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[@KalleFlodin]

Hi friends, if you are one of those that like bloopers, you might wanna stick around to the end, just saying 😉If you have any more questions, just let me know 😊❤

[@MrGBTF]

Hi there! Whats youre location in the north. I'm at the moment looking for a Cabin to spend my summers with the family. And would be cool to have yo guys as our neighbor😊 love your channel greetings from Gothenburg❤

[@mya456789]

I would love to know how you named your dogs! What do their names mean to you? 😊

[@Daniel12.4Ministry]

I lived in the Mountains of Montana USA for about 7 years where I built a home and lived off of the land to a great degree, much like the way you live. I made the mistake of selling my home in the mountains and I have regretted it ever since. The peace, solitude and quiet, as well as the crispness of the air are some of what I miss the most. I recommend to you that you enjoy every moment and never give it up.

[@denniskatinas]

Great respect to you and your girlfriend. You should probably move away from the “hipster” lifestyle and start improving and professionalize every aspect of your situation there and do it yourself, like splitting firewood. This is the life you’ve chosen and firewood is pretty much the core. As for bears, buy a First Strike FSC paintball marker and get metal rounds from Z-Ram. You need something like this. As for the emotions, don’t take it too seriously, it will pass and deepen, it will calm and mature. It will make sense. Just take on this challenge with both hands and go all in every single moment. And the benefit of Sweden, one day when you have 4 kids, you’ll actually be able to get your kids a modest house. Get a greenhouse and step up the garden. You can’t eat and live on mint and flowers. Good luck. Push hard man, this is YOUR Sacrifice! Make your forefathers proud!

[@annaberg6505]

It's beautiful to see your emotions and what your family means to you.

[@KalleFlodin]

❤🙏

[@suzananikolic8607]

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[@maryceron2516]

Agree with you, being surrounde by forest. Although he has strong personalidad, also makes him more emotional😇

[@ldirk58601]

Kalle, as a grandmother myself I would be very happy if my grandchild lived the life they wanted. To be such a pure and simple life is even better. I am happy for you that your family came to visit and to see you all thriving and living a good healthy life. Your A Frame is looking very good! To be honest living anywhere requires a lot of work if one cares about their comfort and lifestyle. Eventually you get old and cant do all that hard work and you miss being strong and capable. Peace and good health to you and yours.

[@kayzeegirl972]

Your comment could have been mine! I was 20 yrs old, young+ full of energy. Did the life I was programmed to do. Had 3 kids, went thru good times,+ hard times. I turned around+ have a granddaughter in university. I never thought I would be OLD! Can’t do most things. My body + mind won’t get together! My husband+ I have many regrets- we wish we had left this crazy system we live in,+ moved ( northern Sweden is perfect)+ had a very different life. Now- we can’t. Youth makes a lot of difference. When you are young- you don’t have that wisdom yet. It’s a hard thing to wrap Your brain around- really thinking about what you CAN do while you still can😊👩🏻‍🦳

[@christianjacquesbennett]

@ldirk58601 and @kayzeegirl972 I think millions are feeling like this, me included - well said both of you - words of wisdom.

[@kayzeegirl972]

Too bad we can’t be “ old” first, then young! I’ve told my granddaughter several times-“ I wish we had , had you first!” She just laughs!

[@ShreeRamFaujdar-gm3bj]

I'm from India My mother, father and everyone in my family just want me to get a job and do all the stuff people do Buy land property, earn money, save, earn name and fame and all that ...... And I just wanna go somewhere where I can live close to nature, grow some fruit trees, make my own food, grow some wheat in some area, vegetables, a small garden with flowers in it, and a small place for me to sleep Just as simple as it can be But noone understands it They just want me to be in the same shit they have been their whole lives😢

[@ldirk58601]

@@ShreeRamFaujdar-gm3bj You can not have the life you want and make others happy at the same time. What they think about what you do is their business. As long as you are not using their money or anything of theirs then you should not worry about their thoughts on your lifestyle. Good luck ❤

[@allanstergaard7654]

Hi Kalle, I recommend moving immediately the mint to a bucket. It spread via roots in the ground and it is virtually impossible to control. Before you know it is everywhere. Make sure that you do not even leave small pieces of root in ground.

[@linniecolt]

I was gonna write this, hope he see your coment before it is to late

[@Desenrad]

Made me cry. Your family being proud of the life you built out here is just so joyful. Also bro to bro, crying is good sometimes. I can’t begin to imagine leaving my mother right now as it seems without my help she is over worked, sleeps very little, and has way to many responsibilities. Personally I can’t wait till I get to a good point in my game development journey to where I can live anywhere and do work remotely.

