Why Scandinavians Adore the outside: The Principle of Friluftsliv By Guss Woltmann
In Scandinavia, nature isn’t just an area to visit—it’s a strategy for lifetime. The Norwegian phrase friluftsliv (pronounced cost-free-loofts-liv), which translates approximately to “open-air lifetime,” captures a deeply rooted cultural philosophy shared across Norway, Sweden, and Finland. It’s about currently being outside, frequently