If you want to slow down and live a simpler life, read on for the encouragement you need to get started on the right track.
In my recent How She Does It interview with Anna Kettle we explored what it looks like to slow down when life is moving at full speed. And let’s face it, even when life isn’t moving fast many of us still have a tendency to rush ahead and do all.the.things. Well, hold on. Help is on the way.
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In our conversation Anna also shares insights from her book, Sand Between Your Toes: Inspirations for a Slower, Simpler, and More Soulful Life (affiliate link). In her words this book is an invitation to “experience God’s rest in your everyday life”.
Each day inside Sand Between Your Toes, you’ll find a verse about resting in God, reflection on a Bible verse, practical tips to try yourself, and a prayer to bring it all together. Simple and to the point for us busy women.
But now, on to the interview with Anna Kettle. Watch/listen below or read on for some of the highlights and key takeaways.
Want to live a Simpler Life? Start here.
Highlights from A Slower, Simpler and More Soulful Life
Anna Kettle on How She Does It
All quotes are by Anna Kettle unless stated otherwise.
“Come with me on this journey and let’s learn how to do this together. Let’s explore the ways we can live in God’s rest every day.”
“Rest is a real choice that we have to make.”
“Wisdom is in knowing what the right things are and what the right things are for this season.”
Wisdom is in knowing what the right things are and what the right things are for this season. – Anna Kettle #sandbetweenyourtoesbook Share on X
Be very careful, then, how you live—not as unwise but as wise, making the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil. Therefore do not be foolish, but understand what the Lord’s will is.
Ephesians 5:15-17 NIV
“Have grace for yourself and know that God has grace for you.”
Come to me. Get away with me and you’ll recover your life. I’ll show you how to take a real rest. Walk with me and work with me—watch how I do it. Learn the unforced rhythms of grace. I won’t lay anything heavy or ill-fitting on you. Keep company with me and you’ll learn to live freely and lightly.”
Matthew 11:28-30 The Message
“Rest is in the small moments too and that’s a much easier place to start.”
“Start your day from a place of rest, not panic.”
“Jesus doesn’t say just have rest once a week or just once a year. He says live in my rest.”
Find the keys to live a simpler life in this interview with Anna Kettle. #sandbetweenyourtoesbook Share on X“Trust God and quiet that hurry sickness.”
About Anna Kettle
Anna Kettle is a christian writer, blogger, speaker, and award-winning marketing professional.
Her first book, ‘Sand Between Your Toes: Inspirations for a Slower, Simpler & More Soulful Life’ is out now under Tyndale House.
This beautifully presented book is an inspiring collection of daily devotions, hope-filled prayers and practical tips and ideas that encourage readers to slow down, simplify and find God’s peace amid life’s many complications.
Anna is a coffee lover, bookworm, travel enthusiast, music fan, keen foodie, gatherer of people, and a big believer in the healing power of words.
She is married to husband Andy, and mom to their little boy Ben who is 6. They live in the beautiful waterfront city of Liverpool, England.
You can visit her website to find out more about her new book, download some sample pages for FREE & access lots more tips & advice at: www.annakettle.com
Connect with Anna Kettle here:
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Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.es/annakettlewrites
Resources and Links Mentioned in our interview
Growing Slow: Lessons on Un-Hurrying Your Heart from an Accidental Farm Girl by Jennifer Dukes Lee (affiliate link)
Sand Between Your Toes: Inspirations for a Slower, Simpler, and More Soulful Life by Anna Kettle (affiliate link)
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