What if More People Lived Like This?

[@KalleFlodin]

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[@beth_winegarner]

I often wish I could live like this, but I am disabled and have chronic illnesses that require easy access to regular medical care. I feel like this is something off-grid and rural-living folks don't address as often as they should. Still, I am grateful for channels like yours and Jonna's where I can escape into another world for a little while.

[@LilliSkog]

I live with numerous chronic illnesses alone in the forest. Your life us what you make it to be, not a copy of someone elses. People make videos on their lives to inspire 🙏🏼💕🌲🏡🌲

[@beth_winegarner]

@@LilliSkogThat's wonderful. How do you manage your illnesses while living so far away from health services?

[@LilliSkog]

@@beth_winegarner By eating healthy and working in a healthy way, and not overdoing anything. I don't need doctors all the time if I live healthy and stay avtive by taking walks. Nature is my medicine 💚🌲🏡

[@beth_winegarner]

@@LilliSkog That's great. What would you do if you did need regular medical care and medication?

[@LilliSkog]

@@beth_winegarner I don't need mire than one regular check up during the year. I find that worrying about health makes health worse - so I don't. It simply is what ut is. I recommend that approach 🙏🏼

[@helenatapper777]

Such a relaxing video Kalle. 🫐🌲☀️🙌🏽 Yes! I’m actually on my way to move from Skåne to Norrland now, as my soul all of a sudden is craving nature after living about 15 years in big cities like London, Paris, Buenos Aires and Stockholm. We Swedes are so blessed and privileged for having so much spectacular nature in our country. And it’s also quiet and clean here. 🇸🇪❣️ I’m glad for you that you followed your dreams, now living your dream, and inspire others to do the same. ✨✨✨

[@venjo986]

Yeah, you are blessed! You can drink water from the lakes and enjoy soltitude on a beautiful place that looks like in movies or fantasy video games, that’s very awesome! Deep in my heart, I feel like I want to live in Sweden, Finland or maybe in Russia. Somewhere in the big Forrest’s of the beautiful north!

[@ShreeRamFaujdar-gm3bj]

Take me with you too please 🥺

[@Linda-xu5nl]

I’m so grateful to have found your channel Kalle! I’m in Washington State right now in a tiny house listening to the rain on my metal roof. This may have been my very favorite of all your videos. It somehow ushered me into a place of peace, after a rough week. Thank you for being transparent with us about your struggles, and joys too! Like chopping wood and playing with your dog. It helps me feel less alone, and I think others may feel the same way. I know this channel has to be so much work, but thank you for not giving up! You are helping many people to have hope and peace. I wish the greatest joy and blessings in your life. Light burdens and a huge amount of peace in your heart. ❤

[@savingsiskola]

It is lovely how Kalle is connecting people from all over the world with similar mindsets.

[@borka4474]

Is this what the rainbowhippies is really about?

[@annettec8555]

So peaceful. I live alone with my Labrador in Pacific Northwest and also enjoy solitude.

[@patricksullivan2816]

Splitting firewood for me is like meditation. It forces me to be present and to take whatever comes in stride. Stay blessed Kalle, and everyone out there!

[@katapodis_spyros]

If you don't have yet, you can also make a compost bin in your garden. Then, you can "recycle" all of your food scraps and organic matter to make a nutritional soil for your plants!

[@lalruatsangahmar8866]

This is the dream. Might be lonely or stressful sometimes but ill be living the way I wanted, cant always have everything. Love the vid👍

[@KalleFlodin]

Life's a roller coaster, it's always going up and down, you just have to enjoy the ride and make the best out of it 😊

[@upnorthandpersonal]

I'm off-grid here in Finland. Not in a simple cabin like yours, but a log house with all the things one expects from a modern house - just not connected to the grid. I provide my own power (electricity, heat, fuel), water and waste water processing. Big or small, there is always something to do and things are never finished. Quite some people wouldn't be able to do this because they need a full time job, kids need to be close to school which means living closer to or in the city for friends, activities, etc. The countryside is great, but very few families out there and kids miss out on opportunities. Then there is the financial risk to take a step like this: the risk if things don't work out holds people back - and I understand that perfectly. This life of ours isn't for everyone, and in a way, I'm glad for that: can you imagine what would happen to our nature if everyone decided to go build cabins to live in all over? The summer cottage is usually enough for most people to get a taste of this.

