In Praise of Slowness. Book Summary

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Carl Honoré

What’s inside

This book challenges the modern conception that faster is always better and encourages readers to embrace slowness.

You’ll Learn

  • Understand the benefits of slowing down
  • Learn practical ways to incorporate ‘slow’ into everyday life
  • Explore different ‘slow’ movements around the world
  • Gain insights into the harmful effects of high-speed living

Key Points

  • The problem with today’s speed-obsessed society
  • Benefits of Slow Movement
  • Application of slowness in daily life
  • The Slow Food Movement
  • The significance of ‘slow’ in technology

Who’s it For

  • Anyone feeling overwhelmed by the pace of modern life
  • People seeking to improve their mental health
  • Readers interested in self-improvement and mindfulness

About the author

Carl Honoré is a Canadian journalist and author, known for his advocacy of the Slow Movement.