Host Annemarie Stolting explains her "why" behind starting the podcast "Let's Slow Down." Fed up with feeling too busy and overwhelmed by the many demands of everyday life, Annemarie set out to reclaim her time and energy and start living life on her own terms. Her hopes are to create a community that supports slower living and host meaningful discussions on the topic.

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*This interview was recorded in November 2022

Today I am joined by Sue Murphy, educator, mother and founder of Mindful and Empowering Kids. This is an organization that empowers children using yoga, mental & physical fitness, along with breathing and mindful activities to teach social and emotional intelligence while strengthening and calming their bodies. Learn more at: 3tobemekids

Additional topics covered in this episode are:

-how empowering children creates confident adults

-foundational skills we all need to be our best selves and communicate clearly to prosper

-how therapy can help us to build coping skills

-getting out of the “rat race”

-ways to navigate overwhelm and burn out

-meditation as a form of rest

-the importance of modeling how to be healthy to our children

-not all skills produce tangible results

You can find Sue on IG at https://instagram.com/mindful_and_empowering_kids

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Quotes:

“Throw the word “should” out!!!!” -Sue Murphy

“Nobody sees a flower really; it is so small. We haven’t time, and to see takes time - like to have a friend takes time.” -Georgia O’Keefe shared by Sue Murphy