[@AGooseInSweden]

I'm curious - considering you're entirely off-grid, how're you generating electricity in winter? I can't imagine solar would cover your needs.

[@upnorthandpersonal]

@@AGooseInSweden I make biodiesel in summer with used cooking oil to use in a Diesel generator. Using that I charge the batteries once every two weeks or so.

[@AGooseInSweden]

​@@upnorthandpersonal Very cool. Any rough idea as to what the cost picture looks like? Do you create the biodiesel just from household waste, or do you collect organic matter for it?

[@upnorthandpersonal]

@@AGooseInSweden I get used oil for free from the deep fryer of a local restaurant. I only make a small batch since I need very little, a few hundred liters at most. The only costs I have to make it are the catalyst (potassium hydroxide - 10 euro/kg and can be recovered) and methanol (which I am able to buy in 1000L IBC tote for 20 cent/liter because it's not high quality but doesn't matter for this).

[@AGooseInSweden]

@@upnorthandpersonal Cool stuff - very interesting food for thought. I've been thinking about how one could manage self-sufficient off-grid power generation in the north, but this isn't an avenue I'd considered in the past. Thanks for sharing!

[@furkanozkan6536]

One of the greatest videos you have ever made! I believe I have followed you for over 2 years. Thank you!

[@KalleFlodin]

Wow, thank you! I'm actually really proud over this one, so your words means the world 😍❤

[@rzch6092]

Needed this to unwind My Sunday evening 🌳

[@B4NTO]

I actually moved to the North now aswell, but not deep inside the forest. Moved here for education as a Game Designer in Boden. It's nice to have nature so close by and I can't wait for the auroras :D

[@EmpathVibe]

I needed this video today. I'm from the US, and I lived in Maine for five years, and absolutely fell in love with the lifestyle of some of the older people there along with the slower pace and amazing natural beauty of it all. It was inspiring. Unfortunately I had to move south, back to a big city that I can't stand. Being out there in nature awakened a part of me I thought I had lost. I hope to get back there one day, and spend the rest of my life exploring the wild world. Thanks for keeping me going, and bringing a smile to my face when depression has been kicking my butt.

[@jennyfulcher8035]

You live both an idyllic and physically challenging life in the wilderness. You are so fortunate and I hope that you enjoy many years in your cabin. Jenny 🐺🐾🐦🪶🦉🥀🐝🪲🌷🦋🐛

[@MissSchnickfitzel]

I'll say it everytime..I'm jealous, endlessly. And I hope some day I can live at least similiarily to this.

[@sheridanbleu4752]

Simplicity = Serenity 🧘‍♀️ Peace of mind and tranquility is far better than any material things. I'm an introvert and love just being at home in my own space. There is always something to do. You and Christine enjoy your peaceful life together. Remember, slow down and just breathe...

[@nemo2203]

What a beautiful life, enjoy!

[@sonjawld6464]

I'm so happy for you, that you have this place to live and create. It's great to see all the things growing and changing. I hope I will find such a place one day for myself. In the meantime, I enjoy your videos 😊

[@KalleFlodin]

I hope you will get there one day soon Sonja 😊❤

[@joanntucker2742]

Love seeing your pretty dogs and you, beautiful country.👏👍😍

[@natureisherhome]

So nice to see your garden is flourishing. If you are looking for something to cook with all your zucchinis, I can recommend zucchini fritters. They are delicious and can be frozen and enjoyed at a later time.

[@yeghia78]

Dear Kalle, although we haven't met in this lifetime (yet, at least), I believe that we were friends in a past life. Regarding the question of what would happen if more people lived like this, I believe that the world would become a much better place to live in, 100% improved. Take care, man, 🙏💚

[@stevefranks1711]

Just watched this for the second time. It was much needed this morning! Terrific video Kalle, with lovely images, music, and thoughts. Thank you, and Best Wishes from Whidbey Island, Washington state, USA.

[@KalleFlodin]

Thank you so much Steve 🥰

[@pattidunkin870]

While I do love my own non-simple life, I deeply appreciate your beautiful and meaningful videos. I got to live vicariously.

