If you’ve been feeling burned out, overwhelmed, or disconnected from joy, this episode is for you.
In today’s conversation, we sit down with Katherine May to talk about rediscovering enchantment in everyday life. Katherine shares insights from her book Enchantment: Awaken Wonder in an Anxious Age. She also reflects on how small moments of wonder can help us reconnect with life when we feel exhausted or discouraged.
Throughout the episode, Katherine explains that rediscovering enchantment often begins with slowing down. It starts by noticing the world around us. In a culture that values speed and productivity, many of us lose touch with curiosity and awe.
However, enchantment doesn’t require dramatic change. Instead, rediscovering enchantment often begins with small acts of attention. For example, you might notice nature, pause to observe beauty, or take a moment to breathe and feel present.
As Katherine shares stories from her own life, she describes how rediscovering enchantment helped her reconnect with meaning during difficult seasons. Her reflections remind us that wonder still exists, even when life feels heavy.
Katherine May is the New York Times bestselling author of Wintering: The Power of Rest and Retreat in Difficult Times. The book has been translated into more than twenty-five languages. Her essays and journalism have appeared in publications such as The New York Times, The Times (London), Good Housekeeping, and Cosmopolitan. She also hosts the podcast How We Live and lives by the sea in Whitstable, England.
Join us for this thoughtful conversation as we explore rediscovering enchantment and how small moments of wonder can restore perspective, curiosity, and hope.
Listen in to learn about:
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How is wonder about an antidote to anxiety
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Ways to reignite wonder in our everyday lives
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The healing power of rituals
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A remedy for those who are experiencing burnout
For the full episode show notes, please go to my website – melissaclarkcounseling.com