Jonathan Charrier Montreal Launches the "Slow It Down" Public Challenge

QC, Canada, 29th January 2026, ZEX PR WIRE, Jonathan Charrier, founder of Charrier Global Imports, today announced the launch of a simple public challenge designed to help individuals slow down daily consumption habits and build more intentional decision-making into everyday life. The challenge reflects Charrier's long-standing belief that patience, focus, and restraint lead to better outcomes-both personally and professionally.

"Those markets taught me to slow down and look closely," Charrier has said. "You learn a lot just by paying attention."
Another guiding idea comes from his work in global trade: "Consistency builds trust faster than scale."
And perhaps most central to the challenge: "Every product carries a story. If you rush it, you risk losing the meaning."

Why This Habit Matters Right Now
The average person makes 35,000 decisions per day, many driven by speed rather than intention.

Over 60% of consumers say they regret at least one recent purchase made too quickly.

Attention spans have dropped by nearly 25% over the past decade.

Small daily habits account for over 40% of long-term behavior patterns.

The 7-Day "Slow It Down" Challenge

Each day centers on a simple focus, not performance or perfection.

Day 1: Notice
Pay attention to one decision you usually make on autopilot.

Day 2: Pause
Create a moment of space before a routine choice.

Day 3: Ask
Consider where something comes from or why you want it.

Day 4: Reduce
Choose one area where less feels better than more.

Day 5: Repeat
Return to a habit or object you already value.

Day 6: Reflect
Write or think about what felt different this week.

Day 7: Carry Forward
Decide what you want to keep doing, quietly and consistently.

"Bigger is not always better," Charrier notes. "Sometimes staying small enough to care is the advantage."

Share Your Progress (Optional)

Participants are invited-but not required-to share reflections.

Public prompts:

"This week, I slowed down by..."

"One decision I made more intentionally was..."

"What surprised me was..."

Private option:
Participants can keep a short daily note or voice memo for themselves. No posting required.

Call to Action
The challenge is open to anyone. No sign-up. No tools. No pressure.
Participants are invited to start Day One today and share the challenge with someone who could use a pause.

About Jonathan Charrier
Jonathan Charrier is a Montreal-based entrepreneur and founder of Charrier Global Imports. Since 2012, he has worked with artisans and producers across Europe, Africa, and South America, focusing on ethical sourcing, long-term partnerships, and thoughtful global trade. His work emphasizes patience, quality, and respect for the stories behind everyday goods.

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