35: How to celebrate Syttende Mai your way

Living a Nordic Life with Fiona McKinna

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National Geographic photographer and conservationist Jaime Rojo has spent decades capturing the beauty and fragility of the monarch butterfly. Their epic migration is one of nature’s most breathtaking spectacles, but their survival is under threat. In this episode, Jaime shares how his passion for photography and conservation led him to document the monarchs’ journey. He and host Brian Lowery discuss the deeper story behind his award-winning images, one about resilience, connection, and the urgent need to protect our natural world. See Jaime's story on the monarch butterflies at his website: rojovisuals.com , and follow Brian Lowery at knowwhatyousee.com .…

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17 May is Norway's national day and after Christmas is probably the biggest celebration of the year for Norwegians. It's taken very seriously with parades, parties and nationwide festivities.
But you don't have to live in Norway to celebrate like a Norwegian. Let me inspire you to create your own Syttende Mai celebration wherever you are in the world.

For more Nordic living, visit the Living a Nordic Life www.livinganordiclife.com
or join us in the Living a Nordic Life Facebook group www.facebook.com/groups/livinganordiclife

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35: How to celebrate Syttende Mai your way

Living a Nordic Life with Fiona McKinna

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For more Nordic living, visit the Living a Nordic Life www.livinganordiclife.com
or join us in the Living a Nordic Life Facebook group www.facebook.com/groups/livinganordiclife

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#Fitness #Fiona McKinna #Simple Living #Rustic Living #Nordic Living #Norway #Scandinavia #Hygge #Hygge Home #Intentional Living

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55: Unlock the secret power of to-do lists 18:28

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To-do lists get a bit of bad press. They are seen as something that uptight people tend to do, but I want to share a few things that might change your mind and show you that to-to lists can have a huge amount of power in our lives. For more Nordic living, visit the Living a Nordic Life www.livinganordiclife.com or join us in the Living a Nordic Life Facebook group www.facebook.com/groups/livinganordiclife…

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54: How to celebrate your birthday Norwegian style 19:26

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Birthday celebrations are different the world over and even from family to family. Norwegian birthday celebrations are no exception, but there are some unwritten rules that you might need to know before you attend a Norwegian birthday party or decide to throw your own. For more Nordic living, visit the Living a Nordic Life www.livinganordiclife.com or join us in the Living a Nordic Life Facebook group www.facebook.com/groups/livinganordiclife…

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53: Procrastination: is it always a bad thing 13:19

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Procrastination gets a really bad press. We are encouraged to be busy and productive at all times, so is procrastination the worst thing in the world?? I have a few ideas that might suggest otherwise For more Nordic living, visit the Living a Nordic Life www.livinganordiclife.com or join us in the Living a Nordic Life Facebook group www.facebook.com/groups/livinganordiclife…

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52: 10 ways to make life lovely 17:23

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We might strive to have a life we see on social media or in magazines, but we actually have what we need to live a lovely life already. We simply need reminding of it. In this episode I share 10 ways to make life lovely in gentle and easy ways For more Nordic living, visit the Living a Nordic Life www.livinganordiclife.com or join us in the Living a Nordic Life Facebook group www.facebook.com/groups/livinganordiclife…

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51: What to expect when your child starts 1st grade in Norway 31:32

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As a parent it's nerve-wracking when your child starts school, but even more so when it's in another country. This episode is for everyone who feels that way (and those who don't). Maybe you have just moved to Norway and are wondering what school will be like for your little one, or perhaps you are a teacher yourself and want to know, or maybe you are just curious. Join me in this episode as I share what the start of 1st grade is like for children and parents. It's not as frightening as it might seem! For more Nordic living, visit the Living a Nordic Life www.livinganordiclife.com or join us in the Living a Nordic Life Facebook group www.facebook.com/groups/livinganordiclife…

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50: Førjulshygge, the cosiness before Christmas 13:43

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In Norway there is a special word for the cosiness before Christmas. It's called førjulshygge and it's taken very seriously. Join me in this episode as I take you on journey to a Norwegian Christmas market and the very essence of what førjulshygge means. For more Nordic living, visit the Living a Nordic Life www.livinganordiclife.com or join us in the Living a Nordic Life Facebook group www.facebook.com/groups/livinganordiclife…

