Natacha Filion

“Life in the fast lane counteracts resilience. It prevents its development. This is because resilience grows stronger by practicing mindfulness. When you’re always on the go, there’s no time to be mindful about life’s struggles.”
― Damon Zahariades, The Art of Going SLOW: How to Simplify Your Life, Calm Your Mind, and Focus on What Truly Matters to You!

“This is also known as the parasympathetic nervous system (PSNS). It’s a set of neural pathways that helps you relax after a threat is resolved and your body’s fight-or-flight response is no longer needed.”
― Damon Zahariades, The Art of Going SLOW: How to Simplify Your Life, Calm Your Mind, and Focus on What Truly Matters to You!

“Slowing down allows you to face challenging situations head-on. It also gives you an opportunity to learn how to navigate adversity down the road. You discover how to overcome obstacles, bouncing back from them rather than feeling overwhelmed.”
― Damon Zahariades, The Art of Going SLOW: How to Simplify Your Life, Calm Your Mind, and Focus on What Truly Matters to You!

“They don’t call the boss and say, “Sorry, I’m uninspired today. As soon as the inspiration hits me, I’ll be in.”
― Johanne R. Deschamps, How To Write A Book In A Week: A Writer's Guide To Meeting A Deadline