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What is Slowing Down to the Speed of Joy about?
This book is about reclaiming your life. We live in a culture that idolizes busyness, and yet deep inside, we all long for peace, balance, and joy. Slowing Down to the Speed of Joy will teach you a new strategy so you can rediscover the things that really matter. It’s about learning to live more fully in the present moment and experiencing the joy we’re all searching for.
Who is this book for?
This book is for anyone who feels like life is moving too fast. If you find yourself exhausted, stretched thin, or constantly rushing from one thing to the next, this book was written with you in mind. It’s also for anyone who wants to live with greater clarity, purpose, and joy.
How is this book different from Matthew Kelly’s other works?
Matthew Kelly has written over 50 books covering all manner of topics, but none are quite like this one. Slowing Down to the Speed of Joy is a deeply personal book. It provides a rare and intimate look at the author’s own struggles with busy and urgent. By revealing his own vulnerabilities, Kelly provides us with the practical insights and timeless wisdom necessary to banish busy and urgent from our own lives.
Is this a religious book, or can anyone read it?
Slowing Down to the Speed of Joy draws on spiritual truths, but it is written for anyone who wants to banish urgent, busy, and hurry from their lives. Whether you practice a faith or not, you will find insights here that will help you live more intentionally and joyfully.
Can I use this book with a small group or book club?
Absolutely. In fact, this book is perfect for small groups and book clubs because it naturally sparks conversation. Each chapter opens up opportunities to reflect, share, and encourage each other to slow down and live more intentionally. Get the free Small Group Study Guide here.
How long does it take to read this book?
It’s a quick and refreshing read. Many people finish it in just a few sittings. But we encourage you not to rush. The ideas in this book are meant to be savored, one chapter at a time, so they can sink into your soul and bear fruit in your daily life.