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49: The mysteries of the Nordic primstav 19:44

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The Nordic primstav or runic calendar is an iconic piece of Norwegian cultural history. Although no longer in use it still has a profound influence on every day life in Norway and the special days that are celebrated throughout the year. Want to know more? Join me in this episode to learn about the history of the primstav and what it means today. To learn even more and to follow my own journey through the primstav year, take a look at my website - www.livinganordiclife.com/primstav For about the primstav in Norwegian - www.snl.no/primstav For more Nordic living, visit the Living a Nordic Life www.livinganordiclife.com or join us in the Living a Nordic Life Facebook group www.facebook.com/groups/livinganordiclife…

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48: How to Start Embracing a Simpler Life 28:14

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In a busy, pressured and technology filled world, simple living seems ever more appealing. We don't need to completely strip away our lifestyles to achieve more simplicity (and happiness) in our lives. In this episode we look at the easy ways in which you can embrace a simpler life and find fulfillment and joy in the every day. For more Nordic living, visit the Living a Nordic Life www.livinganordiclife.com or join us in the Living a Nordic Life Facebook group www.facebook.com/groups/livinganordiclife…

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47: How to stop hating winter 24:58

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Unless you live in a tropical climate, winter is something we can't avoid. But we don't need to dread it and endure it. In the Nordics people actually look forward to winter! In this episode I share some ways in which you can not only get through winter with a smile, but even enjoy it. If you are ready to embrace winter like you are Nordic and make the most of it rather than count the days until spring I have some things to help you: Loving Winter Like You're Nordic Course www.livinganordiclife.com/loving-winter-course Living a Nordic Life Facebook group for a fabulous group of like-minded people www.facebook.com/groups/livinganordiclife For more Nordic living, visit the Living a Nordic Life www.livinganordiclife.com or join us in the Living a Nordic Life Facebook group www.facebook.com/groups/livinganordiclife…

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46: 17 Simple or Free Autumn Activities 21:00

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Autumn is a magical time when it's perfect to be outside and making the most of the coller weather before winter arrives. Lots of us love autumn, but what happen when we run out of ideas to keep ourselves entertained? I have 17 simple or free autumn activities that you are going to love. For more Nordic living, visit the Living a Nordic Life www.livinganordiclife.com or join us in the Living a Nordic Life Facebook group www.facebook.com/groups/livinganordiclife…

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45: How to embrace Scandinavian coffee culture 15:09

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You might not instantly think of the Nordic countries when you think of coffee culture, but they are the biggest coffee drinkers in the world. Join me to explore the Scandinavian coffee culture, how to drink it and why you will never find a pumpkin iced latte here. For more Nordic living, visit the Living a Nordic Life www.livinganordiclife.com or join us in the Living a Nordic Life Facebook group www.facebook.com/groups/livinganordiclife…

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44: The Harryhandel, some modern Norwegian culture (if you can call it that!!) 12:36

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The harryhandel is a bit of modern Norwegian culture that you might not have heard of if you don't live in Norway or Sweden. Join me in this episode for a light-hearted look at the "harry". For more Nordic living, visit the Living a Nordic Life www.livinganordiclife.com or join us in the Living a Nordic Life Facebook group www.facebook.com/groups/livinganordiclife…

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43: A beginners guide to foraging 26:41

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Foraging can be an enormous amount of fun and really rewarding. Not only does it get us outside into the fresh air, but we learn new skills, learn about our environment and follow the seasons. Let me inspire you to start a new hobby of one of life's simple pleasures - foraging. For more Nordic living, visit the Living a Nordic Life www.livinganordiclife.com or join us in the Living a Nordic Life Facebook group www.facebook.com/groups/livinganordiclife…

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42: Den utedo 10:10

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Den utedo or the Norwegian outside toilet is a slightly mysterious looking and rather cute building, but it also has a great deal of history and is an important part of Norwegian culture. Join me as we take a lighthearted look at the "utedo" For more Nordic living, visit the Living a Nordic Life www.livinganordiclife.com or join us in the Living a Nordic Life Facebook group www.facebook.com/groups/livinganordiclife…

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41: What can Nordic habits do for you? 16:35

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