Slow Spotlight: Clementine Rose on Healing in Rhythm with Nature
So many people have inspired me on my own journey towards living a slower, simpler and more seasonal life, and I’d love you to be inspired too. The Slow Spotlights series shares with you some of their journeys, and I hope that by reading about these, you too may be inspired and encouraged.
What does living slowly, simply and seasonally mean to you?
In this Slow Spotlight Clementine reflects on learning to walk through life at a gentler pace, and on how living slowly, simply, and seasonally has helped her reconnect with nature, notice the quiet rhythms of each day, and find healing along the way. Through slowing down, simplifying, and surrounding herself with the natural world, she shares how this way of living has brought greater gratitude, clarity, and calm, offering a reminder that nature teaches us without words - if we are willing to pause, listen, and move in rhythm with its seasons.
What does living slowly, simply and seasonally mean to you?
For me, living slowly, simply, and seasonally are very much intertwined. As I continue to learn to walk through life at a gentler pace, I’m discovering how naturally each one supports the other. Slowing down invites me to fill my days with the things that bring me joy, rather than rushing past moments without noticing them. Living simply helps me become more intentional with my time and energy, choosing what matters, and letting the rest fall away. Living seasonally also reminds me to stay connected to the natural world, to honour its rhythm, and to recognise that every season holds its own beautiful purpose.
Together, they’ve helped me to feel so much more grateful day to day, to take better care of myself, and to actually notice when I need to slow down and rest. Nature has a lovely way of teaching us things without saying anything at all, and I love picking up the little lessons each season brings.
There’s a quote I read that has stayed with me:
‘“Time” in itself is an interesting concept. We never have enough of it. What we do have is the power to decide how to spend it.” ~ Mansi Kwatra
It’s a reminder I’m returning to often as I continue this journey toward a slower, simpler, and more seasonal way of living.
How does living in this way have a positive impact on your life?
After being diagnosed with Crohn’s Disease in 2017, I became much more aware of my health and wellbeing. I started to realise just how much stress, anxiety, and constant busyness were affecting both my mind and body. Slowing down and choosing a more mindful way of living made a real difference. It gave my body the space it needed to begin healing.
At the time, I didn’t fully understand what ‘slow living’ actually meant, but the more I learned, the more I felt drawn to it. It wasn’t easy at first, but as I began adding small moments of calm and intention into my day, I noticed such a positive shift in how I felt.
From there, it naturally became my daily goal to create a life filled with meaning, fulfilment, and little moments of joy - one that feels peaceful rather than rushed. Slow, simple, and seasonal living has been guiding me toward exactly that.
Are there elements of living in this way which challenge you?
I think the part I found most challenging in all of this, was learning to live simply. Over the years, I’d managed to collect so many things - bits and pieces that I convinced myself I might need one day…even broken mugs! But once I started intentionally simplifying different parts of my life, it became easier than I expected, and it opened up so much space for clarity and calm.
I’ve kind of adopted a little motto along the way: if I haven’t missed something, or I’ve actually forgotten it even existed, then it’s probably time for it to move on. Letting go started to feel less like losing something and more like making room - room for peace, room for joy, and room for the things that genuinely matter.
I love that it’s helped me to create a life that feels lighter, more intentional, and much more aligned with the way I actually want to live, while being mindful of how I spend my time, my money, and my energy.
Who has inspired you on your journey to living a slower, simpler and more seasonal life?
Is it really cheesy to say my husband?! And I’m not just saying that because I’m writing a journal entry on David’s website, A Life More Creative! David has honestly inspired me so much on my journey toward a slower, simpler and more seasonal life, and I love that it’s something we both want to embrace together in our day-to-day lives.
I’ve also had the pleasure of connecting with so many wonderful writers on Substack who share their thoughts on slow, simple, and seasonal living. I find it so comforting reading the words of people who are walking a similar path. I’m constantly inspired and encouraged by their own journeys and stories, and the honesty with which they share them.
Are there any books, websites or other resources which have helped you and which you’d recommend to others?
