How the Nordic Lifestyle Method was born

The Nordic Lifestyle method (NLM) is an accumulation of my health trials and tribulations through the years, it’s the light that I discovered at the end of the tunnel, that continues to lead me forward.

It was born through the understanding that the greatest wellbeing is ignited by acceptance. And that’s me accepting my roots and heritage, and owning that, and promoting that, to spread wellness in the world.

And damn, it’s been a loooong time coming, brewing for a minute now.

Because I was bullied growing up, part of me always longed for a different reality, so I left Finland wanting to put an end to the hurt. And being Finnish was part of it.

I frequently ducked any questions on my origin and all things home related. I created a new home for myself abroad and a new identity that came along with that.

What’s the beauty with self-development though, is that the stronger your foundation becomes, and your own sense of self, the easier it is to accept yourself as you are or how you want to be. It felt much more fulfilling for me to recognize, embrace and celebrate where I came from. After all, nature and nurture are both very influential.

And by stripping myself of the demeaning labels I received in the past, I finally felt ok enough to own who I was, Nordic-ness and all, and start giving back to the world.

And that’s exactly what NLM is for me: my peace offering to the world, helping people to welcome health, happiness and fulfillment into their daily lives. Maybe I can help someone else find their light, and what a beautiful heritage that would be.