Hillside Talks

It is so easy to get stuck in our patterns and just keep doing the same tested ad tried things again and again. But trying something new, challenging our Brains, is so Good for us. I have set myself the challenge to make 80% of my own clothes.. that is not an easy challenge, and to get there I sometimes have to do projects that really stretch my brain capacity. But it could be in any area of life.. when we try something new, we expand our world and our capacity. I hope you enjoy this episode, relevant links below.My podcast: https://hillsidetalks.com/Beginners Pluck book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0801094240/?bestFormat=true&k=beginners%20pluck&ref_=nb_sb_ss_w_scx-ent-bk-ww_k0_1_15_de&crid=3Q8K9176PZICB&sprefix=beginners%20pluckMy story with burnout- ep 3: https://open.spotify.com/episode/73mJCLhWbiVlNea7SSPXXV?si=f93858c5d4f44208My podcast: https://hillsidetalks.com/Podcast on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@hillside-talksMy Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/2pv8zhyt

We are all so different and in today's episode, I talk about the beauty in our talents being as diverse as they are. We have to get better at celebrating our differences also when it comes to our gifts. Some are good at reading others at sewing, baking, painting, running or knitting and the list could go on. When we learn to celebrate each others talent differences, bring it out and encourage it, the world becomes a more beautiful place.My podcast: https://hillsidetalks.com/Podcast on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@hillside-talksMy Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/2pv8zhyt

This week I dive into my own experience with practicing gratitude and share why it's one of the most powerful things we can practice. When we choose to focus on the good things in our lifestyle, our brains get trained to see the positives more quickly. It is not a quick miracle cure, it is the slow and gentle practice, everyday over a period that will get you results. Luckily it doesn't require much time or energy and is super easy and convenient to fit into a normal day. Hope you enjoy.My podcast: https://hillsidetalks.com/Podcast on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@hillside-talksMy Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/2pv8zhyt

In this episode we have an honest conversation about when and what can pull us back into scrolling. We usually avoid it, but there are times and events going on that does pull us back in. Healthy screen habits are like all other habits, sometimes we slide or sidetrack a bit and then we have to get back on track.Related videos:Mortens' Screen Habits: https://youtu.be/6he6S0X4_E0?si=b4nRd1Hvs74eIKa-My podcast: https://hillsidetalks.com/#stopscrolling #intentionalliving #simplifylife #couplesMy podcast: https://hillsidetalks.com/Podcast on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@hillside-talksMy Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/2pv8zhyt

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Happy January! Winters can be long, and over the years I've learned how I best get through them. Without a plan I will go into complete hibernation og is more likely to get pulled into seasonal moods that are a bit heavy. So I apply a lot of time for creating and diving Ito interesting topics. Today I share some of them with you:)Pdf to reflect on the year: https://hillsidetalks.com/downloadables/#podcast #simplifylife #mentalhealthmatters #create #useyourgifts #Scandinavia #MariaStorgaard #stopscrolling My podcast: https://hillsidetalks.com/Podcast on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@hillside-talksMy Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/2pv8zhyt

New year is coming up fast and I love this time of year. I love and honestly appreciate getting a fresh start, a clean slate.. and I'm always filled with anticipation about it.. in a good way:) In this episode I dive into some of the things we will be prioritizing as a family in the new year and a few of the things we WON'T prioritize as much (and the reasons why).Download the PDF MentionedMy podcast: https://hillsidetalks.com/Podcast on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@hillside-talksMy Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/2pv8zhyt

My podcast: https://hillsidetalks.com/Introducing a weekly rest day has been one of the biggest game changers for us. It has changed the way we move through the rest of the week. It has also tought us how to ACTUALLY rest, I'm not sure we knew how before we started sabbath-ing. In Danish, it's called "hviledag" which translates to "Resting Day". In this episode I share how we do it, and what rhythms we have found helpful. I hope you like it!My podcast: https://hillsidetalks.com/Podcast on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@hillside-talksMy Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/2pv8zhyt

Today I Interview Morten (my husband) about how he navigates screentime and what boundaries he sets - and finally, his motivation for doing it. Morten was the first-mover in our family to set boundaries for screen time and he really did an awesome job in sticking to it for the past 4-5 years. So I find it very fitting to bring him on and let him inspire us. He never checks the news, he never binges a series, and the few social media accounts he still has are purely functional tools. He is awesome, enjoy.My podcast: https://hillsidetalks.com/My podcast: https://hillsidetalks.com/Podcast on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@hillside-talksMy Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/2pv8zhyt

