Wellness, travel & everyday living
“Almost everything will work again if you unplug it for a few minutes, including you.”
— Anne Lamott
This deceptively simple observation has become something of a rallying cry for the slow living movement. In a culture of perpetual productivity, the radical act may simply be stopping — and being unapologetic about it.
In Scandinavian countries, the concept of friluftsliv (open-air living) and lagom (just enough) have long governed how people balance work and rest. Intentional rest is not the same as scrolling your phone. It involves activities that restore attention: walking without a destination, cooking a meal slowly, or simply sitting quietly for twenty minutes.
A surprising cultural shift is underway. Gen Z, the generation that grew up on TikTok and Instagram, is leading a quiet retreat from social media. New data from Pew Research shows 28% of 18–24 year-olds have permanently deleted at least one major social app in the past 12 months.
The reasons cited are consistent: anxiety, time lost, and a desire for deeper real-world connection. Journaling apps, walking clubs, and reading groups are picking up the slack.