Living a Nordic Life with Fiona McKinna

No, not an actual law but a secret code of "rules" that influences every part of Nordic life from the way we treat others to the Nordic characteristic modesty.  But what is it exactly?  Let me tell you more about it..

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For some people autumn is an effortless love affair, but for others it's a tough season to love.  I was one of those who dreaded autumn, but since moving to Norway I have learnt to love it and I want you to love it too.

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What a crazy statement to make and probably the craziest I have ever said!  But it's a fact.  In 2014 I was diagnosed with Meniere's disease and in 2022 with autoimmune thyroiditis (Hashimoto's disease), but both of these have forced me to choose healthy and intentional living.  Nordic living and the Nordic habits have been my saving grace and helped me cope with two difficult diseases.

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The summer holiday season it not over yet!  Norwegians are very good at holidaying, but it might not be quite what you expect.  Let me tell you how they holiday in Norway and really make the most of Norway itself.

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You love all things Nordic!  Nordic living is something that you feel is in your blood.  You are a Nordophile.  A Nordophile is someone who loves all things Nordic.

I want to share a fun, tongue-in-cheek episode with you where we explore some of things I think make you a Nordophile

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Having a baby can be a nerve-racking time, but having a baby out of you home country can be terrifying.  Well, not so much if you are living in the Nordics.  Let me tell you what it's REALLY like to be pregnant and have a baby in Norway.  

PS no TMI details, I promise!

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Travelling to any other country can be daunting and culture differences can always be surprising.  So let me tell you a bit about Norwegian culture so you can look like a local when you are here.

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Living in Norway is very different to the life I was brought up with in England, but there are habits and traditions that I have learnt in Norway that I would take with me anywhere.  Let me share with you the ones I would never be without.

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You might have asked yourself this question already and it's one that we often ask ourselves when we look at a new way of living.  But if you answer "yes" to even one of my questions then Nordic living is right for you.

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If you are like me you might find yourself daydreaming of places you have visited or want to visit, but we don't have to visit Scandinavia to have a little piece of it in our lives every day.

I have 7 ways to bring Scandinavia into your home right now.

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