Small Steps, Big Impact: How Slow Travel and Nature Restore Well-Being with Ruth O’Meara

On this episode of Soul Sparks with Saima, we explore the art of slowing down with Ruth O’Meara, Director of Leafy Green Tours, Ireland’s soulful travel company curating hiking and wellness experiences rooted in nature and intention. From guiding surf adventures along the Wild Atlantic Way to crafting mindful journeys across Ireland’s hidden heartlands, Ruth shares how reconnecting with nature transforms the way we live, travel, and heal.

In this conversation, Ruth and Saima dive deep into the meaning of slow travel — not as simply moving slowly, but as traveling with purpose, awareness, and gratitude. They discuss how Ireland’s ancient landscapes carry healing energy, why “small steps” can create life-changing shifts, and how stepping away from technology allows us to truly connect with ourselves and the world around us.

Perfect for those seeking calm, clarity, and connection in an overstimulated world, this episode invites you to pause, breathe, and rediscover peace through the power of presence and place.

 

About the Guest:  

Ruth O’Meara is the Founder and Director of Leafy Green Tours, a bespoke Irish travel company that blends hiking, surf, and wellness experiences with intentional living. A certified hiking and surf instructor and Leave No Trace trainer, Ruth helps travelers reconnect with nature, find clarity, and experience Ireland beyond the tourist lens. Her tours celebrate sustainability, community, and the simple joy of slowing down.

 

Key Takeaways:

• Small daily steps — like 15 minutes in nature — can create lasting shifts in mindset and emotional well-being.

• Ireland’s landscapes hold ancient healing energy, reminding us of our deep connection to the earth.

• Slow travel isn’t just about moving at a gentle pace; it’s about traveling with intention and presence.

• Disconnecting from technology allows us to reconnect with ourselves, nature, and others.

• Healing doesn’t require complexity — it begins with awareness, simplicity, and stillness.

• Building trust and letting go of control are essential to truly experiencing rest and transformation.

• Nature reminds us that we are part of something larger — its rhythm brings perspective, calm, and gratitude.

• You don’t have to go far to find peace; it starts with how you choose to engage with the space you’re already in.

 

Connect with the Guest  :

Website: www.leafygreentours.comEmail: [e-mail]

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