The Slow Life
🌿 Welcome to The Slow Life – Relaxing Stories. A calming podcast with stories to soothe anxiety and stress. Each episode features a cozy story to ease you into sleep or to be a peaceful moment of calm. So, curl up with a hot drink, and relax into nostalgia, wonder, and everyday magic. New story every Thursday. 🎧 Available on major podcast platforms. 👉 Visit TheSlowLife.ca - Produced by Jennifer Veinot in Nova Scotia. 🇨🇦 I wish you sweet dreams
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❤️ ❤️ Pocket Hearts | A Cozy Bedtime Story About Slow Living, Valentine's Day Self-Love
Thursday, February 12, 2026
In tonight’s story, Pocket Hearts, we follow a quiet winter afternoon that turns into something meaningful.After a small package arrives in the mail, a simple pair of carving gloves becomes an invitation to slow down, make tea, watch the birds, and create something by hand. Inspired by a piece of driftwood and the gentle presence of February, two small wooden hearts are carved — one to keep, and one to give away.This is a calm, cozy bedtime story for adults about slow living, handmade gifts, creative rituals, and the quiet ways love shows up in everyday life.Perfect for relaxing, unwinding,...
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🛋️ ☕️ Moving Furniture - A Cozy Snow Day Story for Calm & Relaxation
Thursday, February 5, 2026
Snow falls quietly over a small village as I spend a slow morning rearranging furniture, sipping coffee, and letting gentle change guide the day. Moving Furniture is a cozy, calming short story about presence, simplicity, and finding comfort at home during a winter storm.The story is read twice to help you relax more deeply during the second reading. Settle in, breathe gently, and rest in the village for a while.💜 Follow my show to help me grow. 💜👉 READ "Moving Furniture" on my blog HERE 📖👉 SHOP The Slow Life HERE 🛒 : Want more time in The Slow Life? I create micro-experiences insp...
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🍩👩🏼🍳 Doughnut Day at the Watercolour Bakery | A Gentle Cozy Story to Relax and Sleep
Thursday, January 29, 2026
It’s Doughnut Day at The Watercolour Bakery — a once-a-month morning the village looks forward to with anticipation. I arrive early to help my aunt prepare, moving together through the quiet kitchen as dough rises, glaze shines, and trays slowly fill. The bakery’s walls are lined with her watercolour paintings, and the work unfolds in an easy rhythm shaped by care, familiarity, and shared history. This bedtime story is about abundance and creativity woven into everyday work, and the quiet joy of doing something well together. The story is read twice to help you relax more deeply during the ...
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🏖️ ❄️ Tropic Wonder: An Idea of Travel | A Cozy Winter-to-Tropical Sleep Story for Deep Relaxation
Thursday, January 22, 2026
This is the first of a 3-part series, called Tropic Wonder, but each story can be enjoyed on its own. Settle in and let yourself drift with Tropic Wonder: An Idea of Travel, a cozy, slow-paced sleep story about imagining a gentle escape into warmth — without leaving the calm of winter behind.On a snowy day in a quiet village, a small thought of travel begins to form. With no rush and no demands, it slowly weaves its way through familiar routines: a walk through town, a visit to a trusted travel agent, the quiet joy of choosing rest over excitement. This story lingers in the space between se...
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❆ 🧖🏼♀️A Winter Evening in the Hot Tub | Cozy Snowfall Relaxation Story for Sleep
Thursday, January 15, 2026
Settle into a calm winter evening spent in a steaming hot tub as snow falls gently all around. This cozy, slow-paced story invites you to rest, breathe deeply, and unwind in warmth, quiet, and comfort. Perfect for relaxation, sleep, or a peaceful pause in your day.👉 READ "A Winter Evening in the Hot Tub" on my blog👉 SHOP The Slow Life cozy greeting cards HERE 🛒👉 Follow on Instagram: @theslowlifecozystoriesIf this story helps you relax, follow The Slow Life for more gentle bedtime stories each week.~~~~Need a website for your podcast? I did too. ...
