Relax and Learn Norwegian: Summer Storm ASMR 🎧 ⛈️🇳🇴

Experience the soothing sounds of a summer thunderstorm on a Norwegian farm in this immersive ASMR episode. Join me as I describe the warm, humid ("lummert") weather that leads to the dramatic arrival of rain, thunder, and lightning. I'll open my balcony door so you can fully experience the sounds of the storm, along with some farm sounds like a tractor driving by.

I'll also be experimenting with integrating music into my podcast using a loop station. Let me know what you think of this unique auditory experience! 🎶

This episode is perfect for:

• Anyone learning Norwegian who wants to expand their vocabulary and listening comprehension.
• Those seeking a relaxing and immersive ASMR experience.

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• • A curated word list from each episode Each word comes with its translation and a sample sentence from the episode, helping you see how it's used in context.
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Some words from the wordlist associated with this episode:
(Which you can get as both a downloadable PDF and listen to in a separate bonus episode as a "Vocab Café" member!)

dusker | drizzle
dynket | drenched
ferskt | fresh
fristet | tempted
fuktighet | humidity
fyre opp | light (a fire)
gapahuk | (simple) shelter
gnist | spark, twinkle
lummert | humid, muggy, sultry
ly | shelter
lyn og torden | lightning
lyst | desire, urge
niste | packed lunch
pøse ned | pour down
pøsregne | pour (with rain)
stråle | beam, radiate
tordenvær | thunderstorm
vindstille | windless
voldsomt | intense, powerful

Episode Title: Reflections and Woolly Pigs – What I’ve Been Up to Lately

Episode Description:
In this episode, I share some reflections on the past few months and what's been happening in my life. I talk about the quiet life in the countryside, the feeling of being alone, and how I’ve been processing emotions like fear and joy. I also touch on new connections and learning to lean on someone other than Jonas.

On the lighter side, I dive into the chaos of farm life—unexpected piglets, runaway pigs, and how I’ve gotten more involved in farm chores than I ever expected. From building fences to blueberry picking, there’s never a dull moment!

What You’ll Hear:

• How I’ve been handling change and embracing solitude.
• The joy of seeing life through someone else's eyes.
• The story of Alexander, woolly pigs, and surprise piglets.
• The ups and downs of managing life on the farm.
• Why nature walks and berry picking have been my escape.
• A few thoughts on finding balance in life and love.

Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction and recent reflections
05:45 - Adjusting to life changes and new connections
12:10 - Life on the farm: runaway pigs and piglets
20:30 - Farm chores: building fences, chopping wood, and more
28:00 - Wrapping up: thoughts on balance and self-care

Enjoy the episode, and if you're tuning in from the countryside or the city, I hope my stories bring you some peace and a few smiles!

*All the sounds and voices in this episode are made by me.

Summer's here, and I'm sharing slices of life in slow, relaxing Norwegian. Perfect for *language learning or unwinding*. I'll take you along on a campervan trip, recount a visit to a wind tunnel with my daughter, and share updates on my upcoming book project. Plus, I'll be reflecting on anxiety, the power of caffeine-free living, and the importance of self-care. #LearnNorwegian #SlowNorwegian #ASMR #SummerVibes #Norway #Podcast

A Heartfelt Thank You to You, My Listeners: I'll express my deepest gratitude for your incredible support through donations, kind messages, and simply being present on this journey with me. Your presence is what makes this community so special.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases (For our Norwegian Learners):

"Knått" - These tiny biting insects are a common presence in Norway during the summer, especially in areas with lush vegetation. I'll share my encounter with them and how I managed to find a peaceful night's sleep despite their persistence.

"Rykk og napp" - This Norwegian phrase translates to "jerks and snatches" and describes something that happens intermittently or inconsistently. I'll use this phrase to describe my current podcasting schedule as I navigate the demands of life and creativity.

"Jevnt og trutt" - Meaning "evenly and steadily," this phrase contrasts "rykk og napp" and represents my aspiration for a more consistent podcasting routine.

Click here to view the episode transcript.

Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):

https://uppbeat.io/t/adi-goldstein/light-leak

https://uppbeat.io/t/ambient-boy/catch-my-breath

https://uppbeat.io/t/ambient-boy/cold-night

Ray meditations

https://open.spotify.com/show/2lish1J5RTKFzENBfhWdoZ?si=1bdc03f672fd4ae4

If you have not watched Ren Gill in his performance of "Hi Ren" you're in for a treat! It is the most captivating song, or shall I say masterpiece, I have ever heard. I get the chills each time! I went from being not at all interested in reaction videos, to a "Hi Ren" reaction video junkie! I've watched a few! It is so satisfying to se other peoples jaw drop to the floor. IF YOU ARE A HUMEN, this will give you the chills! And perhaps tears, anger and joy. Connection is the feeling I get, and I love Ren and all the people reacting to his stuff, because you can watch the humanness of us all appear!

Link to Hi Ren: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s_nc1IVoMxc&ab_channel=Ren

It's 2023. It's winter, and I am feeling good! I have a long talk with you before the counting, just because it's been a while, and I want to share with you the great news of my current emotional and mental state! :)

As always, I love you and I hope you are feeling good too, and if not, there is no pressure. Take your time, do small things that might inspire you slightly, you will heal!

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I am soon publishing a bedtime story in a childrens book. If you want to check it out (and you understand Norwegian) head over to www.eirineboken.no. It will be released in English too, as soon as the editing prosess is done.

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I know you feel like there is no hope! The feeling is temporary, even if it has been like this for a long time. There are so many examples of people who have lived wonderful lives surviving their own darkness and thoughts or even attempts at suicide.

Your thoughts are fooling you. You are strong, you are loved. You are important and we need you! We need your voice and your experience. We need your help to save the world from learned safe hatred. You will get through this and learn to love yourself.

People can be so clumsy when they talk about suicide. It is not stupid - you are not stupid for having the thoughts. You are definitely not a coward for wanting to quit. Is a normal reaction to inhuman amounts of emotional or physical pain and not yet seing another way out of the living hell you are experiencing. They don't understand. But let's not punish the world for their lack of understanding. Stay. Help people understand how they can be a support for you and others. You are strong - it's not always like this! Depression is temporary! Although it feels like it's forever - it is not!

What will be forever is the pain your loved ones will have over loosing you and the ongoing torment of their own thoughts that they maybe could have done something to save you - but they didn't know or know how!

We need your help to see you and understand you and reach out to you. You must let us in. I know its really, really, really hard - but there is no shame in feeling this way.

If someone would tell you that you are wrong, stupid or tries to "guilt" you out of it - first of all, that simply does not work! Secondly, that is a reaction coming from fear and a lack of knowledge and understanding!

You are probably smarter than most, more courageous than most and are already so full of self imposed guilt and shame for being where you are.

Talk with someone else. Talk to someone professional.

You are worthy of life and we need you. Maybe you need a hand and a uplifting today and for some time to come, but I know that someone will need that from you in the future - when you are a survivor. A true hero - because there is no battle grater than the one we fight in our minds!

We need you.


September is Suicide prevention awareness month. I don't know what more to say right now in this episode. Someone in our group of friends, father to a girl our daughter plays with, just hanged himself a week ago. We are sending all our love to the litte girl who s just 8 years old, her mother and all those who just lost a friend or piece of their heart.