What can you learn from life abroad – when ‘sailing the seas of overseas’? In the beginning of this year – before this global crisis was on – I started listing things I’ve learned during my family’s* nine years abroad, and I’ve noticed that these qualities are helpful also in the volatile and restricted times…
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15+ Sunny Sides of Switzerland That Make You Want to Stay
Jump directly to the part “The Zurich Coffee Place Recommendations”, updated 29.5.2025 What are the best things about where you live? By listing the positives of your living place, you gain a helpful perspective that lets you see the good around you. The list can be especially useful when you’re struggling with your current location,…
The power of positive feedback
After one particularly long day, I noticed a review of my book ‘Greetings from Abroadland’ on (a Finnish) blog called ‘Kirjeitä Shanghaista’. It made me happy and humbled. How amazing that the book has made a positive impact! And that the blogger had taken time to write the review. It made me also to think…
The best teachers
“Every child is an artist. The problem is how to remain an artist once he grows up.”– Pablo Picasso Every child is also a teacher. Here are things we can learn from kids: A child looks things from different perspectives and surprises in many ways. Kids can be delighted because of the rain, when many…
5 QUICK TIPS FOR A GOOD VISIT ’BACK HOME’
Edited 11.7.2019 Holidays are coming and so are the visits to see family and friends! Here are 5 quick tips for a successful visit ’back home’: If you will be visiting your friends and family in your native country / home town soon, I hope you will have a great time! 💛
Should we go or should we ‘no’? Tools for making any big decision
Should we move or should we stay? Should I start my own business?… Decision making is especially challenging when the choice affects many people. These tips can help you to make good decisions!
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