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📺 🚲 Watching Stranger Things Together — Bedtime Story - A Cozy Night with Friends
Thursday, January 8, 2026
A gentle, cozy story about friends gathering for a shared TV night — blankets, warm light, quiet conversation, and the comforting ritual of watching Stranger Things together.👉 READ "Watching Stranger Things Together" on my blog HERE 📖👉 SHOP The Slow Life cozy greeting cards HERE 🛒👉 Follow on Instagram: @theslowlifecozystoriesIf this story helps you relax, follow The Slow Life for more gentle bedtime stories each week.~~~~Connect with The Slow Life🌐 Website: TheSlowLife.ca📌 Pinterest: theslowl...
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🎊 🧏🏼♀️ Sensing the New Year — A Mindful Slow-Living Story for Calm, Reflection, and Presence
Thursday, January 1, 2026
Start the new year with stillness and gentle awareness. In this calming slow-living story, you’ll move through a January morning using all five senses — sound, sight, scent, taste, and touch — to feel grounded, peaceful, and present. This mindful narrative invites you to slow down, breathe deeply, and notice the quiet beauty in everyday moments.Perfect for relaxation, mindfulness, bedtime listening, and easing into the new year with intention. 👉 READ "Sensing the New Year" on my blog HERE 📖👉 SHOP The Slow Life cozy greeting cards HERE 🛒👉 Follow on Instagram: @theslowlife...
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🎄 🎁 Christmas Coziness — Soft Holiday Night Story: Records Playing, Warmth, and Stillness
Thursday, December 25, 2025
In Christmas Coziness, the house rests after Christmas Day — gifts tucked into place, the tree lights glowing softly, music playing, and sleepy kittens curled beneath the branches. This cozy winter story invites you into a slow, comforting Christmas night at home, perfect for relaxation and unwinding.👉 NEW ~ printable greeting cards with short stories inside to share the coziness of The Slow Life. You can purchase them here: https://ko-fi.com/s/6a5f9d5fac 💌This calming story is designed to help you relax, unwind, or drift towards sleep, with soft winter imagery, nostalgic memories, and th...
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🎄🍬 Making Gingerbread Houses | A Gentle Holiday Story for Cozy Evenings
Thursday, December 18, 2025
Step into a warm kitchen on a snowy winter day and settle in for a gentle, cozy story about making gingerbread houses with friends. Candy bowls fill the counter, apple cider steams in waiting mugs, and the slow rhythm of baking, decorating, and shared laughter fills the afternoon.👉 NEW ~ printable greeting cards with short stories inside to share the coziness of The Slow Life. You can purchase them here: https://ko-fi.com/s/6a5f9d5fac 💌This calming story is designed to help you relax, unwind, or drift towards sleep, with soft winter imagery, nostalgic memories, and the quiet joy of a shared...
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🎄☃Christmastime in the Village — A Gentle Christmas Bedtime Story for Adults
Thursday, December 11, 2025
Wrap yourself in the softness of a snowy December evening with Christmastime in the Village, a cozy Christmas sleep story filled with quiet streets, warm bakeries, twinkling lights, and gentle winter magic.In this calming narration, you’ll wander through a peaceful village at Christmastime—visiting the bakery, bookshop, library, and little market stalls before ending the day wrapped in candlelight and comfort.This slow, soothing story is designed to help you unwind, rest deeply, and ease into sleep. Perfect for bedtime, relaxation, or anyone craving a gentle winter escape.—The Slow Life Pod...
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📝 💌 Notes Waiting to Be Found – A Cozy Story About Hidden Kindness and Gentle Surprises
Thursday, December 4, 2025
In this soothing, reflective story, a forgotten sticky note tucked inside an old book sparks a quiet adventure of kindness. What begins as a found message from years ago turns into a day of collecting pretty stationery, writing gentle notes, and hiding them around the house—and the village—for future moments of comfort and joy.“Notes Waiting to Be Found” is a soft, calming exploration of small gestures, unexpected reminders of love, and the slow magic of finding something right when you need it. Perfect for unwinding, easing into sleep, or taking a peaceful pause.~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~Connect with T...
