by Sofi | 17,02,11 | ARTICLES, featured: SUMMER, Guest Posts, Swedish Geography
An understanding of culture and place is fundamental to connecting with Swedes and their country. In my experience as a newcomer here, exploring different parts of Sweden has helped me connect both with my new home and with the people who live here by fostering a... by Sofi | 17,02,05 | ARTICLES, Interviews
Puns rely on novelty factor. On our way to Sturekatten, to meet Anna Lind Lewin, to talk about her organisation Bee Welcome, Djina and I can’t stop making jokes related to bisyssla [avocation] biverkningar [side effects], bistånd [aid]. We are really looking forward... by Sofi | 17,02,03 | ARTICLES, FEATURED
I used to live in Edinburgh. For seven years. Homesickness did not strike until the last few months. I started taking walks in the parks, dreaming of Swedish woods and lakes. The air was still somehow not fresh enough, the sky not bright enough. The food was somehow... by Sofi | 17,01,02 | ARTICLES, Language Learning
Having gone to school in Sweden, I started learning English at the age of 10. Three years later, every pupil had to choose to study another second language, which in my case turned out to be German. As in most Swedish schools, there were always many language classes... 
by Sofi | 16,12,30 | ARTICLES, BEAUTY, Reader's Question
After Djina starred in the BBC on how Sweden might be the world’s loneliest country for expats, we have received plenty of – and unexpected – queries for matchmaking. Unfortunately, our expertise does not cover love, but we thought at least we could share... by Sofi | 16,12,13 | ARTICLES
Originally, this occasion was to celebrate the winter solstice With the change of calendars in 1753 (from the Julian to the Gregorian), the dates moved backwards. Up until then, December the 13:th marked the winter solstice. As this was the longest night of the... by Sofi | 16,12,02 | ARTICLES, Book Reviews, Language Learning
When you have reached an advanced level (around B2), it may be time to start reading books in Swedish. This is a huge step, and the first few ones will probably appear really blurry to you. But when this has become a habit, this is an excellent and affordable way to... 
by Sofi | 16,11,02 | ARTICLES, Swedishness
Although you might see Swedish cities full of cafés and bars that are frequented all day and night, many Swedes would argue that the best place to meet and hang out with friends is still at home. I would even say that many otherwise seemingly reserved Swedes thaw a... 
by Sofi | 16,10,20 | ARTICLES, Expressions, FEATURED, Featured: VOICES
Honeymoon is over, the sun sets a little earlier every evening, and the Swedish mood is dipping. And with that, so is your positive, easy-going attitude towards learning Swedish and trying to get more integrated at your Swedish workplace or with your Swedish new... by Sofi | 16,08,10 | ARTICLES, Reader's Question
Reader’s Question: In the hierarchy of perceived attributes in Sweden is humble No1…and what are the other 9 in the top 10? /R This is my list, based on theoretical research (Åke Daun, Geert Hofstede), personal experience, anecdotal...