[@KalleFlodin]

Totally agree, crying is very powerful 💪 Good thing she has you then ❤

[@heidiWava]

I'd like a medallion ...! ☺ 🥉

[@Wolfiiee]

I get such an incredible feeling of calm when I watch your videos - the improvements constantly are inspiring! And it's great to hear your grandmother was able to see your place

[@KalleFlodin]

Thank you so much, that's very sweet of you to say ❤

[@terricollins8450]

I love that you have an open heart Kalle and show emotions it's a fantastic thing to see ❤

[@gabba5423]

Your lucky to have a grandparent and mom still here. I was young when my grandma died. My mom's been gone 18 years. Enjoy family as much as you can. There so important to us.

[@maryannaarnold3817]

Hi Kalle, Living with and in nature makes you happy and that is most important for you in LIFE! Love and Light!

[@Barbarellacapsule]

Life is full of challenges.... Its not all plain saling... Work.... Rest & play❤

[@rebeccataylor6577]

M going to do something very similar in mountain in Turkiye. My funds have been pulled so I'm in a very similar situation (or will be soon) keep strong I'm so proud of you and backing you all the he way! X

[@Tinka22]

Your honesty is more soothing than the wonderful nature that surrounds you Kalle. May you be forever safe from the burdens of commercial world.

[@lisaratsch4959]

😢😢😢 oh you got me crying and missing my grandma!!!

[@KalleFlodin]

Sorry 🙈❤

[@carrieanneartsco]

You might want to give the mint it’s own enclosed container. It really spreads and takes over a big area and returns each year.

[@aruvielevenstar3944]

Kalle, I have the same thing. I live in a medieval castle in the Netherlands and it is also a struggle every day to maintain. But I am very happy with the choice we made, I would NEVER want to go back to the city and modern way of living. That’s no life, that is empty and not fulfilling at all. I am surrounded by nature and I love it here, everything is old and you feel the souls of the people who lived here. ❤

[@Riververchi]

We live in Sweden and I WISH we could move to the North of Sweden, but we have a 5 year old. IF we ever moved up the North, chances are she would have no friends nearby, no activities nearby and I won't even mention school/college nearby. So, unless you have no kids, you can mostly move out when you are indeed much older, where you have no longer the responsibility to your children.

[@nasta_nasta]

Thank you for the video! Cried several times! Have to say, that it's a bit ironic that you have fiber optics, but not water. Crazy times! Hope that the situation with water will be solved asap! Have a great summer!

[@truthseeker2531]

A Nation with intact family bonding among its citizens is what I'll call a perfect nation.

[@nathalieforde4205]

You are improving your life bit by bit. You have a sauna now, a cinema room, you are starting a veggy patch. It is hard work but I am pretty sure you would absolutely hate living anywhere else. I think a few of us would be happy to contribute for you guys to have a bathroom in your cabin. You are doing great! Lots of love 💕

[@coturnixc.3390]

Thank you for providing a honest and realistic view of living in nature and away from society. It often gets romanticised, but in reality it's a lot of hard work just to provide the very basics. One also has to have an income to pay for things that one can not produce (equipment, materials, clothes, medicine etc.). Big respect for having the courage and stamina for answering your calling and not giving up despite of all the challenges!

[@alisoncarey9546]

I can only imagine how proud of you that your grandmother is of you ❤️ how proud we all are that you share these beautiful moments ❤️ thank you. Be kind to yourself

[@wildnatureknits]

Love seeing progress on the herb garden! I might suggest transferring your mint and peppermint to the circle section because it's going to take over and choke out your other plants. Some people plant mint in buckets and then bury the buckets in the ground to control the roots. Mint is so easy to grow, but it will go crazy 😬

[@hanniballinator]

How beautiful that your grandma could see your home!!! ❤️ Grandma's are just something else.. I remember this one time we went to my grandma in Germany (I'm from the Netherlands) with Christmas and she suprised me afterwards on Boxing Day (we call it second Christmas Day) by coming to my birthday on her own. Normally that's a two hour trip, but she stopped a lot of times at parking places at the highway. I was totally surprised and it showed how much she cared about me. It was the last time she took such a big trip and sadly she passed away the next year... So yes, grandma's are something else ❤️❤️❤️

[@ConnyGermangirl]

Hi Kalle, Love the memory with your sister and the Link and the bear. You got lots and lots of wood, glad you prepared for the long cold Winter. And thanks for answering my question about your family, it's so nice that your family came to visit, even your grandma, I love it. Such support from your family, that is so beautiful. Awww and the picture of your Grandma totally sweet. Hugs Kalle. ❤❤❤❤ We all have "shitty" day's sometimes right😊❤❤but we pick ourselves up again and keep moving forward.❤❤❤❤❤

[@101life9]

Have you tried mint and basil tea? Just collect some basil and mint, crush a little, add in a jug of water, let it sit, chill or no chill before serving. Very refreshing for summer.😊

[@stevefranks1711]

Splendid video Kalle. Thank you for it, and your lovely, inspiring presence. (1) Medallion? Yes! (2) Sorry about your water situation -- I hope it gets resolved soon. (3) When you are not happy, think of all the joy and inspiration you give people through your work -- that should help make you happy. Chin up and cheerio!

