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Slowing down can help you find inner balance

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November 10, 2025

We've all heard of the phrase ‘busy fools’. And it's true, sometimes we can find ourselves racing around, thinking we should be getting a badge of honour when really we're achieving very little.

- By Sharon Green

But the real power move is slowing yourself down - so says meditation teacher and business mentor Jo Irving (joirving.com).

The Mindset & Success Coach has shared her top 20 small but transformative shifts to you help you find an inner balance.

“True productivity isn't about doing more - it’s about feeling grounded, focused and fulfilled while you do it,” she says.

Here are her ready, steady, slow tips...

1. Say no with love - Decline anything that feels like a “should” rather than a soul-led yes.

2. Mono-task - Give one thing your full attention.

3. Create spacious mornings - Start your day without immediately grabbing your phone. A few quiet minutes for intention-setting can reset your nervous system.

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