As a Buddhist teacher, I often reflect on how deeply our environment shapes the mind, body, and heart. In the Nordic countries, there is a unique phenomenon, often referred to as Skandinavisk sentimentalitet—a melancholic, reflective mood that seems to ebb and flow with the changing seasons. It’s not just an individual experience, but a collectiveContinue reading “Reflections on Skandinavisk Sentimentalitet: Navigating the Seasons and Emotions through Meditation”