Ep 31: Slowing Down to Experience More Joy with Veronique Ory

French Kissing Life

Ever wonder if slowing down could actually speed up your journey to joy? Veronique Ory joins me in this episode to share how embracing stillness transformed her career and outlook, proving that sometimes, less really is more. As a yoga instructor and storyteller, she traded the frenetic pace of New York's theater scene for a more mindful life in sunny Florida. From her grandfather's captivating tales to her own yoga-inspired book, this is a delightful reminder that life's sweetest moments often happen when we simply press pause. Get ready for a conversation that's as invigorating as a beachside yoga session in sunny Florida!
Topics covered:

• Veronique's journey from being a "starving artist" in New York City to moving to Florida and focusing on yoga.
• Importance of slowing down and finding joy in simple moments.
• The power of storytelling in creating human connections.
• The importance of thriving rather than just surviving.
• Finding ways to break out of limiting beliefs and old patterns.
• The benefits of movement, both physical and mental/emotional, in processing experiences.

Here are some actions you can take whether you have 5 minutes or 50:

• If you have 5 minutes, read this article from Psychology Today about how to slow down in life
  • https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/click-here-for-happiness/202302/how-to-slow-down-in-life
• If you have 50 minutes, watch this video, which is a TED talk from Pico Iyer, who talks about strategies we can use to take back time in our days, especially for those of us who feel overwhelmed by daily demands and constant distractions.
  • https://www.ted.com/talks/pico_iyer_the_art_of_stillness?utm_campaign=tedspread&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=tedcomshare

_______________________________________________
Connect with Veronique:
Website: http://yogawithveronique.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/veroniqueory

_________________________________________________________
Contact French Kissing Life Podcast

• DM us at @shawnnarstiver on Instagram or Facebook
• Connect with Shawnna Stiver on LinkedIn
• Email us at [e-mail]

I want to hear from you! Share your favorite takeaways, an aha moment you had or a fun emoji that represents this week’s show, along with your Instagram handle or email address and you’ll be entered to win this month’s giveaway!
Until next time, muah!

_________________________________________________________
French Kissing Life is sponsored by Ampersand Copy and Content. Ready to convert browsers into buyers? If you want to master your messaging, stand out in a saturated market and become a crushed-on, go-to brand, contact us today!

Website: https://ampersandcopyandcontent.com/
Email: [e-mail]

Chapters

1. Ep 31: Slowing Down to Experience More Joy with Veronique Ory (00:00:00)

2. Power of Storytelling and Yoga (00:00:02)

3. Generational Resilience and Artistic Expression (00:12:32)

4. Transitioning to Thriving (00:24:09)

5. Embracing Change and Thriving Through Yoga (00:34:17)

6. Connection Through Storytelling and Yoga (00:43:01)

7. Journey to Bali and Self-Discovery (00:56:20)