that when I connect with nature, I'm the best version of myself. My editor is from Kyiv. I look forward to seeing your country someday!

[@louisianarainwater]

💚💚💚

[@donnarakitzis2719]

Tbe less I do the happier😊 I am

[@aileenjackson1706]

The only perfect thing in life is nature.

[@JolanaKonarikova]

🌸🌸🌸🌸🌸

[@pamuna111]

Sorry, I meen love

[@turnovertheleaf5505]

What is your age?

[@bonjour88-x7u]

do less - live longer ^ as Diogen the greek told us