[@Melli_423]

It made me tear up seeing you being emotional about your family. It’s such a blessing to have their support ❤ Also loving the bloopers. A real and true video from beginning to end😂

[@DaveJMorten]

Something that helps me with «balance» or whatever you want to call it, is time on my own. Be that meditation or a hike in the mountains. "The way out is in." - Thich Nhat Hanh

[@krasimiray]

Bloopers!!! I missed those! :) Thank you, Kalle, for the honest and interesting replies to those questions! ☺👍👍👍👍

[@user12122]

Never give up - period.

[@michaelwerner3430]

Saludos desde Chiapas, México. Old fart, here. You're so right about studying what your passionate about. We have too many people that are unhappy working in IT or electrical engineering.

[@tabiripetrovich517]

I lost my grandma two years ago. She was 92. I understood your emotions. Krammar

[@gobindaneti2466]

Really, i liked to your lifestyle very much ❤ from India ( village). It is not easy to survive alone in the middle of the forest. You are really great bro..👍

[@recoverywithme]

Wow! As a Swede (living in the UK for 27 years) I am falling back in love with my homeland through videos like yours. So energising! My family are still there and I have never felt so lucky to still have my Swedish 'pass' with the possibility to one day return. You guys are living the real life - sending you all so much love!!

[@soilesolange5840]

Thank You for an emotional video! Regards from Finland. Please make more this kind of Q & A videos, thank you.

[@mariettehamel12358]

We call this kind of wood (or stone or clay) for the roof: shingles. Thank you for sharing your life and dreams into this Q&A session. I appreciate it a lot! 🙏💖✨

[@margievaneijkern4172]

Love your video. Enjoyed the outtake as well. Very honest words.👍😊🇨🇦

[@marionwallsten7507]

Once you add a water catchment system you will have running water. Absolutely stunning cabin !😊

[@blackibex]

Awww man... 5:30 that teared me up, too. Absolutely lovely.

[@evelinahagelberg6240]

12:52 Åh Kalle! ”Jag vill hitta balans - ge det bara lite tid - men jag tror inte att det kommer hända.” Livet ger tillbaka vad du sänder ut. Om du inte själv tror på att du kan hitta balans så kommer den aldrig att komma. Börja istället visualisera hur livet ”i balans” ser ut och känn känslan, lyckan!, redan nu! ”As above, so below.” Tack för dina fina videor! 🥰 Mvh, en som drömmer om mer frihet och balans i livet 💫✨🌟

[@timclancy1791]

“Aim for happiness and not what others are expecting of you.” - Kalle Flodin Well said. I think we can all benefit from living life this way. That is something I’m working on, and appreciate the reminder.

[@JoJo-vz5uy]

I grew up like this in Europe. We grew all of our food, fruit/veggies and prepped for the winter. We had a well for drinking water and heated up the house with wood. Outdoor house too. Was the best of times and now plans are underway to move to forested area in Maine, US and live a simple life.

[@tim196868]

I miss my grandma I feel the same way about her as you do yours. I lost her a long time ago but I still miss her so much. Bless you.

[@juneturner7964]

♥️♥️♥️♥️ I so loved seeing the pictures of you with your grandma. I know that it’s filled up your heart, but I bet it also filled up hers.

[@druss8052]

Everything in life is either a blessing or a lesson, and a lesson is a blessing in disguise.

[@ninadykhuis9306]

Thank your for your work! I just found your channel, because I love Sweden:) and simple living. I just have to say, the calmness of your videos is pouring right in and I am taking this feeling of groundedness and calmness into my next week. Thank you

[@didgegirl6]

Watching you talk about your family and especially your grandmother deserves all of the thumbs up in the world! Thank you, Kalle!! 💚🌲🙏

[@kristiecox7350]

Awe, I’m so glad your grandma was able to make it out there and your whole family too. ❤❤❤❤

[@M24artijn]

I guess after seeing you and Christine going through so much together (hospital, roof, etc.), just a simple question i would like to ask; how are you both doing now? And also; thank you as always for the great video Kalle!