My podcast: https://hillsidetalks.com/Happy December 1st! It's officially Christmas month and I LOVE Christmas. In this video I share some of our rhythms around December and how we try to make Christmas a relaxing and fun time rather than a hectic and busy month. Let's dive in!My podcast: https://hillsidetalks.com/Podcast on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@hillside-talksMy Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/2pv8zhyt

My podcast: https://hillsidetalks.com/PDF mentioned in the episode: https://hillsidetalks.com/new-year2025 is ending and a new year is on the horizon. I always like to reflect on the year that is passing away and decide what to bring in to the next year as well as what to leave behind.My podcast: https://hillsidetalks.com/Podcast on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@hillside-talksMy Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/2pv8zhyt

Let's talk bedrooms. Why are we so focusing on how big a bedroom SHOULD be when choosing or building a new home? instead, we should engage our creativity to make it work. Here's what we do :DMy podcast: https://hillsidetalks.com/Podcast on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@hillside-talksMy Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/2pv8zhyt

When we purchased our apartment, the kitchen really needed some tweaking for it to work for us as a small family. We decided to get creative and do it on a tight budget, and we ended up with a result that really works for us!My podcast: https://hillsidetalks.com/Podcast on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@hillside-talksMy Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/2pv8zhyt

This episode starts off my mini-series about our homes. Decorating is fun, and making our homes reflect who we are can be really powerful. It just often leads to a lot of money being spent (and natural resources being used!). We always try to limit our footprint on this planet which means getting really creative when it comes to an area like our home. This week I walk you though our fun mission to fix the acoustics in our dining room - primarily with things we found on the street :)My podcast: https://hillsidetalks.com/Podcast on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@hillside-talksMy Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/2pv8zhyt

My podcast: https://hillsidetalks.com/Do you need it - or just want it? When does it matter? In this episode we zoom in on what we really need to be happy and live a content life. Contentment is such a fascinating concept - simple, yet often hard to live.My podcast: https://hillsidetalks.com/Podcast on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@hillside-talksMy Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/2pv8zhyt

Making homemade gifts for people is fun, but I've learned by experience, that a bit of planning is a good idea. I like to make a lot of gifts, and I usually start early, so I have plenty of time to enjoy the process. I also share some ideas on how to consider your friend or family members' love language, when planning what to make for them.With the Christmas season coming up, I also touch on the core of Christmas, Jesus was born, that is what we celebrate ...and feel free to take the pressure of the idea of "the perfect Christmas"!Links:Audible: The 5 love languages (Audiobook)Amazon: The 5 love languages (Book)Same Book in Danish: Kærlighedens 5 sprog (Danish) My podcast: https://hillsidetalks.com/Podcast on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@hillside-talksMy Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/2pv8zhyt

The past 14 years I've navigated pretty strictly by my top3 priorities. They have helped us make decisions (big and small). They helped us pay of our debt way faster than the bank estimated and travel while doing it. To me, priorities is a under-valued tool that everyone can benefit from.My podcast: https://hillsidetalks.com/Podcast on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@hillside-talksMy Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/2pv8zhyt

My conversation with Karla Dalsgaard was fantastic. She's a 21-year-old Danish entrepreneur. She started knitting during Covid in lock down (on a boat) and then years later started creating her own patters when she got stuck on a plane. I hope you enjoy this conversation and her takes on creativity.FemiKnit: https://femiknit.dk/My podcast: https://hillsidetalks.com/Podcast on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@hillside-talksMy Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/2pv8zhyt

About 6 years ago, I gave myself a challenge. I set a goal to either make from scratch or thrift 80% of my clothing. I share my motivation for doing that, and how I plan it. As part of the challenge, I had to learn how to knit sweaters. It was quiet difficult learning to understand the recipes, but it is also so much fun and something I still really enjoy doing.My podcast: https://hillsidetalks.com/Podcast on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@hillside-talksMy Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/2pv8zhyt

