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Welcome to Generosity of Spirit, a gentle community for YOU. We find pockets of time for slow & gentle living, books, writing, journaling & life affirming work. You are so welcome here in our cosy space, grab a cuppa & stay a while... 🐢🙏📚☕💌
I am so happy you are here!
Together we are going to explore Slow & Gentle Living and how it can help you live a more peaceful, more productive and more enriching life.
Slow Living is for everyone- yes, even you!
Slow Living has something to offer for everyone. At it’s heart it is a gentle guiding philosophy offering you the chance to slow down, notice all the wonderful blessings around you, and direct your attention towards the things that truly matter to you.
We all feel the need to slow down sometimes, but no matter how hard we try sometimes it can feel so hard up against the rush and pressure of modern life. I want to help you explore this philosophy as part of a community.
Slow & Gentle Living has transformed nearly every aspect of my life. I live with anxiety and have struggled with confidence. Now, with a gentle and understanding approach, I am more productive and motivated than ever before, but I am kinder to myself. I feel closer to my authentic self and I have a deeper sense of gratitude for this wonderful life and the many tiny simple moments of joy all around. Most importantly for me, I invite peace and calm in and I feel a sense of contentment that wraps me up in loving and encouraging arms.
Slow Living can change your life for the better, and it is my sincere wish to introduce this kind and gentle philosophy to as many people as I can.
What others say about Generosity of Spirit…
Thank you Emily, I’m so glad you decided to share your work on Substack Your writing is beautiful – Molly Ella
You make slow living sound so easily accessible to everyone – Kristi Keller
If you don't already follow Emily you are missing out on such a lovely, gentle soul. Her writing is always wonderfully thought provoking – Louise Tilbrook
Always enjoyable to read your Slow Sunday Letter... like having a big sister sharing her life that comforts me. You're like a warm cuppa - Sekar
Thank you for your words, Emily. Your writing really speaks to me and every post I read inspires me to try something new, or do something I keep putting off! You really have a beautiful way with words, thank you for sharing them with us! – Amy Carroll
Your newsletter is wonderful by the way, I’m finding it both helpful and enjoyable 😊 Thank you for sharing with us! – Daisy Anne
Who am I?
Hello, I’m Emily. I live in a small home in Norwich, Norfolk.
I live and work part time in the city. I am an introvert and a lover of words.
I love being at home and embracing a slow and gentle way of life. I love writing and journaling. I have recently rekindled my love of reading and have been exploring all sorts of genres this year.
I live with anxiety, and so I adopt various methods of self care in order to create a safe and gentle way of life. It has taken me years to embrace my anxiety, and what it means for me. I believe my anxiety has given me the opportunity to learn about my unique and authentic self, and invited me to take the time to nourish my spirit in order to live with peace in my heart.
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Why Generosity of Spirit?
Generosity of Spirit is the openness and willingness to share our ‘gifts’ , our ‘spirit’ (both emotional and material) freely with others .
I am so excited to create a community of people who want to explore Slow & Gentle Living, so if you are curious or love living slowly please do subscribe and join us!
You can expect…
Slow & Gentle Living inspiration
Journal prompts and guidance
Insights into ‘A Writer’s Life’
An exploration into the world of self care and mindfulness
All talk of books, stories and words in my monthly Book Lovers Chat!
An open space to learn together as a community and share experiences
On the first Sunday of every Month - I publish my Book Lovers Chat
Book Lovers Chat : Alongside a video catch up with you all, I will share my recent and current reads, as well as reviews and recommendations. There will be some bonus book lovers fun like reading challenges, classic literature exploration, TBR list building guidance, reading tips and encouragement.
Once a month (following Book Lovers) - I publish A Writer’s Life
A Writer’s Life : An insight into my writing life, these will be full of guidance for those wishing to embrace writing more! From journaling, to creating your own writing routine, to finding the perfect writing nook in your home. Together we will explore how to flourish in your creative life!
The following two Sunday’s a month - I publish my Slow Sunday Letter
Slow Sunday Letter : These represent a personal letter from me to you. I would love your company here at Generosity of Spirit as I encourage little moments for you in my weekly Slow Sunday Letters and of course, lots more Slow and Gentle Living inspiration.
Each of our journeys are unique, but that doesn’t mean we can’t get a little support and inspiration along the way!
My Top Posts:
“Slow down in your pursuit of happiness and it’s more likely to catch up with you.” Ernie J Zelinski
Please do consider subscribing - I would love to have you!
You can buy your very own Slow Living, Book Lovers and Writing inspired Merch designed by me! Do follow the link to take a look (hosted by Teemill):
You can also find me over on Instagram @emgemmale and @generosityofspirit.
Thank you for being here,
If you would like to support my work, you can buy me a coffee following this link!
I really hope I’m not the only person who zoomed in to see what’s on your bookshelf! 😀
Amazing hero post Emily!
I love that you are embracing slow living in your life. I find myself drawn to it as well. I think having the time to intentionally slow down is the only thing that keeps me sane in this chaotic world.
I am a lover of books too— might I suggest you read What I Know For Sure by Oprah Winfrey? It’s an amazing book.
All the best. I am so glad to be here✨