[@gwendelyne]

I did not expect to cry like I did 🥲we also live in the woods exactly 14 hours away from our family, and the loneliness has started setting in almost 2 years in now. Like a hard kick in the teeth that made us realize how important being physically close is. I was arrogant thinking it would be easy. Also, what you said at the end about life being "it is what it is" really hit home. I don't think everyone realizes that simply "doing what you love" isn't the solution to this notion of perpetual happiness. Doing what you love isn't a magic pill, it comes with its drawbacks and struggles as well. It forces you to do a lot of inner work to create a philosophy and perspective that allows you to create your own happiness when the going gets tough. It's not easy relying entirely on yourself for your own income. Thank you for being so vulnerable and honest, this is the wholesome side of the internet that we really need 💚

[@NordicLifeForUs]

I got so moved by you telling about your grandmother visiting ❤ I am wondering if living a lifestyle that has similarities with her childhood makes you feel closer to her in everydaylife?

[@dustinrosenau2733]

It's good to see I'm not the only one that gets emotional when talking about my grand parents and the time I get to spend with them. I do like the idea of you producing some of the pendants like the one you wear.

[@kathyvangogh4034]

You get so emotional because you feel loved and like you are fulfilling your potential and they appreciate it. That’s what it’s all about!

[@magritmargit]

It is so good to see you with your real emotions and thoughts. Thank you for the video!

[@christianwolff9628]

I cried with you. I felt your Emotion about your grandmother. You are a good men.

[@Aethuviel]

You're very fortunate to still have your grandmother at your age. ❤ Both of my paternal grandparents (who I was very close to) died when I was eleven, my mom's dad died well before I was born, and I never got close at all to her mom (who died when I was 17). I really "envy" (not a nice word) those who get to have their grandparents into their 20s and even 30s, and it seems you know what a treasure you have.

[@argentinagalos6205]

Hi,Kalle ! Although you are only 35 ,young in my opinion, you are very wise, level-headed, and I totally agree with everything you say.Indeed, happiness means a purposeful life. And your choice is what makes you happy.You have discovered yourself,and what"s more,you have discovered the beauty of simple life and the immense power ,beauty and diversity of nature. You are an honest ,sensible man .Thank you so much for your vlogs and I am looking forward to get more ! Have a Happy New Year ! ( I have just come across your channel ).

[@mariakraakman1923]

Kalle Thank🙏💖 you so much, I love your cabine and the life you live together with Chrisina and the dogs.

[@camillavictoria8849]

Love this Kalle. Made me emotional seeing you so emotional. Love that you are so honest and real. This is seriously one of your best videos. Just moved out on a farm myself 3 hours away from everyone we know. And I love it even though it can be lonely. Lucky I have the most important here. My kids and husband. Love following you and Christine’s journey ❤ beautiful people 🙏🏼 - Camilla, Denmark 🇩🇰

[@mkats5102]

Thanks for your honest answers. Beautiful to see how much your family means to you. I am definitely looking forward to your new podcasts!

[@TmHudsonArt]

Check out Roaming Wild Rosie who happens to also be in Sweden and she weaved a fence for her little garden to keep deer out and it looks lovely...

[@wildrosecottage9844]

Wonder if they live near each other! Her video today was 😍😍😍

[@TmHudsonArt]

@@wildrosecottage9844 yeah watched that one....turned out lovely..

[@karenhutchison12]

Loved this video, thank you 🙏🏼💚

[@sarahmercier5472]

I hear you when you describe living rural, far from family, and the beauty of sharing time when they visit. My husband’s family lives really far away, and his mom and grandma (late 80s) visited us together a couple of years ago, and it was so special to share that time. Nothing beats building memories together. It’s bittersweet when family lives far. I feel your sorrow.

[@Tekopptillbergstopp]

Så underbar och emotionell film, Kalle 🥰. Att leva ERT liv som NI vill är så enastående fint att se. Vi bor i ett sekelskifteshus på landsbygden och känner med dig när du beskriver arbetet det innebär. Nu har vi närhet till stad, vi har rinnande vatten (när brunnen funkar som den ska) så vi har lite större bekvämligheter än hos er, men det är ändå galet övermäktigt ibland och jag känner också att ibland vill jag bara ge upp och flytta till en nybyggd lägenhet där allt funkar hela tiden 🌟.. men det "operfekta" är det som skänker energi. Vi har också förmånen att ha vår familj väldigt nära (lite för nära ibland kanske 😆) så det kan jag absolut förstå att det måste vara superjobbigt att ha så långt till dem, men så underbart att se vilken nära relation ni har 💖. Stor kram på er båda, ni är stora inspiratörer!! PS! I skogen runt i våra trakter har vi lodjur, jag har haft förmånen att se den smyga förbi på åkern ungefär en gång varje sommar de senaste åren. Så mäktigt djur 🙏🏻

[@johan_johansson_]

Tusen tack Kalle 🤝🏻

[@quintadacerva]

Thank you for such an honest sharing

[@homer2384]

Thank you!!

