the new nordic way journal

This week we talk about failing, exploring, evaluating, and eliminating distractions to embrace essentialism and foster personal growth. Discover the power of questioning, reflection, and consistency as he shares insights from books like "Essentialism" and "Good Leaders Ask Great Questions."

Immerse yourself in the changing spring season of the New Nordic region, where beauty and disruption inspire a transformative exploration of personal growth. Discover the 10% rule - a profound strategy for harmoniously balancing life's pleasures and disciplined self-improvement, ultimately enhancing personal development and well-being.

Discover how embracing simplicity can help you become an effective self-leader. Learn practical tips to start your self-leadership journey and achieve success on your own terms.

May Day, or Vappu in Finnish, is a national holiday in Finland celebrated on the 1st of May. It is associated with the arrival of spring, the Finnish labor movement, and a sense of community and unity. Traditionally, people wear white student caps and overalls to symbolize academic achievement and equality. However, the most important aspect of the holiday is spending time with friends and fostering healthy relationships.

Find your vision and start living a life you truly enjoy with the Perfect Day Model - a four-step process to clarify your goals, prioritize your actions, reduce stress, increase productivity, and create a sense of purpose. Dream, Reverse Engineer, Build, and Process your way to a life that aligns with your goals, values, and priorities.

Life is not effortless, and success does not just happen. The belief in an effortless life is a common misconception that often creates unrealistic expectations and feelings of inadequacy. In reality, success is earned through hard work, perseverance, and determination. Embracing the chaos and challenges of life can lead to growth, renewal, and a fulfilling journey. In this journal, we will dive deep into demystifying the myth of effortless success and the beauty of chaos in achieving our goals.

In today's fast-paced, tech-driven world, balancing work and personal life is a big challenge. The pandemic has made things harder with a fully digital work environment, leading to burnout, lack of motivation, and blurred work-life boundaries. To overcome these challenges, a flexible and collaborative work environment that prioritizes your well-being is necessary.

In a world where the future is uncertain, it's important to create a vision for your future self and take action to make it a reality. By breaking free from a fixed mindset and envisioning your ideal life, you can plant the seed for success and design a life you love. Start by creating a vivid and detailed picture of your future self and write a description that includes your values, desired work, relationships, and accomplishments.

Entrepreneurship is more than starting a business. It's a problem-solving and creative mindset that we all possess. Our ancestors were entrepreneurs too. However, society's limited view of entrepreneurship excludes many from its benefits. To unleash this potential, we must redefine entrepreneurship and acknowledge that it encompasses everyone.

Learn to break free from unproductive busyness by becoming self-aware and practicing real pauses. By becoming the watcher of your mind, you can identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and make positive changes.

I’m often asked how I got ‘here,’ how I became the Ronny you know today. Truthfully, I likely started somewhere similar to you and today you will get to know that story.