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Exploring Scandinavian Serenity: Hygge, and Fika

Welcome to the first post of the short series exploring the captivating concepts of serenity and well-being from Scandinavian countries. In this series of two, we delve into two distinct yet equally intriguing concepts: hygge from Denmark and Norway, and fika from Sweden. Each concept embodies the essence of mindfulness, relaxation, and connection in its unique way. Last week I delved into the Dutch concept … Continue reading Exploring Scandinavian Serenity: Hygge, and Fika

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The Two Paths to Wealth

I have two images of wealth in my mind.  One looks like what most people envision. A lavish lifestyle, a big plastic mansion, a luxury yacht, 8 sports cars… You get it. Then there is this second image. In this picture, there is a place called home. It’s quaint, rustic. Filled with messy, silly, somewhat annoying children. There are a lot of friends and family nearby. … Continue reading The Two Paths to Wealth