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Living a Nordic Life

Welcome to Living A Nordic Life, helping you live a Nordic Life, wherever you are.

From my home in southern Norway I'd love to share my Nordic lifestyle, cooking and surroundings with you, and show you how I have discovered that you don't need to live in Norway to enjoy and embrace a Nordic lifestyle and way of living.

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Perennial Plants: A Game Changer for Your Edible Kitchen Garden

Perennial Plants: A Game Changer for Your Edible Kitchen Garden

Perennial Plants: A Game Changer for Your Edible Kitchen Garden

Perennial plants are a wonderful addition to an edible kitchen garden and make growing your own food tear after year fun and easy.

Jul 119 min read

Two Duvets: The Scandinavian Sleep Secret

Two Duvets: The Scandinavian Sleep Secret

Two Duvets: The Scandinavian Sleep Secret

There's a secret to good sleep and it's a Scandinavian thing!! Want to know what it is?

Jul 74 min read

Velkommen juli! Welcome July!

Velkommen juli! Welcome July!

Velkommen juli! Welcome July!

As I write this we are sweltering in heat that feels like something from the tropics. Although we do get warm summer days in Norway it's...

Jul 12 min read

What Makes Nordic Noir the Go-To Genre for Cosy Nights In?

What Makes Nordic Noir the Go-To Genre for Cosy Nights In?

What Makes Nordic Noir the Go-To Genre for Cosy Nights In?

In recent years, the genre known as Nordic Noir has taken the world by storm. This stark and moody world of crime dramas has captivated...

Jun 225 min read

The Nordic Tradition of Midsummer Bonfires

The Nordic Tradition of Midsummer Bonfires

The Nordic Tradition of Midsummer Bonfires

All throughout Scandinavia at midsummer you see bonfires burning. It's a strange time of year to light a fire and it's been done for millennia, but why?

Jun 162 min read

How to Throw a Nordic Midsummer Party

How to Throw a Nordic Midsummer Party

How to Throw a Nordic Midsummer Party

Midsummer in the Nordics is a magical time of year with long days and an abundance of flowers. It's also a time for special celebrations

Jun 134 min read

Unlocking the Secrets to Embracing a Simple Nordic Lifestyle

Unlocking the Secrets to Embracing a Simple Nordic Lifestyle

Unlocking the Secrets to Embracing a Simple Nordic Lifestyle

In our fast-paced, modern world, it's easy to feel overwhelmed by the clutter and chaos of daily life. The Nordic countries have long...

Jun 85 min read

Jonsokblom: The Red Campion Flower and Its Enigmatic Traditions in Nordic Cultures

Jonsokblom: The Red Campion Flower and Its Enigmatic Traditions in Nordic Cultures

Jonsokblom: The Red Campion Flower and Its Enigmatic Traditions in Nordic Cultures

Jonsokblom or red campion is a common flower in Norway. It holds lots of significance in Nordic cultures and especially at Midsummer

Jun 24 min read

Velkommen juni! Welcome June!

Velkommen juni! Welcome June!

Velkommen juni! Welcome June!

Welcome June in the Nordics, the first summer month and a month of joy, long days and beautiful traditions

Jun 12 min read

Why are Scandinavians so Happy?

Why are Scandinavians so Happy?

Why are Scandinavians so Happy?

Why are Scandinavians so happy? There are some key reasons why they are. Sone of the reasons are part of Scadinavian society, but many we can adopt in our lives right now.

May 166 min read

Løvetannsirup (Dandelion Syrup), a Scandinavain Favourite

Løvetannsirup (Dandelion Syrup), a Scandinavain Favourite

Løvetannsirup (Dandelion Syrup), a Scandinavain Favourite

Løvetannsirup or dandelion syrup is a Scandinavian favourite.

Apr 303 min read

Hygge: Daily Joy in Simple Pleasures

Hygge: Daily Joy in Simple Pleasures

Hygge: Daily Joy in Simple Pleasures

Hygge is the Danish concept of enjoying every day life. But how do we embrace that in our lives if we don't live in the Nordics? Let me show you how

Apr 215 min read

Essential Nordic Lifestyle Ideals Explained Quickly

Essential Nordic Lifestyle Ideals Explained Quickly

Essential Nordic Lifestyle Ideals Explained Quickly

Whay are people in the Nordics so happy? You can be like that too with some simple of these simple Nordic lifestyle ideals.

Apr 185 min read

What Do Norwegians Eat at Easter?

What Do Norwegians Eat at Easter?

What Do Norwegians Eat at Easter?

Every country has it's special dish for celebratory days and as you know in the Nordics, a celebration is a perfect excuse to indulge a...

Apr 163 min read

14 April is Sommerdag on the Nordic Primstav

14 April is Sommerdag on the Nordic Primstav

14 April is Sommerdag on the Nordic Primstav

The 14th April is a significant day on the Nordic runic calendar. It's the time to turn to the summer months and look forward to warm days

Apr 132 min read

Nordic Wisdom: the Holistic Approach to Women's Health

Nordic Wisdom: the Holistic Approach to Women's Health

Nordic Wisdom: the Holistic Approach to Women's Health

Nordic health has been a focus for many people recently as it emphasises the whole body i a healthy holistic way.

Apr 116 min read

Easter Marzipan: A Surprising Scandinavian Tradition!

Easter Marzipan: A Surprising Scandinavian Tradition!

Easter Marzipan: A Surprising Scandinavian Tradition!

Marzipan is a favourite treat in Scandinavia and Easter is a time to indulge a little in a tradition that is a little surprising

Apr 74 min read

Velkommen april, Welcome April

Velkommen april, Welcome April

Velkommen april, Welcome April

It's a simple joy to find ourselves in the months leading up to summer. It comes so suddenly it feels in the Nordics. One moment we have...

Apr 12 min read

Why keeping your distance matters more in Nordic culture

Why keeping your distance matters more in Nordic culture

Why keeping your distance matters more in Nordic culture

Giving one another space in the Nordics is a really important part of the culture. It shows respect and thought for others.

Mar 234 min read

Sisu: How to Have True Finnish Resilience

Sisu: How to Have True Finnish Resilience

Sisu: How to Have True Finnish Resilience

Sisu is the very essence of Finnishness. It conveys a resilience and bravery in the face of adversity that we can all benefit from

Mar 173 min read

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