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When I moved from the United States to Northern Sweden with my three dogs, I expected certain things to feel different. I expected colder winters, different food, and a new language. What I didn’t expect was how different everyday life itself would feel. Not in a dramatic way. Not in a “better or worse” way…
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It’s late at night—almost midnight—and the sun is still shining. Not fading. Not setting. Just… there. When I first moved to northern Sweden, I knew this was coming. The Arctic summer, often called the “midnight sun,” is one of those experiences that sounds almost surreal until you’re standing in it yourself. And now, as the…
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For most of my life, I never really questioned what “normal” looked like in the United States. Like many people, I grew up assuming that the pace of life, the systems, and the daily stress I experienced were just how things were everywhere. But after spending time living in Sweden, that assumption quietly started to…
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Moving to a new country always comes with surprises—but living in Sweden as an American has been an experience that’s exceeded my expectations in ways I didn’t anticipate. After spending the past four months here in Northern Sweden, I’ve had enough time to move beyond the “newness” and start experiencing what everyday life is really…
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What does a normal day look like in the Arctic? When many people think about life in the far north, they imagine extreme cold, endless snow, and long dark winters. While those things are certainly part of the experience, daily life in Swedish Lapland is often much quieter and slower than most people expect. In…
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My Experience at Luleå on Ice in Sweden There are winter festivals, and then there are winter festivals that could only happen in the far north. My recent visit to Luleå reminded me just how creative people become when winter fully takes hold. Each year the frozen harbor becomes the stage for Luleå on Ice—a…
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What Living in Northern Sweden Taught Me There’s a particular kind of silence that only exists in the far north. It isn’t empty or lonely. It’s thick. Heavy. Almost sacred. When we first moved to Northern Sweden, I imagined the cold as something aggressive—something to endure, to fight against with layers and heaters and stubbornness.…
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(And What I Learned…) Thinking about moving to Sweden? Or maybe you’re just curious what life is really like in the north? When I made the move to Northern Sweden, I thought I had it all figured out. I had done the research, watched the videos, and felt prepared for the experience. But once I…
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When I first moved to Northern Sweden, I knew winter would be intense. I expected cold temperatures, snow-covered landscapes, and shorter days. What I didn’t expect was just how much winter would impact every part of daily life. After three months of living through it, I can honestly say: I wasn’t ready. This isn’t the…
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The Truth About Daily Life & Winter Living in Northern Sweden offers a unique experience that many people are curious about but few truly understand. While the region is often associated with beautiful winter landscapes, quiet forests, and a slower pace of life, the reality of daily life here goes far beyond scenic views. Adjusting…
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Surviving Winter in Northern Sweden What does daily life actually look like during winter in Northern Sweden? Not the Instagram version. Not the dreamy “Scandinavian aesthetic” version. The real version — with over a meter of snow, freezing temperatures, and a driveway that doesn’t clear itself. In my latest video, I take you through a…