My husband Morten is back on the podcast. We have decided that we want him on for every topic I cover on the podcast for a spouse perspective - and to get a dudes perspective. We talk about the 80/20 rule, thrifting, being frugal, how pre-used clothing fits and if "higher price" means "better quality".Links:Morten's 100 things (list)Picture of ALL Morten's clothes (during the 100-thing challenge)My podcast: https://hillsidetalks.com/Podcast on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@hillside-talksMy Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/2pv8zhyt

There are a SO MANY benefits to slowing down, and in this episode I share what I find to be the most powerful. I also talk about the power of creativity, and how it can really help change our look an a problem or challenge we face.My podcast: https://hillsidetalks.com/Podcast on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@hillside-talksMy Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/2pv8zhyt

Happy fall everyone! It's September, fall is officially here, whether we like it or not:) This weeks episode is about stopping and noticing the changes and beauty around us. The days get shorter (for many of us) and that affects our bodies. I've learned that good things can come from applying some intentionality to this change.My podcast: https://hillsidetalks.com/Podcast on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@hillside-talksMy Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/2pv8zhyt

I have had a capsule wardrobe for 13 years, and I still love it. It makes my everyday so much easier and I take my time finding new pieces. In this episode I share my experiences with number of items, quality, colours and fibers. So lets dive in and talk about our clothes:)Here are a few videos I did about exactly this - loooong ago on my old YouTube channel:My Capsule wardrobe video on youtube (GoDownsize)My video of my 33 items of clothes (10-years ago on YouTube)My podcast: https://hillsidetalks.com/Podcast on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@hillside-talksMy Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/2pv8zhyt

Doing the detox was really challenging. I'm not going to lie and say it was a walk in the park - but it has given me such a huge payback that I don't ever want to go back to the way things were before. I worry less, I'm less restless. I create more, focus better and sleep better:)My podcast: https://hillsidetalks.com/Podcast on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@hillside-talksMy Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/2pv8zhyt

Today we talk about a topic near and dear to many women.. clothes :) I have lived with a minimal wardrobe since I did Project 333 13 years ago and love it. I share how much clothes I have and I share practical ways you can declutter your own clothes. We wear 20% of our clothes 80% of the time (!). Think about that fact for a minute... and then dive into decluttering your clothes. Have fun!Our video on decluttering clothes (our old channel)My podcast: https://hillsidetalks.com/Podcast on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@hillside-talksMy Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/2pv8zhyt

I love decluttering and have enjoyed this practice ever since my initial declutter back in 2011. Every time I go through our stuff it frees up some mental space as well, so I want to pass on what Ive learned and try to help you get started in your own home. Happy decluttering:)Links:Episode 2: Finding Your "Why" (Motivation For Decluttering)Finding Your Why (PDF)My podcast: https://hillsidetalks.com/Podcast on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@hillside-talksMy Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/2pv8zhyt

This is a conversation with Morten (my husband) where we share why we decided to sell our house after only one year - and move to an apartment. We talk about priorities and what it has meant for our little family.Links:Follow the conversation on InstagramMorten's worship music projectMy podcast: https://hillsidetalks.com/Podcast on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@hillside-talksMy Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/2pv8zhyt

I love simplifying. My phone, my day, my travel speed, my budget.. all of it can have a powerfull impact on the way we live our lives. Simplifying and making conscious choices is great, but can also feel lonely, at times. More often than not, we end up doing things differently than people around us. In this episode, I share different ways my little family have simplified over the past 14 years. I Hope you enjoy it.LinksJoin the conversation over at InstagramEp 3: My story with burnout and how hurry affects our livesMy podcast: https://hillsidetalks.com/Podcast on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@hillside-talksMy Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/2pv8zhyt

I made it though one whole month of my digital detox! This is my update on what I have noticed after staying of all non-essential tech for 30 days. For me that looks like: No youtube, no Netflix (or any other streaming for that matter), no checking the news and no social media for a month. Now most of the restlessness is gone and I am able to just be bored:) I am also enjoying my "high quality leisure" a lot.Links:Join the conversation over at InstagramDigital Minimalism by Cal Newport (Book)My podcast: https://hillsidetalks.com/Podcast on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@hillside-talksMy Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/2pv8zhyt