[@Kty4419]

Just beautiful❤simplicity is the best ❤🌲✨

[@KalleFlodin]

Thank you so much 🥰

[@Kty4419]

@@KalleFlodin 🤗💗🌲

[@Nartyrr]

Such a cozy video 😊 Caught myself smiling several times during the video, thank you. It is inspiring to see that you have build a life you truly enjoy. Hopefully I'll manage to do the same in the near future! 🌱

[@gabrielleszafir]

I relate to so much from here - I make KZbin videos in a similar spirit as you and was living in what was literally my dream country home (I smiled when you were talking about the firewood because we used to have to do the same thing!). I'm now living another dream of mine by living and traveling on the road across the continent with my two cats looking for the next place I want to call home and finding a lot of magical places in nature in the meantime. Congrats on your new sponsor! Sending love from my corner of the world to yours! Keep going 💫💫💫

[@druss8052]

I'm off grid in Ireland, and it is the best way to live really for me. It has its challenges but that's part of it.

[@jannybranciforte9295]

The chopping of wood, the stacking, you are soooo present in presence. It’s the most divine meditation one can do, so I can see how you love it and find it so fulfilling. You are so alive in your life of simple joys. A living and practical meditation. 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@LoraStaneva]

Very beautiful video, Kalle! 👏 Hopefully everyone who wishes for life like that will live it 🌲✨ Also congrats on the new sponsor, fits your channel very well 🧘‍♀️

[@KalleFlodin]

Thank you Lora 🥰 Yea, I'm so excited about Headspace! They've been one of those I really have been hoping to work with one day, and now it finally happened! 🎉

[@LoraStaneva]

You deserve it! 🌟 Don’t forget to celebrate that milestone 🎉

[@abeach5420]

@@KalleFlodin Yeahhh congrats Kalle. Do you have plans to travel abroad or anything like that? I mean whooo in their right mind would LEAVE your adobe and property plus . Absolutely a top tier vid share Kalle. Luved chillness to music too.

[@suksysavage713]

Can anyone just go into the woods find a clearing and set up a home??

[@LoraStaneva]

@@suksysavage713 I think you’d have to buy the land on which you’d want ti build a house 🙂

[@melissapatel7196]

I live off grid on a farm and there’s always something to do, to stress out about. I take a moment to appreciate that I get to live this life take one step at a time do what’s need done now. When I started your video I was thinking about what’s happening with the A-frame and then I saw the roof I was like boy that’s still not done. Then you bring it up. You will get it done when time is right.

[@irmibullinger1421]

Your sauna turned out wonderful. It was really nice seeing Mathias taking time from his work schedule to come and help you

[@EmilyBachmeier]

Cannot wait to live this life. The thought of it keeps me motivated at work so i can acheive it

[@audreydeneuvis6620]

As you often say, this life is not perfect but if it brings you some mind quietness and makes you grow, then it's really worth living it. The editing, the music and the rhythm of this video make it very relaxing. Nice job with the garden, it's growing spectacularly ! You have a green thumb. I hope to see another Cooking with Kalle !

[@agucci]

Thank you so much for another great video, Kalle. 🙏

[@KalleFlodin]

You're welcome 🤗 thank you for watching ❤️

[@mariettehamel12358]

Boring or rutine work is a FANTASTIC mindfulness meditation... active "to be in the present moment" meditation! You and "Talasbuan" are realizing what it takes to start from scratch, like the pioneers in America... it takes years to have your house the way you want it but... what a reward afterwards! 👍💖

[@slavkadamaskova2403]

Just your videos themselves are very calming. That's a Headspace itself. Liked your puppy eating blueberries.

