The Simple & Calm Interview Series

"Writing and adventuring with the added advantage of discovering the possibilities of a simpler lifestyle."

It’s hard to say when the exact day was when I realised I wanted to simplify my life. I’d known for a while that I needed to break free from the…

Oct 1, 2023 •

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"Living simply comes down to small choices every day and a deep desire to really experience the moment."

a nature writer and photographer with a passion for wildlife conservation living in a small rural town in Aotearoa/New Zealand. Through gardening, I…

Sep 10, 2023 •

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Zenobia Southcombe

"Keep looking until you find the people who celebrate your uniqueness. Better to be alone for a while instead of keeping company with those…

Just a shoutout to all the Substack people who are embracing simplicity at a much younger age. I am learning so much from you and am inspired by the way…

Sep 3, 2023 •

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"Struggling to slow down and find simplicity isn't something to feel guilty about. It's not our fault."

The Simple & Calm Interview Series - Episode 5

Aug 27, 2023 •

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"Start small. No need to overhaul your life in less than 24 hours"

There wasn't an exact date, but it was sometime after having my first child. Motherhood is beautiful but it is also quite overwhelming at times. I was…

Aug 20, 2023 •

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"Make your OWN perfect life, just for you, with flaws and mistakes and holes in it"

Ultimately, start living your own life, on your own terms as soon as possible. Wake up to the fact that you only have so many days on planet earth and…

Aug 13, 2023 •

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“Pay attention. This won’t last and you must be here for it.”

Today’s guest is Katy O who writes The Mindful Librarian here on Substack. If you’re looking for book recommendations, cute dog photographs and musings…

Aug 6, 2023 •

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"The simple things are also the most extraordinary things, and only the wise can see them"

The Simple & Calm Interview Series - Episode 1

Jul 30, 2023 •

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Alicia M. Rodriguez

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