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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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Join me, Fiona of Living a Nordic Life, as I share my simple and seasonal morning routine in my little corner of southern Norway. No 5am runs or fresh yaks milk 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
In this episode of Living a Nordic Life, we wander into the quiet beauty of the Nordic outdoors — not with skis or hiking poles, but with a slower, gentler pace. Discover how Nordic culture embraces the art of simply being outside: sitting on a bench with a cup of coffee, watching the shifting skies, or savoring the scent of pine and sea air. We’ll explore why “doing less” in nature can actually bring us more — more calm, more presence, and more connection to the world around us. Whether it’s...
Step into the Nordic forest with me as we explore the story of lingonberries—Scandinavia’s tart red superberry. From ancient traditions and foraging tales to modern recipes and health benefits, this episode uncovers how lingonberries connect culture, nature, and flavour across the Nordic countries. NEW BOOK now available - UK - Friluftsliv: How to love the outdoors like you're Nordic: Amazon.co.uk: McKinna, Fiona: 9798858660064: Books US - Friluftsliv: How to love the o...
In this episode of Living a Nordic Life, we explore one of the most beloved Nordic sayings: “There’s no such thing as bad weather, only bad clothing.” From rain-soaked autumn days to icy winter mornings, the Nordic approach to the outdoors is simple — nature is not something to avoid, but something to embrace. We’ll talk about how this mindset transforms everyday life, why going outside in all seasons matters so deeply here, and how you can bring a little of that resilient, joyful outdoor spi...
Life can be pretty hectic whether we like it or not, but taking back some control can be simple and easy. One of the ways we can be better organised and make life simpler is with some weekly menu planning. It doesn't have to be boring with these easy-to-implement tips you can take the stress out of preparing meals and stop wondering "what's for dinner". Get your Living a Nordic Life weekly menu planner here - https://workdrive.zoho.eu/file/9zsjodd0a506767bd425f9df39c4cc804ec3c ...
The middle of August is the start of the new school year in Norway. It's a time of excitement and a few nerves, but before school starts we have to get some supplies in. Join me in this episode as I discuss what my three children need for school. Hilsen fra Fiona 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
All throughout the whole of Norway in April, May and June you will people celebrating in a very traditional way. It's all part of the "konfirmasjon" or confirmation, an ancient rite of passage for 15 year olds. 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
Why are people in Scandinavia and the Nordics so happy? There are lots of factors that contribute to happiness and wellbeing in these countries. Let's explore why and how they make people here so happy and how we can embrace that in our own 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
Creating an edible garden or kitchen garden is incredibly rewarding and it's fun to replant every year, but for something more sustainable that will produce year after year, perennials are a game changer. Perennials are plants that keep going year after year as they get older. They are a wonderful addition to any edible garden. Listen to this episode for some inspiration to get started growing edible perennials. For more Nordic living, visit the Living a Nordic Life www.liv...
Midsummer and the celebrations around it are a big deal in the Nordics. We love to throw a party and celebrate the longest day of the year. It's a beautiful season with long, long days, warm sun and an abundance of flowers and foliage. In this episode I share the ways in which you ca have your own Nordic midsummer 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...
It's high summer in the Nordics and we like to make the most of the long day and warm weather. Let's take a virtual trip out to a special place and spend the day as we would in Norway when the days are long and the sun shining and we have the chance to get away from civilisation and be in nature 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
We are under constant bombardment from social media, magazines, and TV programs to be more and more perfect. It's exhausting!! Not to mention terrible for our mental health. But did you know that you are allowed to be less than perfect? There are no rules about being perfect and you are fabulous just as you are. In this episode we explore why trying to be perfect is not ideal and how we can accept ourselves as we are. For more Nordic living, visit the Living a N...
If you have a longing to visit Scandinavian and experience true Scandinavian culture, but you simply can't get there right now, this episode is for you. You don't need to travel to Scandinavia to enjoy some Scandinavian culture. In the US there are some cities that are so Scandinavian that you believe that you are Sweden or Norway, or even Finland. To read the full article go to https://www.livinganordiclife.com/post/six-us-cities-where-scandinavian-culture-thrives For more Nordi...
The Nordic approach to health rarely focusses on one part of the body, but more on the whole body and mind. Women's health in particular shows this with high quality of life, long lives and general good health in the Nordics. But we don't need to live in the Nordics to embrace the same holistic approach to our health. Join me, Fiona, in this episode as I share the ways in which Nordic women make the most of good health. You might also enjoy the accompanying blog post: https...
Not all Easter traditions revolve around the festival of Easter itself. In the Nordics there are some fun and less conventional traditions that happen at Easter at a time when we are beginning to get longer days, warmer weather and time to spend outside in nature. 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
Lagom, sisu, hygge, friluftsliv and fika are all Nordic concepts that can seem a little mysterious, but they contribute to the great quality of life that people in the Nordics enjoy. We don't need to live in the Nordics to enjoy them ourselves. In this episode we look at each of these ideals and how we can embrace them in our own 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.facebo...
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
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
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
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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