[@benoitdewulf1465]

People who understand and feel nature like to live in nature. We live in the countryside where there is a lot of nature around us. I get my energy from nature and also hold rituals with the sun and the full moon. With the annual seasonal festivals that we celebrate as Witch. I also call myself a witch or a nature witch, and I carry this with me all my life😊

[@clairejohnson5408]

Love your videos Kalle, I wish I could live a life more like yours, find your videos relaxing and helps with my anxiety, just a thought I recently harvested lots of courgettes/zucchini’s ( I’m in uk) I made a simple delicious soup with them, just courgettes, onion, garlic potato, a chilli pepper, vegetable stock and stir through cream at the end and sprinkle with herb of choice, one way to use them up x I’m sure it would freeze without the cream too

[@crazedhark5200]

11:03 "the most mediocre thing, like stacking firewood could be the most rewarding" is a luxury not many people have but should learn to do so, I dont want to be cliche here but, there are really so many beautiful things in life such as just random puddles on the street reflecting a lamp post and Im glad my brain was wired or adopted to that kind of thing, maybe as a form of escape when growing up or something. I know we all lived all kinds of life, with many challenges in their on way that makes it hard for us, but growing up, made me realize, if it doesnt rain (which causes me a minor inconvenience) then I wouldnt be able to appreciate seeing the same puddles on the street, birds taking shelter on random houses windows and a street less crowded which gives a more serene feeling than normal.

[@Kitty_JK1]

So love the way you are living. It is so beautifull and peaceful out there. 🌿💕 I like the vegetable garden. 🙌

[@ВераТелепина]

Thank you for your calm and peaceful videos🌿

[@renhermsen8062]

Thanks for sharing Kalle!! 🌲

[@ConnyGermangirl]

Hi Kalle, it was nice watching your video on an easy relaxing Sunday evening. I'm amazed how your veggie garden has grown,it seems like just yesterday you started making a garden. I love the abundance of 🌿 herbs and zucchini. Your breakfast looked so 😋 yummy and healthy. I loved watching the fire in the sauna and the smoke coming out of the chimney,so relaxing. Your work seems never ending, but, one thing at a time right😊❤. Sending hugs from Washington State.❤❤

[@KalleFlodin]

Thank you so much Connie 🥰 Hugs!

[@monikacarless_wordwitch]

I really loved this format Kalle, peaceful and inspiring

[@the_dad_library]

More people should, thanks for sharing

[@KmmBev]

To answer your question...The sense of purpose becomes just living instead of trying to figure out how to live, chronic diseases would cease to exist and we would all live in a world that was human paced, sleeping when we are tired, eating when we are hungry and enjoying each moment, just like all other animals do.🙌

[@rebeccamercer4160]

You are doing great! I know it is overwhelming when you have so many projects! I have felt the mode! Do one thing and get it done! That is what you have to train your mind ! It works! Stay on track! It happens to the most of us! Stop at 5 o’clock and enjoy the fresh air! You will always have things to do! Enjoy what Our Lord has blessed you with! Enjoy beauty! God bless you dear!❤️

[@yoyoyoyo-qv5hu]

Basically we'd all be chilled and able to critically think!

[@laules]

Thank you again for this beautiful and relaxing video! 🍃 So happy that you find your way there and now do these's videos for us 💚

[@Gemisnotmyname]

I watch your videos at night and it brings such a relaxtion and calmnes watchin the future life I wanna create for myself. Keep creating videos. Its absolutely amazing

[@MageThief]

Great video to calm me down and put my mind in to a calm and good space.

[@sharenladd2948]

I think you're a special person .. I really enjoy your videos. Thank you for sharing :)

[@josefinematildehansenvonki2384]

I just love the swedish woods with all it's berries all year round❤.

[@someones_journey]

Love these slow paced videos, such an inspiration, thanks!

[@GHExploration]

Some aren't as lucky, enjoy every moment.

[@MatteaCarson]

These style of videos are everything 🌞🙌🏼🌿 love it!

[@malinL08]

Min favoritvideo hittills. Mycket hypnotisk. Älskade det!

[@LeateqOfficial]

Amazing video man Always great vibes !

[@KalleFlodin]

❤🙏

[@dammisen7599]

Jättefin video, som vanligt. Tack för en avkopplande stund🙏

[@brodylafonte5202]

Beautiful video as always Kalle ❤🙏🏻

[@Aliaselias727]

This video is so so wonderful, Kalle! Watching this is such a stress relief for my agitated mind. Thank you so much for that! 😊

[@kathrynmoll86]

A study in meditation and relaxation.🙏🏼

[@miamolin]

Nice relaxing video. ❤ Some doing and speaking in a good balance. ❤️ Have a lovely week Kalle! ❤🙏

[@KalleFlodin]

Thank you Mia 🥰

[@gurkmeja2021]

Absolutely LOVELY video! 🌟✨️🌟 So relaxing watching it. 😍 We have loads of blueberries at our cottage in Småland, but due to monstrous amounts of ticks (fästingar) I don't pick them. One afternoon/evening my husband & I picked altogether 70 - 80 ticks on our collie's face.....😬😒 Thank you for this video and have a great week! I'm off to a Red Cross meeting. /Ditte in Skåne 🤓

[@josephr9551]

I took a mid-day break from work to watch this meditative video. Taking a bath in that pond surrounded by Mother Nature! What would I give to have that experience again! So lovely, than you Kalle.

