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There is something sacred about Saturdays. It’s typically a day when we get out of the house and get things done. Usually it’s stacked high with errands, checking off to do lists, and some added pressure to create the “perfect weekend.”

But for me, I enjoy Saturdays. I no longer see it as a day where accomplishing something is necessary. This shift ensures a successful weekend is not dependent on tasks. where time stretches like honey, and the world slows down just enough to catch your breath.

We live in a society that glorifies productivity. Even our rest days are often packed with plans. But for many of us, especially those who are highly sensitive, what we truly crave is space to just be.

That’s where slow living Saturdays come in.

What Is a Slow Saturday?

A slow Saturday isn’t defined by what you do, but how you feel while doing it.

It could mean:

Sipping coffee in your coziest socks.

Letting your favorite book pull you in for hours.

Journaling to the rhythm of your heart.

Saying no to obligations that don’t nourish you.

Simply existing — without guilt.

It’s about presence over performance. Stillness over speed. Nourishment over numbing.

My Ideal Slow Saturday (in Emojis)

If I had to describe my dream Saturday using only emojis, it would be:

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Cozy. Quiet. Comforting. A little bit romantic. The kind of day that feels like a warm hug from the universe. These are the days that help my. soul settle and regenerate for a new week ahead.

Now I want to hear yours:

What does your ideal slow Saturday look like — in emojis?

Drop them in the comments below or reflect in your journal. Let it be a tiny ritual of intention.

Why We Need Slow Days

Slow days give our nervous systems a break. They remind us we’re allowed to exist outside of urgency. They offer a counterbalance to the chaos — a return to softness, presence, and inner peace.

Especially for those of us who are neurodivergent or carry invisible struggles, slow days aren’t just a luxury. They are a necessity for healing, soul-searching and comforting moments.

A Gentle Invitation

This Saturday, give yourself permission to do less. Romanticize your rest. Protect your peace like a sacred flame. Let stillness be enough.

You don’t need to earn your rest. You were born worthy of it.

Let’s Connect

What are your go-to slow Saturday rituals? Or better yet, describe your vibe with just emojis! I’d love to feature a few in next week’s post.

“Almost everything will work again if you unplug it for a few minutes… including you.”

Anne Lamott

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