[@TheEmpressgoth]

❤Thanks for sharing your world with us

[@lisaratsch4959]

And I would buy a medallion and love it !!!

[@mervihietanen3098]

Mee too😊👍

[@dahtalmichaels7548]

thank you for such a lovely video❤️

[@Alex_the_fox]

Fin video Kalle ❤

[@Rob-sailingchasingrainbows]

Ah that was a great update 😊 keep going stay happy and smile

[@comovidro]

Great video, Kalle. Thank you so much.

[@slavkadamaskova2403]

Thank you for your wise words

[@Fields_Forks]

Good questions Great answers.

[@totallyoffgrid3008]

I once came face to face with a lynx. When I looked to see where my brother was, he was gone, when I looked back, the lynx was gone.

[@PhilipMollerGuitar]

Great video ❤

[@YogaHippie70]

I moved to a remote town in Panamá a year ago. It IS difficult to be far away from family & friends. Thank you for sharing your feelings. ❤

[@graceroyal2301]

Super video as usual ❤️❤️❤️

[@Rackelhane]

Kalle! You are a great guy! 👍👍👍

[@robint7349]

I love your old cabin, it's so comfy and homey looking. And the kitchen with the wide plank floor...beautiful. We, (my husband and I), have huskies too, and yes you are so correct, 😁they need loads of exercise. We're in our mid and late 60's, so running with them is a big "that ain't happening", and that's why God made golf carts. Would love to try using a sled, but we're in Florida, so that's out. Love your vids, I watched a bunch yesterday.😁

[@DinelaCinematography]

WE LOVE YOU MAN♥️

[@cfyfe7168]

Your garden is incredibly beautiful. Looks like a lot of hard work…well done!!! So awesome to have a close family, and to have the memories of your Gran coming to visit you there!

[@nickadizon2089]

You made me cry in your video. I missed my grandmother too🥺 Grandma's love was the best.

[@MyndEye]

Kalle, you emotions when talking about your family gave me a tear to my eye. It was lovely to see your emotion. Also when talking about happiness being a daily struggle, I agree. I think you are a very empathic person and you feel alot but you are also very private too (with your emotions) so to show us this side of you was very raw and open and I felt I got to know you lot better. Tbh I love your cabin in the woods but agree with many that I personally would struggle with the toilet, washing and water situation. I hope you find a way of maybe having reserves in water butts collected from the rain if nothing else and fitting a shower in your cabin and a toilet, especially for the winter months. Your life is beautiful and you can make it more comfortable without compromising on your beliefs x keep doing what you are doing. I appreciate you. Much Love x

[@claudiasbarra1044]

Sending a big hug❤. Such heartopening❤

[@msseasailor5731]

Thank you for the gift of your honesty

[@someones_journey]

Thanks for sharing all of this, very inspiring ❤

[@marcellejosephine9119]

It’s a beautiful video. Very honest. Thank you so much for sharing your answers 💚🌲

[@Patricia-Wafoes]

Family is special. Not always easy, but still very special💕

[@chantaltulliez8066]

😢I understand you missing your family 😍my family is in France 🇫🇷 and I live in Australia 🇦🇺 it’s seems to get harder as I become older ❤

[@davidstoddard9160]

We call your wooden tiles shingles. Again there are several thicknesses of them on different homes and other buildings. If they are really rough looking and quite thick we call them shakes.

[@reneewagner9808]

Thank you, Kalle. Your videos are inspiring, beautiful and raw. Yes, please make the pendants, I will definitely purchase one.

[@saja.]

Lovely Q&A 🍃♥

[@LisaGray1000]

Wow we use 1cbm of firewood of wood each winter. Very different climate lol. I live in NZ in a new insulated house with house and double glazing which helps heaps. Our winter is only a few months really.

[@agibby4848]

❤I’m so happy your grandma was able to be w you… and all your family 💐

[@Ankesadventures]

I loved the honesty ❤

[@meganmccormack5182]

This was absolutely heartwarming Kalle. Thank you for being so transparent with us. The bloopers were funny at the end!

[@letsgooffroad5936]

Thank you for your honesty :) Motivating and beautiful thoughts I share with you.

[@lovelifementoring5399]

Great info on your life 😊😊