[@gennyromeril]

When I watch your videos and others that live in the remote areas of Sweden, it brings back memories of my time in Northern Alberta, Canada. I see the lush, pristine land with lakes and bush land, untouched by man that take me back to a much more simplier time. I was fortunate to live with the Slavey people of northern Alberta. Your video of the dog sleigh, reminded me of the of that time as well. In the 70's the dogs sleigh was the way the people traveled and the horse drawn wagons were also used. Many of the things that you do to survive, ie cutting wood, was the way the people lived. Hunting for moose for food and tanning the hides to make moccasins was also part of their lifestyle. It was a wonderful time in my life and when I watch videos of that lifestyle it makes me smile. As you probably are aware Canada has been on fire. Those prestine lands have been burning. Although it is not unusual for us to have wildfires, the fires has been more extreme, all across Canada and out of control. The Northwest Territories have had over 300 fires burning. The city of Yellowknife had to evacuate their homes and movie south. I now live in the south of Alberta but we feel the effective of what is happening in the north. It has been extremely smokey

[@Oli_Thompson]

Great video Kalle! It's really inspiring to see the reality of your days and how long you can get absorbed into the things that keep your life viable, and love it! I think a lot more people would live like this if certain things in society shifted - I think a lot of systems have built up to the point where so many are "dependent" and it takes a lot to detach from that. I really commend you for taking that leap and I think a lot of us here are vicariously living through what you're doing. I plan on getting to a similar place before too long - thanks for the constant inspiration.

[@anabelakunkel8731]

Beautiful, kalle I love your Videos they are peacefull and bring so much Happinnes in to my Heart I also Praxis meditation🧘‍♀️ and I also need to be Connected Whith Natur.Thank you so much I which you All the Best 🙏

[@lovelifementoring5399]

In the forest with doggie collecting blueberries, ah bliss! I just love the sauna, how many times per week, month do you use it? What are the benefits you’ve noticed? 😊😊

[@JM-mj1lb]

What a beautiful video Kalle!

[@pierrefuga9862]

❤Bravo guys...Good luck🎉

[@soilesolange5840]

A nice video, thank you!

[@kevinhernborg102]

Hittade nyligen din kanal och måste säga, tusan va man mår bra av att kolla på dina videos. Från någon som vill bo längre norrut så ger du mig väldigt mycket inspiration 😃✨

[@KalleFlodin]

Va fint att höra, tack Kevin 🥰

[@surajdowarah72]

Wish i could live like this!!

[@trapdeath99]

glad to see old kalle back ❤❤❤

[@KalleFlodin]

❤🙏

[@trapdeath99]

@@KalleFlodin ❤️

[@nata3467]

your location is just gorgeous

[@soilewiirila7289]

En mysig video, tack!

[@elisabetbyberg2879]

Helt underbar film och så fridfull...älskar den ❤🤗💚💚

[@MagicontheMoor]

I love kale and for some reason bacon goes so well with dark greens! You live in a beautiful place and have a great channel. You can't beat a real log fire!

[@Elsa568being]

Thanks for making my day and make me feel better🙏🙏🙏🍀🍀🍀

[@KalleFlodin]

❤🙏

[@sesas4810]

Such a relaxing video, thanks. How great does it feel to eat from your own garden, I love it. Here in Australia we are enjoying the last of the cauliflower and cabbage and looking forward to the many snow peas growing. Enjoy.

