Category: Blog
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2025 Reading Exploration: Highlights from a Year of Words
A personal reflection on my 2025 reading journey, from discovering poetry to falling in love with memoirs, classics, and Backman’s fiction.
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Why I’m Learning Finnish
Learning Finnish in Helsinki opened doors to culture, connection, and everyday moments I don’t want to miss.
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My First Afternoon Race: Running the Tallinn 10K at 2 PM
in BlogRunning the Tallinn 10K with its rare 2 PM start made me both enjoy and struggle with racing as a runner and tourist.
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Journaling My Way Through Hobonichi Confusion
I’m torn about my next Hobonichi setup for 2026. See how writing through my planner doubts turns confusion into clarity.
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Why I Still Commute While Working From Home
Working from home cuts commuting but what if the commute boosts productivity? Here’s why I still ride the metro despite having a home office.
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Balcony, A Cozy Space for Coffee, Reading, and Doing Nothing
Having an apartment with a balcony feels like having my own café corner at home. It has become my cozy spot for coffee and people-watching.
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How a Broken Political System Fails Our Children
in BlogParents may raise honest kids, but what happens when they ignore a broken political system? This is why that choice harms the next generation.
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Moving Abroad Lessons: Why ‘Fear Nothing’ Isn’t True
in BlogMoving abroad isn’t about fearing nothing. It’s about resilience, letting go, and embracing life’s unpredictability.
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God Forbid a Girl Build a Personal Library
Constant moves meant no library of my own. But in my new apartment, I finally carved out a cozy reading corner.
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Moving in Helsinki: Notes from My Own Experience
Moving in Helsinki can feel heavy, both mentally and physically. Here are tips and lessons from my own move to make it much easier.
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Hobonichi Wishlist: What I Love, Need, and Haven’t Decided
My 8-month review of the Hobonichi Weeks Mega: what worked, what didn’t, and what I’m considering for my next Hobonichi planner.
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A Chaotic Journey of Learning Finnish Language
I knew learning Finnish would be hard and I hate that I was right. Here’s what helped, what didn’t, and what I’m still figuring out.
