The Scandinavian Art of Living Well — Early Journals
The Scandinavian Art of Living Well — Early Journals
These pages contain the beginnings of my Nordic wellness journey,
with reflections, seasonal observations,
and the early ideas that helped shape Living Well the Nordic Way.
They remain here as part of my story, while all new essays now continue on Substack.
A Lifelong Norwegian Wellness Story
Long before I began writing publicly, I lived the Scandinavian way
of well-being through daily rhythms, simplicity, nature, and connection.
Norwegian wellness is not something I discovered;
it is something I was born into and have carried with me throughout my life.
These journals capture my earliest efforts to put that experience into words,
exploring the traditions, habits, and ancestral wisdom
that continue to shape how I live today.
While my current essays are published on Substack,
this archive remains the beginning of the journey.
Beyond Janteloven: The Secret Story That Makes You Sink or Swim
For many women, the inner voice in midlife is loud, demanding, and full of guilt. It echoes old rules, old roles, and old expectations. This week, we explore how that voice affects your identity — and how rewriting it can help you move into your next chapter with more strength and truth.
From Clarity to Movement: Habits & Rituals for Your Next Chapter
Small habits can quietly reshape a midlife chapter. In this week’s reflection, we explore how pairing simple rituals with everyday routines — like sketching with morning coffee or pedaling the indoor bike while watching the evening news — turns clarity into movement. When change feels overwhelming, habit stacking makes it gentle, natural, and deeply doable.
Angelica: immune support with a side of Viking superstition.
From the Norwegian Wellness Herbarium: Angelica is a restorative Nordic herb known for immune support, digestive comfort, and centuries of folklore. A plant that once protected Viking households now offers modern midlife women nourishment, steadiness, and a touch of superstition.