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Slow is the New Fast
We live in a culture addicted to speed. Fast food. Fast Wi-Fi. Fast shipping. But here’s the paradox: the faster we rush, the more we tend to lose.

Todd Rowley
Sep 20, 20253 min read


The Pathway to Paying Attention
Why Attention Matters Most of us live in a world that prides itself on speed. Faster connections, instant responses, constant updates. Yet in the rush, something vital slips away: the ability to truly notice. Paying attention is more than focusing on a task; it’s opening yourself to the richness of the moment. It’s the difference between rushing past a flowerbed and seeing the intricate folds of a single bloom. It can be the literal stopping to smell the roses. How can you pr

Todd Rowley
Sep 17, 20254 min read


The Busy Trap: Why We Confuse Activity with Meaning
Being busy, or Junk Food Activity, doesn’t equate to meaning in your life. It might sparkle and come in a nice colourful package, but it doesn’t necessarily add value.

Todd Rowley
Sep 15, 20253 min read


Vanlife and the Remote Work Revolution: How to Travel and Work from the Road
Imagine waking up to the sound of ocean waves or watching the sun rise over the mountains—all before your first Zoom call of the day. For a growing number of people, this isn’t a fantasy. It’s just another Monday. Remote work comes in many forms. Welcome to the remote work version of vanlife: where your office has four wheels, your backyard changes daily, and your morning commute might involve a hike, a surf session, or just a quiet coffee with a view. The New Frontier: Work

Todd Rowley
Jun 18, 20253 min read


How to Build a Simple Life
40% of Canadians say their personal level of stress is greater than it was a year ago, and over half (58%) notice others around them are...

Todd Rowley
Nov 21, 20243 min read


VanLife Unfiltered: Adventure, Simplicity, and Self-Discovery in a Changing Trend
The #VanLife movement, once a small community of adventurers and minimalists, has surged in popularity, captivating people with...

Todd Rowley
Sep 11, 20245 min read


Fernweh: The Irresistible Call of the Unknown
I often dwell in new places with mountains and rivers, waves and songbirds. These places are often...

Todd Rowley
Sep 6, 20244 min read


Nature Journaling
Nature Journaling - Where to begin

Todd Rowley
Jul 24, 20243 min read
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