First published 2018
Brooke McAlary felt trapped by endless demands to succeed and accumulate more possessions. She realized that chasing status left her exhausted and empty, missing simple pleasures like forest walks and genuine moments with family. McAlary made a radical choice to step away from conventional expectations and rebuild her life around what truly mattered. She shares her personal journey from breakdown to breakthrough, offering readers concrete strategies for creating meaningful change. The book covers practical steps from decluttering physical spaces to cultivating mindfulness in daily routines. McAlary addresses common obstacles people face when trying to slow down and provides guidance for navigating the transition. Her approach emphasizes connection, gratitude, and intentional living over material achievement. This guide speaks to anyone feeling overwhelmed by modern life's relentless pace, showing how to find peace and joy through deliberate simplicity.
Genres: self-help, memoir, non-fiction, personal-development
Vibes: inspirational, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: personal-journey, self-discovery
288 pages · Hardcover · Sourcebooks