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📖 ☕️ Silent Book Club: A Cozy Hour of Quiet Reading Together
Thursday, November 27, 2025
Silent Book Club is a calming, cozy story about finding refuge in quiet company. Join me in a warm little café on the square, where the smell of coffee, the hush of turning pages, and the soft comfort of reading beside strangers create an hour of peaceful companionship.In this gentle bedtime-style tale, we settle into a silent book club gathering—books open, mugs warm, conversations soft—and enjoy the simple joy of being together without pressure. If you love slow living, calm storytelling, or the soothing ritual of reading, this episode is a warm place to rest.~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~Connect with The...
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🥪 🧡 A Really Good Sandwich: A Cozy Story About Simple Joys
Thursday, November 20, 2025
After a long, satisfying walk, we return home with one goal in mind: to make a truly wonderful sandwich. Layer by layer—fresh bread, homemade hummus, basil pesto, crunchy vegetables, creamy avocado, cheese, and a sprinkle of something special—this simple moment becomes a small celebration of comfort, creativity, and the joy of slowing down.This gentle, sensory story is perfect for unwinding, relaxing before bed, or simply taking a peaceful break in your day.Perfect for listeners who love cozy storytelling, calm narration, and a peaceful sense of home.~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~Connect with The Slow LifeS...
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🌧️ ♣️ November Rainstorm | A Cozy Rainy Day Indoors | Bedtime Story
Thursday, November 13, 2025
The rain begins before I even get out of bed and stays all through the day. It’s a November rainstorm that softens everything—perfect for staying home, playing cards, colouring, and listening to the music of the weather. This gentle, reflective story invites you to slow down, settle in, and find comfort in the quiet rhythms of a rainy day.Perfect for listeners who love cozy storytelling, calm narration, and a peaceful sense of home.~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~Connect with The Slow LifeStories written and read by Jennifer Veinot🌐 Website: TheSlowLife.ca📸 Instagram: @theslowlif...
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🍕❤️ Pizza and Pillow Forts: A Cozy Evening Story of Love, Comfort, and Connection
Thursday, November 6, 2025
In this heartwarming audio story, a simple morning idea turns into a night of comfort and connection. “Pizza and Pillow Forts” invites you into a world of blankets, soft light, laughter, and quiet love. Perfect for unwinding at the end of the day, this cozy story reminds us that the sweetest nights often come from the simplest things.✨ Themes: cozy love story, comfort, home, slow living, mindfulness, relaxation🎧 Ideal for: bedtime listening, cozy nights in, or when you need a soft escape.This calming story is designed to help you relax, unwind, or drift into restful sleep. Ideal for fall li...
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🕵🏻♀️ 🔍 Mystery Weekend on the Island | A Cozy Autumn Podcast Story at Oak Island Resort
Thursday, October 30, 2025
Spend a cozy autumn weekend by the water in this gentle, atmospheric story set at Oak Island Resort. Mystery Weekend on the Island follows four friends as they join a live-action murder mystery weekend, complete with clue-filled skits, charming characters, laughter, and late-night conversations by the fire.As the actors bring “Murder on the Orient Express” to life, the guests become detectives—scribbling notes, trading theories, and chasing red herrings through a weekend of good food, warm company, and playful suspense.Perfect for fans of cozy mysteries, gentle storytelling, and slow-living...
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🍁 🚗 Along the Road of Maples | A Calming Autumn Story for Quiet Mornings and Cozy Evenings
Thursday, October 23, 2025
In this gentle autumn story, Along the Road of Maples, we find quiet beauty along a familiar drive home. What begins as a farewell to a dear friend becomes a meditation on the passage of time, the comfort of companionship, and the vibrant magic of October.Through softly spoken narration and immersive storytelling, this episode of The Slow Life Podcast invites you to slow down and travel a winding road lined with red and gold leaves — a moment of stillness to accompany your morning coffee, evening tea, or bedtime routine.This calming story is designed to help you relax, unwind, or drift into...
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🍁🎃 Fall Festival — A Cozy Autumn Story The Slow Life Village
Thursday, October 16, 2025
This week on The Slow Life, join me for Fall Festival — a gentle story set in a small village alive with autumn colour and celebration. Walk among the scarecrows and pumpkins, visit the library’s art workshop, carve pumpkins at the community centre, and sip cider by the orchard as the day comes to a cozy close.Let the soft imagery of this autumn story ease your mind and bring you a sense of warmth and calm before bed.This calming story is designed to help you relax, unwind, or drift into restful sleep. Ideal for fall listening, bedtime or morning routines, or whenever you need a quiet momen...
