Welcome to Nourished Nestlings

Welcome to The Nest, I am Vicky.

If you've found your way here to Nourished Nestlings, you might be someone who, like me, feels the pull of two seemingly different worlds. By day, I navigate the dynamic landscape of a corporate career—the fast-paced energy, the strategic, always-ahead thinking, and the drive to achieve. But beneath that modern ambition lies a deep yearning for a different rhythm, a connection to the simple beauty of a slower, more intentional life in harmony with nature.

This journey towards a nourished existence wasn't a sudden decision, but a gradual awakening, marked by a profound personal turning point in my twenties. For many years, driven by external expectations and a deep-seated desire to belong, I poured all my energy into academics and striving for achievement. While this brought a certain kind of success, it also left me feeling deeply unbalanced and disconnected from myself. It was during a particularly challenging period that I realised I needed to fundamentally change the way I was living. This moment became the catalyst for a conscious and committed journey of self-discovery. I began to explore what truly brought me joy and how to create a life that nurtured my well-being, leading me to embrace the principles of slow and authentic living - finding balance, appreciating the small moments, and tailoring my life to my own unique needs.

Here, you'll find reflections on everything from savouring seasonal recipes and creating a cosy home to embracing mindful practices and finding moments of calm in a busy week. It's about recognizing that ambition and desire for a slower pace aren't mutually exclusive. In fact, I believe they can enrich each other.

My hope for Nourished Nestlings is to create a supportive community for others who are also navigating this intriguing complexity. Whether you're a fellow professional dreaming of a simpler life, someone already embracing slow living in your own way, or simply curious about finding more balance in your current season of life, I'm so glad you are here. Join me as we learn and grow together, cultivating lives that are both purposeful and deeply nourished.

On Nourished Nestlings, you'll find a collection of my thoughts and experiences in the blogs, where I delve into various aspects of slow living and modern ambition. On the page Bookshelf, I'll be sharing insights and key takeaways from the books that I have read and inspire me. In Carefully Curated, you'll discover a selection of items I personally use and love that bring ease and joy to my daily life.

Warmly,

Vicky