Jonathan Charrier Montreal Launches the “Slow It Down” Public Challenge

By: Zexprwire

QC, Canada, 29th January 2026,ย ZEX PR WIRE,ย 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 Charrierโ€™s long-standing belief that patience, focus, and restraint lead to better outcomesโ€”both personally and professionally.

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

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 โ€œSlow It Downโ€ 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.

โ€œBigger is not always better,โ€ Charrier notes. โ€œSometimes staying small enough to care is the advantage.โ€

Share Your Progress (Optional)

Participants are invitedโ€”but not requiredโ€”to share reflections.

Public prompts:

  • โ€œThis week, I slowed down byโ€ฆโ€

  • โ€œOne decision I made more intentionally wasโ€ฆโ€

  • โ€œWhat surprised me wasโ€ฆโ€

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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