Living a Nordic Life with Fiona McKinna

Fiona McKinna
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Living a Nordic Life with Fiona McKinna

The Living a Nordic Life podcast is dedicated to helping you live a cosier, simpler and more intentional life the Nordic way.  Hosted by Fiona McKinna, each episode shows you how to make life simpler, happier and healthier the way people in the Nordics live.  From Nordic eating habits, to getting outdoors Nordic style, to Nordic habits that you need in your life.  Tune in for inspiration, ideas and encouragement to embrace a simple, cosy and intentional life the Nordic way. Episodes published every other Friday.You can also visit my website for some instant ways to start living the Nordic way. www.livinganordiclife.com and find me on Instagram at www.instagram.com/nordiclife_podcast

  1. 1 DAY AGO

    53: Procrastination: is it always a bad thing

    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.comor join us in the Living a Nordic Life Facebook group www.facebook.com/groups/livinganordiclife

    13 min
  2. 52: 10 ways to make life lovely

    JAN 17

    52: 10 ways to make life lovely

    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.comor join us in the Living a Nordic Life Facebook group www.facebook.com/groups/livinganordiclife

    17 min
  3. 51: What to expect when your child starts 1st grade in Norway

    12/20/2024

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

    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...

    32 min
  4. 50: Førjulshygge, the cosiness before Christmas

    12/06/2024

    50: Førjulshygge, the cosiness before Christmas

    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.comor join us in the Living a Nordic Life Facebook group www.facebook.com/groups/livinganordiclife

    14 min
  5. 49: The mysteries of the Nordic primstav

    11/22/2024

    49: The mysteries of the Nordic primstav

    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/primstavF...

    20 min
  6. 48: How to Start Embracing a Simpler Life

    11/08/2024

    48: How to Start Embracing a Simpler Life

    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.comor join us in the Living a Nordic Life Facebook group www.facebook.com/grou...

    28 min
  7. 47: How to stop hating winter

    10/25/2024

    47: How to stop hating winter

    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 Coursewww....

    25 min
  8. 46: 17 Simple or Free Autumn Activities

    10/11/2024

    46: 17 Simple or Free Autumn Activities

    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.comor join us in the Living a Nordic Life Facebook group www.facebook.com/groups/livinganordiclife

    21 min
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The Living a Nordic Life podcast is dedicated to helping you live a cosier, simpler and more intentional life the Nordic way.  Hosted by Fiona McKinna, each episode shows you how to make life simpler, happier and healthier the way people in the Nordics live.  From Nordic eating habits, to getting outdoors Nordic style, to Nordic habits that you need in your life.  Tune in for inspiration, ideas and encouragement to embrace a simple, cosy and intentional life the Nordic way. Episodes published every other Friday.You can also visit my website for some instant ways to start living the Nordic way. www.livinganordiclife.com and find me on Instagram at www.instagram.com/nordiclife_podcast

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