Does it seem like the Christmas holidays sometimes turn into a race to buy things, a meal out and a few days off spent mindlessly?
Rather, the mood comes as a true celebration of the spirit, of the soul, of the senses.
We're supposedly getting together with family, but instead of joy, we're often just bringing back huge gifts.
But the good thing about Christmas is that it's every year, because we have a chance to change things the moment we feel something is wrong.
And if you overdid it last year, this year you can make up for it by presenting your loved ones with nice, meaningful gifts that delight their souls more than their eyes.
And in general, we have a chance to start celebrating Christmas the new old way, in which we pay attention to the experience, the jokes and, why not, the family carols, instead of the wrapping and the prices of the presents.
And if we could extend this simple but genuine celebration of Christmas to all our lives, we would all be happier, more relaxed and more harmonious.
Here's what you can give your loved ones to get us all started on a nicer life this Christmas.
Book Collection
A book is read in two days. But a book collection is like a promise of a longer experience. The luxury of relaxing in the evening with a book in hand and knowing that there's at least one more piece of the same next to you - it's called a "slow" gift.
Experience
The biggest time thieves in today's world are screens. Tablets, TVs and phones are the easiest entertainment and we always reach for them when we're bored. But this robs us of the opportunity to try and experience new things with our other senses, not just our eyes.
That's why we suggest giving the gift of an experience, such as a painting or pastry class for hobbyists.
To return to a forgotten hobby is the most directpath to true happiness.
Time
We buy gifts to make up for our absence from our children's lives, our parents' lives. Therefore, time spent together is the best gift.
Give the gift of a trip or maybe tickets to a concert to go to together. This will be remembered for a lifetime, not the expensive item.
Music
Remember when music wasn't so readily available? Do yourememberthe excitement of the new album we were giving our full attention to? The thrill of opening the box, playing it and enjoying it - just that, from the first song to the last.
We rarely buy albums anymore, but there's always at least one music lover among our loved ones who will appreciate buying a limited edition album just for connoisseurs.
Give the gift of music to your loved ones, you will delight their souls.
A box of goodies
This is the ultimate "unplanned" SlowLife Christmas gift idea. It may seem unnecessary to gift food to someone at this abundant time of year, but we're talking small, handmade goodies like French macarons or chocolates.
In addition to making someone happy who appreciates the taste of life, you'll be supporting the makers of these little treasures. And that will make Christmas even sweeter.