Definitely Jessica Rose Williams’s online journal, Substack, and YouTube channel, along with her beautiful ebooks: A Simplified Life, A Simplified Home, and A Simplified Wardrobe.
I also love and enjoy the following books: Evergreen by Lydia Millen, Why Less Means More by Cathy Madavan, Jesus Over Everything by Lisa Whittle, A Year of Living Simply by Kate Humble, and The Year of Less by Cait Flanders. If you pop over to my Journal of Soulful Reflections, I love sharing more about the books I’ve been reading and what’s been inspiring me lately.
What’s one piece of advice you’d give to others looking to embrace a slower, simpler and more seasonal approach to life?
My one piece of advice would be this: surround yourself with nature.
Spending time outdoors has a way of grounding me in the present moment, helping me step back from the busyness of daily life, and connect with something much bigger. It brings a quiet kind of joy and peace, sparks creativity, and reminds me to slow down and simply breathe.
If you’re looking to embrace a slower, simpler, and more seasonal way of living, try to spend time in nature, no matter the season. Notice the details around you - the changing light, the sounds, and the textures - and let yourself fully take it in. Nature is full of beautiful wisdom, always ready to teach us if we are willing to pause and listen.
How do you embrace slow, simple and seasonal living within your business and work?
I’m a digital marketer, and I’m very aware of just how vast, and sometimes overwhelming, the world of marketing can feel! Over time, I’ve found that my love of living more slowly, simply, and seasonally naturally weaves its way into my work and into my business, Clementine Rose. I genuinely enjoy helping makers and creators simplify their digital marketing in a way that feels lighter, less stressful, and more aligned with their own rhythms and authentic ways of working.
My approach isn’t about rushing or forcing growth, it’s about gently creating a way that feels natural, manageable, and even joyful. I love helping people find calm and clarity in what can feel like a noisy, cluttered space, so they can focus on the work they truly love.
My business is also deeply inspired by nature. I often draw on the lessons I’ve learned from observing its seasons, cycles, and rhythms, and I love finding ways to share that wisdom through my offerings.
How do you think the past can help us live with more awareness in the present?
Our ancestors lived in rhythm with the ebb and flow of the changing seasons, letting the cycles of nature guide their days and decisions. They embraced the natural world as an important part of life, noticing its patterns and learning from them. I often feel sad when I think about how much of that way of living has faded over time.
Living in a 24/7 world, it’s so easy to forget the value of slowing down and noticing the small, meaningful moments around us. Life back then definitely wasn’t easy and there were many challenges, but there was also a deep appreciation for the little things, a sense of gratitude, and a way of living that celebrated simplicity. It’s inspiring to remember that even in the midst of hard work, life could still hold a richness filled with hope and joy, and a balance that feels increasingly rare today.
These are the things that I want to continue to reflect upon, and bring into the present day and to embrace, just like our ancestors did.
How do you see your slower and simpler life evolving in the future?
I feel it’s a journey that is forever teaching me new and wonderful things - and a few little challenges along the way too - but one that I’ve found to be so rewarding. I share a lot more about my journey over on Substack, and I love looking back through my older journal entries and discovering just how much living more slowly and simply has inspired and encouraged me; I know it will continue to do so.
I love that slow, simple and seasonal living has woven its way deeply into our day-to-day lives, helping us to not only embrace them now, but also the future. It’s helped us discover and realise the sort of life we want to build together. It’s also made us very aware of what we can do now in the meantime as we make our way there.
If you could choose one word, phrase or quote which sums up your approach to life, what would it be?
‘In every walk with nature, one receives far more than he seeks.’ ~ John Muir.
I’ve learned that in nature there is never a dull moment, not even in the deepest stillness of winter. It is where I find healing, peace, and joy. Time spent outdoors gently reminds me to live in rhythm with the changing seasons, rather than rushing against them. Nature teaches me patience, presence, and gratitude, offering far more than I ever set out to find. And in my journey toward a slower, simpler way of living, I’ve come to see that nature is a wonderful teacher.
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