Issue 14 — Spring 2024

The Stillness Issue

Embracing quiet moments in a noisy world. Explore our curated collection of essays on slowing down, finding peace, and living intentionally.

Cover of The Stillness Issue featuring a serene landscape and soft typography
From the Editor

A letter to our readers

Dear Reader,

There is a specific kind of fatigue that comes not from hard work, but from the constant hum of expectation. This issue is an invitation to unplug. We have gathered stories that ask you to sit with a feeling, to observe the light shift across a room, and to find comfort in the spaces between tasks.

Whether you are looking for practical advice on creating a sanctuary at home or philosophical musings on the nature of rest, I hope you find something here that resonates with your current season of life.

Warmly,
Elena Vance
Editor-in-Chief

Explore by Theme

Five pathways to wellness

Mind

Psychology, mental health, and the inner landscape.

Body

Movement, nutrition, and somatic practices.

Home

Curating spaces that nurture and rest.

Nature

The outdoors, seasons, and wild spaces.

Practice

Habits, rituals, and daily disciplines.

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Meet the Writer

Featured Contributor: Sarah Jenkins

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Sarah Jenkins

Sarah is a writer and herbalist based in Portland, Oregon. Her work focuses on the intersection of botany and slow living. She has been a contributor to Veriflow since 2022.

Archive

Past Issues

Issue 13: The Creative Pause

Winter 2024

Issue 12: The Stillness Issue

Spring 2024

Issue 11: The Gathering

Winter 2023

Issue 10: The Beginning

Fall 2023