”Slow living is not about living your life in slow motion; it’s about doing everything at the right speed and pacing instead of rushing. By that same logic, slow living is not about losing time by going slowly; it’s about gaining time by doing the things that are most important to you.”
Slow Entertainment Resources
Slow TV in Norway
A fascinating video invites you to slow down and soak in unedited, real-time scenes of Norway — train rides, coastlines, and nature — offering a calming, meditative escape.
The Beauty of Slow Moviesl
This thoughtful video explores slow cinema, celebrating films with long takes, minimal dialogue, and contemplative pacing — offering a meditative, immersive experience that values time, mood, and subtle beauty
Slow TV is Here
This New Yorker article by Nathan Heller argues that slow TV — unedited, real-time broadcasts like a seven-hour train ride or a five-day boat trip — offers a restorative alternative to fast-paced media, turning your screen into a space for calm reflection rather than constant stimulation.
The 'Slow TV' movement: Why parents are turning back the clock on kids' programming
This ABC News article explains how more parents are embracing “slow TV” — choosing gentler, nostalgic kids’ shows like Winnie the Pooh and Bluey to counteract overstimulating modern media.
Slow Reading in a Fast-Paced World: Rediscovering the Joy of In-Depth Engagement
This extensive article argues that slow reading—reading deliberately and reflectively—can restore depth, improve comprehension, and bring joy to reading. It advocates resisting skimming and digital haste to rediscover the art of thoughtful engagement.
The slow revolution: how Gen z is falling in love with stillness on screen
This PAC MAG article argues that many Gen Z viewers are embracing Slow Cinema — films defined by long takes, silence, and unhurried pacing — as a mindful, countercultural response to fast-paced digital content.
How Slow Reading Can Change Your Brain
This video argues that slow reading, rather than speed-reading, reshapes your brain — enhancing comprehension, emotional depth, and creativity, while pushing back against a culture built for quick information consumption.