Tag Archive for: slow living

Brew Coffee over a Campfire (Without Setting Your Hair on Fire Like I Did)

One of the most quintessentially Finnish ways to spend time outdoors is to brew coffee over an open fire. Unhurriedness is an essential part of the moment: a good fire takes time to catch properly, and good coffee takes time to become just right. Calmness and deliberate movements also belong to the experience, as does […]

How to Survive Finnish Autumn (and Maybe Even Enjoy It)

Autumn in Finland isn’t just about beauty and vibrant fall colors. It’s also the time of year when many people start to feel more tired and low-spirited. The days grow shorter, the rain becomes constant, and the cold seeps into your bones. No wonder moods can dip and energy levels drop. Some even experience what’s […]

rug-washing in Finland

Washing Rugs is a Beloved Finnish Summer Tradition

Washing rugs at a rug-washing station is a Finnish summer tradition. Learn how locals turn this everyday task into a seasonal ritual.

I Stood Barefoot in a Midwinter Forest — and Discovered the Power of Skin-to-Nature Contact

This personal story explores the quiet power of reconnecting with nature—skin to earth, moment to moment.