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🌾 🎃 Scarecrow Festival | A Cozy Autumn Story with Small Town Charm
Thursday, October 9, 2025
We stroll through the village, alive with autumn spirit, in Scarecrow Festival—a cozy story of handmade scarecrows, small-town creativity, and the joys of fall. Perfect for relaxation, slow mornings, and lovers of cozy storytelling.This calming story is designed to help you relax, unwind, or drift into restful sleep. Ideal for fall listening, bedtime or morning routines, or whenever you need a quiet moment of comfort.If you enjoy cozy, relaxing stories, remember to follow the podcast so you don't miss any stories that are posted every Thursday.~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~Connect with The Slow LifeStories ...
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☕️ 😊 Watching Tai Chi – A Morning Story of Stillness, Balance, and Breath
Thursday, October 2, 2025
With a warm cup of tea in hand on a fall morning, I watch a woman practice Tai Chi in the courtyard across the street. Her movements flow like water, steady and fluid, carrying a calm that reaches me through the glass. Day after day, her presence becomes part of my morning ritual—teaching me about balance, breath, and the quiet beauty of noticing. Join me in this gentle story of mindfulness, reflection, and the unexpected comfort of watching Tai Chi.This calming story is designed to help you relax, unwind, and drift into restful sleep. Ideal for fall listening, bedtime or morning routines, ...
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🍂🌻Fall Flowers in My Wagon: A Cozy Autumn Market Story for Relaxation & Sleep
Thursday, September 25, 2025
Hello and welcome. I'm Jennifer, and I'll take you on a peaceful walk through the village farmers’ market in this cozy autumn story. I pull my wagon along quiet sidewalks, filling it with chrysanthemums, black-eyed Susans, and rosy autumn sedum. Warm drinks, pastries, friendly faces, and fall colours bring the market to life. Perfect for anyone who loves autumn coziness, farmers’ markets, slow living, and floral beauty.This calming story is designed to help you relax, unwind, and drift into restful sleep. Ideal for fall listening, bedtime or morning routines, or whenever you need a quiet mo...
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📖 🕯️Making a Reading Nook | Cozy Autumn Story | Relaxing Bedtime Story
Thursday, September 18, 2025
🍁 Fall is in the air, and I'm creating a cozy reading nook by the bow window in her home. With soft pillows, woven throws, candles, and a steaming chai, the space transforms into a warm retreat for books, journaling, and quiet moments. This story is about slowing down, embracing September’s golden light, and making a corner of home feel like a sanctuary.Curl up, sip something warm, and enjoy this relaxing story.If you enjoy cozy, relaxing stories, remember to follow the podcast so you don't miss any that drop every Thursday.~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~Connect with The Slow LifeStories written and read by ...
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🎶 🎙️Listening Party | A Cozy Story from The Slow Life Podcast | Bedtime Story
Thursday, September 11, 2025
✨ Step into a warmly lit café on a night filled with music and connection. In Listening Party, you’ll join the anticipation of an intimate album release, where the scent of coffee mingles with the sound of heartfelt lyrics. This gentle story invites you to listen deeply, notice the beauty in small moments, and feel the glow of community around shared art.Curl up, press play, and let the music carry you into a dreamlike night.If you enjoy cozy, relaxing stories, remember to follow the podcast so you don't miss any that drop every Thursday.~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~Connect with The Slow LifeStories writte...
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🏕️ ✨ Camping in September | A Cozy Story for Relaxation and Sleep
Thursday, September 4, 2025
🏕️ In this bedtime story, the air shifts as summer begins to lean toward fall. In Camping in September, we take one last trip into the mountains before the season changes. From setting up camp beneath the pines to swimming at the base of a hidden waterfall, the days are filled with warmth, laughter, and quiet moments by the fire. Nights bring stars overhead, the comfort of a tent, and the sweetness of marshmallows toasted over glowing coals.This story invites you to slow down, breathe deeply, and imagine yourself in nature as the seasons turn. Perfect for winding down, resting, or drifting ...