[@paulroberts5695]

A pleasure to watch 😊

[@sharminproctor8826]

Soo beautiful there! 🙌❤️

[@libakan]

Great video, beautiful and peaceful as usual, I especially love how you always strive to mix the off-grid / nature lifestyle and modern technology (e.g. apps, remote work etc.). That's something we're also aiming to achieve being quite remote in Australia, but I have to say, always requires constant adjustments especially with kids, but also having to work on our own priorities, discipline, self motivation etc..

[@kathleenmead9259]

thank you Kalle

[@nativetexson]

Relaxing video. Thank you. Ahhhh...

[@swisslifelover]

Kalle, thank you so much! I love all of your videos. I have a little request or idea: Can you try once to not use too much music? I would love to hear all the natural sounds of stacking wood, yours and the dogs steps in the forest, raindrops.... just no music for once, even tough you pick great background music. I would be so nice...

[@ashley7260]

Hi Kalle, Thank you for the weekly escape to beautiful, rural northern Sweden. My suggestion about the roof is to invite a friend to finish it with you. This makes the task less overwhelming and holds you to a schedule-- when your friend arrives to help.

[@KalleFlodin]

I'm happy you liked it 🥰 Yes, I've already hired a friend! 😊

[@ashley7260]

@@KalleFlodin Good for you! You will feel so great when it's finished!

[@forrest_life23]

Hello Kalle ! thank you so much for this beautiful video. It is so relaxing I will keep it in my favorite so I can watch it again and again... I really make me want to drive straight to Sweden and move into a nice wood cabin ! One day this dream will come true. I am doing all I can to make it this way 🤩🤩🤩

[@KalleFlodin]

That's really sweet of you to say 🥰 I hope you will get there one day soon! ❤

[@Kelseashell]

I understand people like the luxuries of modern life, but I’m sure if people lived this way they would be more fulfilled and purposeful. Also, our air and oceans would not be so polluted. I would say it’s worth it.

[@MellyNicky]

Very pretty video. Love Nala, love the views from the tops of the trees, love the fire burning. But I worry about picking up all that wood with bare hands. you don't want to get a splinter, or an infection, please wear gloves or be careful! Also... a sauna is nice, but nothing beats a hot water shower. Are you guys going to get running water anytime soon?

[@vswild7005]

Kalle! Please look into how to harvest your kale/lettuce and then also things like mint/basil/whatever that was. You will notice them grow back MUCH more abundantly when harvested correctly. Please dont hate me but at the moment you're killing them slowly 🙈 Its hard to explain with words. I can try if you want, but its probably easier to find some good videos to get the visual 💚💚 also YES, when zucchini get going, you better be ready haha they're intense

[@karenroberts9941]

Wow Kalle Such a beautiful video Your honesty well I don’t know what to say Inspires me, challenges everyday can be overwhelming As my husband tells me Deal with one thing at a time Put it in a box and move on Don’t let to many things overwhelm us Which they can Beautiful video Calm inspirational Beautiful Thank you x Yes one of the very best videos you’ve ever posted Love seeing you gather and cook Simple food nutritious x

[@PierreSimonsson]

This is also a privelige for those that can afford this kind of lifstyle after doing the dog years getting alot of money from work to afford this kind of lifstyle and if you Struggle much i wonder if and why this life is better then your old life in the "big" city.

[@SmilebyHolly]

where do you get your awesome music! Its always so nice!

[@savingsiskola]

Hehe! I also really like stacking up the firewood. Not a big fan of chopping it though. 😅

[@brigitajaunzeme7328]

I love your videos thank you :)

[@kbVACArestatecarsnrvs]

You survived last winter and enjoying the summer's end I see. Garden looks nice and the dogs look so very happy. Glad to see you have one of those hand rakes/pickers for the blueberry bushes. I recently mentioned one of those to others who complained about their fingers and hands being torn apart from picking berries (all types including blue) and they replied back that it would hurt/harm their plants/bushes. It gave me a chuckle to say the least because smart people use them without bringing any harm to the bush. I guess if you were reckless with it, maybe some harm? Guess they just like to complain and will choose sore/cut fingers instead lol. Keep the peacefulness going here.

[@SimplethingswithTamiVlogs]

Love the video! ♥️🙏

[@LilliSkog]

Absolutley love these calm videos, Kalle 🙏🏼 One day I will 🙏🏼🌲 Slowly working my way towards the "end goal" (my new life and beginning) 🌲🏡🌲