Slow and the city

By Alejandra Cerda Ojensa

You might have come across the term slow living – meaning a lifestyle that takes a more measured approach. It encourages, but isn’t restricted to, eating locally-produced foods and consuming less, and it’s often depicted with pictures of a rustic countryside life. But the countryside might be far away for many of us, both figuratively and literally. So, how do we live slow in a city? I found the answer by translating ‘slow’ into ‘mindful for the planet and for myself’.

I opt for activities and habits that make my soul happy, and that have a low negative impact on the environment. I love reading, and I have rediscovered my love of libraries. A place where everyone is welcome to borrow books for free is radical in a society where everything has a price. Being an

Another beer style that hits the spot is wheat beer, with a lovely balance of wheat, hops and yeast character, often accompanied by banana and clove flavours, or orange peel and coriander. Wheat beers also have a creamy texture and a hefty head, which make up for the lack of body that comes in full-strength beers.

Alcohol-free stout and porter also work surprisingly well, with rich flavours of dark bread, roasted coffee and decadent chocolate. With or without alcohol, these beers are comforting and can actually give the sensation of a cold-brewed coffee. Did you know that some breweries collaborate with coffee roasters, who supply roasted beans to incorporate in the brewing?

These styles are just a few examples of flavourful options for low and no alcohol beer. Remember, never compromise on flavour, and enjoy your beer regardless of its strength!

By Malin Norman

expat in Copenhagen, I’m thankful to be able to borrow quality books in my native language of Swedish. Rather than take libraries for granted, can we all just pause for a moment and appreciate how amazing these historical institutions are, where millions of people have learnt how to read, found a safe space, and escaped into imaginary worlds?

Another fantastic activity for mindful living is practicing yoga. I’m amazed that, in our fast-paced world, we shape spaces where adults can move their bodies together, then snuggle up with blankets, lie down and breathe collectively. You don’t always need calm surroundings for a slow lifestyle, you just need to find those pockets of air where your brain can be still for a moment.