A New Life in Sweden 🇸🇪
Embracing Change and Finding Home
A few months ago, I packed up my life, my family, and everything that would fit into a van and trailer, and we left Germany for a fresh start in Sweden. It wasn’t just a move—it was a complete reset, a decision made with both heart and reason. Now, as I sit here, looking out over the endless forests and frozen lakes, I realize just how much life has changed.
Why Sweden?
For years, I had felt trapped in a cycle of expectations—work, responsibility, and the constant pressure to do more, be more. Burnout had knocked on my door too many times, and I knew that something had to change. Sweden, with its vast landscapes, slower pace, and deep connection to nature, called to me. The idea of living in harmony with the seasons, of giving my children a childhood filled with adventure and simplicity, felt like the right path.
The Reality of Starting Over
Starting a new life in a different country is exhilarating but also exhausting. The paperwork, the cultural adjustments, and the sheer logistics of moving with a family tested my patience more than once. There were moments when I questioned everything—when the cold felt too sharp, when the language barrier seemed impossible, and when I missed the familiarity of my old life.
But then there were the moments of magic:
✨ Waking up to absolute silence, only broken by the sounds of nature.
✨ Watching my children play in the snow without a care in the world.
✨ Learning to slow down, to breathe, to be present.
Lessons in Letting Go
One of the biggest challenges was letting go—of possessions, of old patterns, of the need to control everything. I had to declutter not just my house but also my mind. Moving forced me to ask: What truly matters? The answer wasn’t in things but in experiences, in freedom, in the space to grow into who I truly am.
What’s Next?
Sweden is not just a place I moved to—it’s a new chapter, an experiment in living differently. I am still figuring things out, still adjusting, still learning. But one thing is certain: this move was about more than just geography. It was about reclaiming my life, my time, and my peace.
I’ll be sharing more about life in Sweden—the beauty, the struggles, the unexpected joys. If you’re thinking of making a big life change, let me tell you this: it’s terrifying, but it’s worth it.
Would you ever move to a new country for a fresh start? Let’s talk in the comments! 🚀
🙏this is an interesting post @sandravibes it would be great if you write an #introduction post so the community can get to know more about you and officially welcome you to Hive.
That a great idea! It will be right there.
you can publish it in any community.
I will be looking forward to reading and sharing it 🙏 it just needs a #introduction hashtag.
Thank you!