Join us on a journey of reconnection — through nature, creativity, and Nordic slow living.
Wild Nordic Roots is the shared vision of Helen and Michael — siblings who, after nearly a decade of distance, found their way back to each other… and to the land of their roots: Finland.
This is a blog about reconnection — with nature, with loved ones, with creativity, and with a slower, seasonal way of life.
And one day soon, we hope: a creative retreat space nestled in the forests of Southern Finland.
What you will find here:
- Our Story — How two siblings reconnected with each other and their Nordic roots.
- Travel & Inspiration — Nordic places, cultural journeys, and moments in nature.
- Creative Practice — Writing & art prompts, creative inspiration, and more.
- Retreat Vision — Be first to know when our Finland retreat opens its doors.
Latest blog posts
- Michael’s diary: Week One in rural Finland
From the Finnish forest , Michael shares his reflections as he begins laying the groundwork for our shared dream. A little mud, a lot of mosquitoes, and the start of something new. Day One I forgot how beautiful Finland was. I’m sure people used to the green might say otherwise, but it was an incredible… - How to spend 24 hours in Naantali, Finland
After years away, we finally returned to Finland — the country our roots run through — and began exploring places where we might one day set up our retreat. Our first stop was Naantali, a small town on the southwest coast that surprised us with its charm, quiet magic, and potential. As we build our… - Two siblings with a shared vision.
This is the beginning of our journey to reconnect — with each other, and with where we come from. Who are we? We’re Helen and Michael — siblings who, for nearly a decade, drifted apart. Life happened. Distance widened. But in 2025, we found our way back to each other — and to the land…