Vision AND “Life in 5 Senses” - Book Talk

About this episode

The hosts discuss the book 'Life in Five Senses' and the importance of sensory awareness in daily life.

Paige, Jenny, and Cathy dive into Life in Five Senses by Gretchen Rubin, exploring how slowing down and tuning into everyday sensory experiences can deepen our connection to the world around us. The group reflects on what it means to truly notice life’s small details — from familiar walks and neighborhood scents to unexpected sensory discoveries. Paige shares a funny story about confusing skunk and weed smells, while Cathy describes counting bunnies and exploring during her travels. Together, they discuss how this awareness can enrich both personal life and professional practice, especially in the field of visual impairment. They also chat about bringing sensory awareness into education, mindfulness, and daily routines — and how paying attention to what we see, hear, smell, taste, and touch can help us find joy in familiar places. Jenny, Paige, and Cathy close by reflecting on how each of them plans to slow down and savor the sensory world a little more. "Life in 5 Senses" by Gretchen Ruben ⁠https://gretchenrubin.com/books/life-in-five-senses/⁠ ⁠https://www.amazon.com/Life-Five-Senses-Exploring-World/dp/0593442741⁠ Use the Libby app to check this book out from your…

People in this episode

Hosts: Paige, Jenny, Cathy

Topics covered

• sensory experiences
• mindfulness
• visual impairment
• education
• personal growth

Keywords

• sensory awareness
• mindfulness
• visual impairment
• Gretchen Rubin
• Life in Five Senses

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Life in Five Senses

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