The Power of Slowing Down: Finding Yourself in a World That’s Always Rushing with Tony Tenaglier

What if personal growth isn’t about doing more, achieving more, or constantly pushing yourself forward—but learning when to slow down? In this episode, Tony Tenaglier joins us for a meaningful conversation about self-awareness, personal development, presence, and living with greater intention. Drawing from his work in Industrial-Organizational Psychology, leadership, engineering, and yoga philosophy, Tony shares why slowing down can be one of the most powerful tools for reducing stress and reconnecting with what truly matters. We explore why so many of us feel pressured to keep moving, how self-awareness can transform the way we approach work and life, and what it really means to treat personal growth as a practice rather than a performance. Tony also shares insights from his upcoming book, In a Rush to Go Nowhere: Finding Savasana, and offers practical ways to become more present and intentional in everyday life. In this episode, you’ll discover: - Why slowing down is essential for personal growth- How self-awareness influences the choices we make- The difference between growth and constantly chasing achievement- How to recognize when you’re living in a state of “rush”- Simple ways to become more present and intentional Continue the journey inward and download Tony’s FREE Companion Workbook at inarushtogonowhere.com.