Mindful in Gothenburg

I had tried yoga and meditation for a while and heard of different types of retreat. It seemed like something nice to go away to. Also, a good way to change the environment. So last year I searched on google to see what was out there. I didn't want it to be too far way or too expensive. I then found a silent retreat organised by the Swedish Church. Not expensive, not far away and just over the day. It sounded good. That time, last spring, I went with my boyfriend. It was very interesting and nice to spend the day together like that. After a few hours when the silence broke, it felt, strange enough, as if you didn't have to say anything. It was as if you had already spoken to each other on another level. This year I went on the silent retreat for the second time, but this time by myself. Just to see if it became a different experience. A retreat, for those who wonder, is in this case a quiet day of reflection, rest and peace. The day is varied with meditation, walk, service, lun...

If someone would have told me a few years ago that someday I would start to crochet, I would never have believed them. I never really understood how people could find book reading or handcraft so relaxing, but I did envy them for it. I was more of the training type of person. But, you should never say never and not stop learning more about yourself. You can have more aptitudes then you realise. They can be well hidden and never tried. So this Christmas, after becoming interested, I was taught to crochet and I have been hooked 😊 ever since. I continued on my own with help from Youtube clips. They make it easy to just stop and try yourself at your own speed. I have since then crocheted granny squares and flowers and other techniques and I'm still appreciating the fun of being more creative. Crochet is so much more than a hobby. It is pure mindfulness. It has something to do with using your hands, just like cooking and gardening. You become calm and focused. I even heard that crochet...

Sometimes you get days that are beautiful in every way. Such happiness it is to experience a Sunday in September while the summer is still around. A perfect day for a small trip. We have decided to visit Gunnebo House and Gardens that with bus from Gothenburg takes about 15 minutes to reach. As I enter the Gunnebo House environment, I immediately get a wow-feeling. Here it is beautiful like a dream and there is so much to look at of this 17th century property, which is well preserved and well maintained. I smell the lavender on our way up to the House, the lovely smell of lavender is hard to beat. In the southern garden we sit down and enjoy the sun, the surroundings and our bag of tea and fruit. After that we take a walk around Gunnebo cultural reserve and watch the cows as they rest in the shade. On our way back we walk around the kitchen garden next to Gunnebo Coffee House and Restaurant, here grows vegetables, herbs and flowers among other things. The tomatoes smell just as good ...

Liseberg is more than just an amusement park. For those who wish to get away from Liseberg's usually lively activity and for those who wish to collect energy, I recommend Lisebergs Lustgård (translated the Eden of Liseberg). You will get here just after passing through the main entrance and to the right. Lisebergs Lustgård is a 20,000 square meter green area that opened in 2008. Like Liseberg Amusement Park, the Eden raises imagination and playfulness. Here you will find waterfalls, winding paths and artwork. If you look closely, you can find quotes written in stone. At the same time there are open lawns and lots of plants. A place to visit not only during a day at Liseberg, but also during ones free time or during lunch if you happen to work nearby. Be sure to visit Lisebergs Lustgård as long as they are still open and the nature is green. With an annual pass, several visits awaits. 🙏 For more information about Liseberg Park and Garden Liseberg är mer än bara en nöjespark. Fö...

A few years ago I went to a presentation about Ung Cancer's work. I was incredibly touched by the presentation and the film "Det är okej att känna" (It is ok to feel). I wanted to contribute in some way. So for a few years now I have from time to time beaded bracelets. The moment I bead is a type of mindfulness for me. I'm relaxed yet focused on what to do, one by one beads become bracelets. Bracelets that are sold and give funds to Ung Cancer's continuous important work. Sometimes when I'm too much up in my own head, moments like these feel extra valuable and peaceful. On Ung Cancer's beading days, which take place several times a year and in several cities, one can come without registration and stay for as long as you like. Here I have met friendship, love and laughter. Why not open up with a hello to the person sitting opposite you. There are amazing things happening in the coming together of people. A part of a well-spent Sunday it is anyway. 🙏 For m...

It is a partially cloudy morning in August and we are going out for a small getaway. We take the Green Express bus from Nordstan and get off about 20 minutes later at Råda portar in the municipality of Härryda. From here we walk just over 1 km through a long beautiful avenue, which finally leads us to Råda Manor. The manor has a well preserved historical environment dating back to medieval times. We explore and enjoy the beautiful surroundings and garden. Just nearby Råda Manor is Lake Rådasjön and Råda nature reserve. We decide to walk the 2 km long nature walk around the peninsula called Labbera. Along the walk we learned more about nature through the app Naturfrågan Mölnlycke, fun and educational. It became an amazing walk in beech forest with a detour to visit the ruin that was built in the 19th century. To sum up it was a quiet and lovely trip and we are filled with historical beauty. Just like traveling through time for a short while. And time flies. 🙏 For more information abou...

Mindful eating is a way of slowing down and paying attention to food habits. Learn to recognise why you eat, when you eat, what you eat and how you eat. Are you nourishing the body or the mind? The thought is to make active choices. By mindful eating you can learn to nourish body and soul and find a healthier way of eating. Start positive rituals around cooking and eating, such as preparations and creativity around the presentation of the meals. Sitting down with no distractions and taking the time to appreciate when we eat our meals, whether it is by ourselves or with our loved ones. 🙏 Att äta medvetet är ett sätt att sakta ned och uppmärksamma matvanor. Att lära sig att känna igen varför du äter, när du äter, vad du äter och hur du äter. Ger du näring åt kroppen eller sinnet? Tanken är att göra aktiva val. Genom att äta medvetet kan du lära dig att ge näring till kropp och själ och hitta ett hälsosammare sätt att äta. Starta positiva ritualer runt matlagning och ätande, som til...