What if the way we were taught to learn is part of why we stopped listening to ourselves?

This episode begins in stillness — with Ingrid returning from a local kids gathering that left her nearly wordless — and gently unfolds into a heartfelt conversation about presence, connection, and the invisible systems shaping how we live, learn, and relate.

We talk about what it feels like to be in a room full of people and still feel alone. We reflect on what real belonging means — the kind rooted not in roles or achievements, but in being seen. And we explore how capitalism has shaped our ideas of productivity, parenting, and education — and what becomes possible when we choose curiosity, play, and slow learning instead.

✨ In this episode:

* A soul-stirring encounter that felt like a message from something greater

* The quiet ache of surface-level connection — and how presence changes everything

* Why play matters — not just for kids, but for our creativity and healing

* Parenting as unlearning — especially when it comes to safety and agency

* The joy of creating from alignment rather than outcome

We also introduce Unhurried Voices, our new guest series with people walking a different kind of path. Maybe that’s you? 😊

📧 Write to us at [email protected]

Thank you so much for joining us today as we explore what it means to live an unhurried life.

➡️ If you’d like to continue the conversation, you can head to Ingrid’s website

https://www.IngridLillo.com

and follow her Substack, Unhurried Life, where she shares deeply insightful and vulnerable reflections on slowing down, embodiment, and living in alignment with our ancient physiology. Through her writing, she explores the complexities of modern life and the freedom that comes with choosing a different path—one rooted in presence, connection, and full authentic expression.

➡️ You can also reach out to Adrien at [email protected] and follow his journey on YouTube, where he shares his experience of transitioning from a corporate career to a slower, more intentional life in the Swedish forest. Through his content, he explores entrepreneurship, self-sufficiency, permaculture, and the pursuit of financial and personal freedom—offering insights on how to build a values-aligned life with multiple income streams, creativity, and a deep connection to nature.

We’re excited to grow alongside you.

Until next time, stay present and live unhurried. ❤️

Song mentioned in this episode: The Wanderer - We are all going home

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