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Unhurried Voices: Christina on Saying No to the Treadmill and Yes to a Wilder Life
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Unhurried Voices: Christina on Saying No to the Treadmill and Yes to a Wilder Life

What if health isn’t something we achieve, but something we remember? One woman’s journey of slowing down to live more fully
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In this heartfelt conversation, we welcome our close friend Christina Mattsson, the first guest in our Unhurried Voices series. A former corporate high-achiever turned nutritional therapist, Christina shares her journey from burnout to reconnection—with herself, her body, and the natural world.

Raised in rural Sweden, nature was always part of her life. But it wasn’t until years abroad and the strain of a fast-paced lifestyle that she truly recognised its healing power. Her story weaves together personal awakening, deep grief, and a return to simplicity.

Together, we explore:

•⁠ ⁠Nature as a source of meaning, comfort, and physiological alignment

•⁠ ⁠Small, sustainable steps to reclaim a slower, more intentional life

•⁠ ⁠Why true wellbeing isn’t complicated, and how modern wellness has become a performance rather than a birthright

•⁠ ⁠The grief and growth that come with breaking from societal norms

•⁠ ⁠How slowing down helps us feel more, connect deeper, and live more truly

Christina opens up about letting go of the “silent rulebook of success”, the emotional cost of over-achievement, and the quiet courage it takes to build a life rooted in rhythm and rest. Her dream? A world of seasonal living, local food, and community grounded in presence—not sameness.

She leaves us with this reminder: start small. Grow herbs. Step outside. Reclaim your rhythm—one unhurried moment at a time.

Want to connect with Christina?
Website: https://rootsnutrition.se/
Instagram: @christina.rootsnutrition

Maybe you are the next Unhurried Voice? 😊
📧 Write to us at unhurried.body@gmail.com


Thank you so much for joining us today as we explore what it means to live an unhurried life.

➡️ If you’d like to continue the conversation, you can head to Ingrid’s website

https://www.IngridLillo.com

and follow her Substack, Unhurried Life, where she shares deeply insightful and vulnerable reflections on slowing down, embodiment, and living in alignment with our ancient physiology. Through her writing, she explores the complexities of modern life and the freedom that comes with choosing a different path—one rooted in presence, connection, and full authentic expression.

➡️ You can also reach out to Adrien at Adrien@storka.co and follow his journey on YouTube, where he shares his experience of transitioning from a corporate career to a slower, more intentional life in the Swedish forest. Through his content, he explores entrepreneurship, self-sufficiency, permaculture, and the pursuit of financial and personal freedom—offering insights on how to build a values-aligned life with multiple income streams, creativity, and a deep connection to nature.

We’re excited to grow alongside you.

Until next time, stay present and live unhurried. ❤️

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