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🧥👛 Thrifting Back in Time | Story with Cozy Vibes for Sleep and Relaxation
Thursday, August 28, 2025
Step into the charm of a small thrift shop, where every corner holds items waiting to be rediscovered. In this cozy story, Thrifting Back in Time, we wander through racks and shelves filled with pre-loved treasures, timeless fabrics, and the beautiful magic of memories woven into secondhand finds.If you love slowing down with gentle storytelling, this episode is for you. Pour a cup of tea, settle in, and drift back in time with me.🌿 The Slow Life Podcast shares relaxing, comforting stories designed to help you unwind, find calm, and enjoy a quiet moment any time.Find us at TheSlowLife.CA fo...
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⚓️🍦Tall Ships Festival | A Calming Story for Relaxation and Sleep | Nautical Theme | Breathing Intro
Thursday, August 21, 2025
⚓️ Step into the Tall Ships Festival in this calming bedtime story, where historic square-riggers, elegant schooners, and majestic vessels gather along the harbourfront. Wander the waterfront, explore the festival stalls, and sail out to sea aboard a visiting ship. This soothing narration captures the beauty of the ocean, the rhythm of the waves, and the timeless presence of tall ships. (Episode 57)🌿 About this podcast: Each week, I share a new relaxing story designed to help you unwind, sleep peacefully, and enjoy a moment of calm. These gentle narrations have no conflict or stress—just so...
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🦋 🍊 Visit to the Butterfly Garden | Calming Nature Story for Sleep & Relaxation | The Slow Life Podcast
Thursday, August 14, 2025
Step into a midsummer butterfly garden in this gentle, descriptive story designed to help you unwind and drift into calm. From the bright orange of monarch wings to the shimmering blues of the mourning cloak, this cozy nature walk immerses you in soft sunlight, blooming flowers, and the slow flutter of delicate wings. Perfect for relaxation, bedtime listening, or mindful moments. "Visit to the Butterfly Garden"Take care listening while driving or doing any activity that requires your full attention.🇨🇦 All stories - Copyright Jennifer Veinot 2024, 2025
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🎾🍹 A Friendly Game - Tennis with Friends - Relaxing Stories for Sleep
Thursday, August 7, 2025
Welcome to The Slow Life - A village filled with cozy stories for everyone. This story is called A Friendly Game, and it’s about having an easy-going game of tennis on a vintage grass court with friends, followed by a relaxing dinner under the patio lights.🇨🇦 These stories are written, edited and narrated by Jennifer Zwicker. Support this podcast at Patreon, here https://patreon.com/theslowlifecalmingstories?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink~~~~Benefits of listening to cozy stories or adult bedtime stories with The Slow ...
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🤹🏽♀️ 🎈 Busker Festival - (Street Performers) Relaxing Stories for Sleep
Thursday, July 31, 2025
Welcome to The Slow Life - A village filled with cozy stories for everyone. This story is called Busker Festival, and it’s about the magic of street performers, a travelling community, and a fire-breathing dragon. (Buskers are street performers who perform in public places for monetary donations.)🇨🇦 These stories are written, edited and narrated by Jennifer Zwicker. Support this podcast at Patreon, here https://patreon.com/theslowlifecalmingstories?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink~~~~Benefits of listening to cozy stories ...
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🌸 🤫 Weekend Away in the Secret Garden - Part 3 of 3 - Relaxing Stories for Adults
Thursday, July 24, 2025
Welcome to The Slow Life - A village filled with cozy stories for everyone. This story is called Weekend Away in the Secret Garden, and it’s about two naps in one day, dessert—of course, and something hidden in the familiar. This is Part 3 of the Secret Garden Bed & Breakfast series, but each story can be enjoyed on its own.Part 1 (Arriving at the Secret Garden Bed & Breakfast): https://open.spotify.com/episode/1YrWvwsogEykmC9TLudwHl?si=4LTdxM25QWunRtt5s-TQ4wPart 2 (Secret Garden): https://open.spotify.com/episode/4Nn0g6Vd9tytpRGWkbRglE?si=BZiEXGwhR9uE1GG5S9Zk5g🇨🇦 These stories are written,...
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