Summer is in full swing for most of us now! In episode 5 I talked about the power of an "intentional summer", and how we go about rough planning our breaks. In this episode, I give more practical suggestions for strategies for tech, summer reading suggestions, and fun family activities.Join the conversation over at https://instagram.com/hillsidetalksListen to Episode 5 (Intentional summer routine)My podcast: https://hillsidetalks.com/Podcast on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@hillside-talksMy Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/2pv8zhyt

I made it though week 2 of my digital detox, where I stay of all non-essential tech for 30 days. For me that looks like: no youtube, no Netflix (or any other streaming for that matter), no checking the news, and no social media. I am already feeling the benefits of not checking the news - and staying of youtube is getting easier:)Links:Join the conversation on Instagram.Digital Minimalism, Cal Newport (Book)My podcast: https://hillsidetalks.com/Podcast on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@hillside-talksMy Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/2pv8zhyt

This episode means a lot to me! The question "How much is enough?" is such a powerful question to ask ourselves - both in handling our possessions and our life choices. What does it take to satisfy us? How much is house is enough? How many shoes are enough, how much travel is enough?Links:Join the conversation on Instagram/HillsideTalksOur website: hillsideTalks.comMy podcast: https://hillsidetalks.com/Podcast on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@hillside-talksMy Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/2pv8zhyt

I'm one week into my digital detox, where I stay of all non-essential tech. For me that looks like: no YouTube, no Netflix (or any other streaming for that matter), no checking the news, and no social media for a full month.Join the conversation on Instagram/hillsideTalksDigital Minimalism, by Cal Newport (book)My podcast: https://hillsidetalks.com/Podcast on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@hillside-talksMy Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/2pv8zhyt

This week I am throwing myself into a 30-day digital declutter experiment. I am going to follow Cal Newports "formula" from his book "Digital Minimalism" and honestly, I am very nervous about how I will react to it. I also share my WHY (my motivation) and hope that you will join me.Join the conversation on InstagramEpisode 2Downloadable WHY pdfCortneys video: Stop scrolling and make something"Digital Minimalism" (Book by Cal Newport)My podcast: https://hillsidetalks.com/Podcast on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@hillside-talksMy Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/2pv8zhyt

In our culture, we have a tendency to over-schedule our lives and that bleeds into how we then schedule our vacations. With summer break coming up, I want to share my routine in planning our summers with intentionality. Let the SLOW summer planning begin :)---Join the conversation on InstagramPlanning My Summer (PDF)More on HillsideTalks.comMy podcast: https://hillsidetalks.com/Podcast on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@hillside-talksMy Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/2pv8zhyt

This week we are taking a look at our time, more specifically whether we have enough time. It is easy to feel busy or hurried with no time for rest or hobbies. So we talk about where our time is being spent and specifically our time spent consuming entertainment.Links:Instagram (join the conversation)Episode 2 (Defining Your Why)My “Why” PDFDigital Minimalism by Cal Newport (book)Five Minute Journal (Book)What Is Dopamine? (YouTube video)My podcast: https://hillsidetalks.com/Podcast on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@hillside-talksMy Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/2pv8zhyt

Today we are going to dive into a BIG topic - which sadly so many of us know way too well. Busyness, stress and burnout; that feeling when life is just racing along at 100 miles pr minute. I'm sharing my personal story with burnout, and what we can do about it. We can't avoid being busy or having a lot to do all the time - life can be hectic! But I believe it's so important that we learn to slow down.I'm so glad you are here, Let's dive in.Links:Ruthless Elimination of Hurry, John Marc Comer (Book)Music by Morten StorgaardMy podcast: https://hillsidetalks.com/Podcast on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@hillside-talksMy Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/2pv8zhyt

Habits can be hard to change. What we want to change might look very different but the deeper questions to get there are often the same. So, today we're diving into our deeper motivations, our WHY.Download the PDF mentioned in the episodeWebsite: https://hillsidetalks.comMy podcast: https://hillsidetalks.com/Podcast on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@hillside-talksMy Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/2pv8zhyt

Welcome to my first episode! - where I share a little about my background story, my family, and what to expect from this podcast.I’m so excited to FINALLY share this with you all!Join the conversation: https://www.instagram.com/hillsidetalks/Web: https://hillsidetalks.comMy podcast: https://hillsidetalks.com/Podcast on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@hillside-talksMy Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/2pv8zhyt