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rote grütze, kissel, rødgrød. same pudding. different grandmother. here's how to make it.
rote grütze, kissel, rødgrød. same pudding. different grandmother. here's how to make it.
And yes, I love tomatoes but I'm currently on a non-nightshade-eating protocol (FYI: potatoes, tomatoes, eggplants, bell peppers are all in the nightshade category and some people with autoimmune issues... Read more...
the birthplace of mayonnaise
the birthplace of mayonnaise
Mayonnaise isn't just a condiment - it's a lifestyle! At least if you grew up in Germany or Eastern Europe where salads get drowned in mayonnaise and then people call... Read more...
calculated parasitic linkedin engagement behavior
calculated parasitic linkedin engagement behavior
Some random guy had the audacity to write an article about “the worst content being human and not AI generated”… Mentioned my 3 AM LinkedIn poll in his boring article,... Read more...
are you suffering a bit today?
are you suffering a bit today?
Are you suffering a bit today? From the heat, the cold, food poisoning, your cat waking you up vomiting at 3am - or just the typical existential life crisis that... Read more...
how morning ballet sessions completely changed my day
how morning ballet sessions completely changed my day
I love ballet deeply. I loved it so much as a kid that I was allowed to start classes being 3 years old. Even though normally no kids younger than... Read more...
on following your dreams
on following your dreams
I'm a firm believer that our dreams and goals are nothing random. They speak for a part within ourselves - what our soul is craving. And very often our dreams... Read more...
my anti-inflammatory lifestyle
my anti-inflammatory lifestyle
So lately I have changed my way of eating a bit in order to reduce inflammation. I have some massive dental work coming up and with an inflamed body things... Read more...
dark chocolate is my sleep drug
dark chocolate is my sleep drug
Nothing makes you feel as good as a good night of deep sleep, right? But often we want to sleep but that deep sleep doesn't want us it seems 🤷♀️😳... Read more...
how a broken mouse forced me to slow down
how a broken mouse forced me to slow down
Currently I'm pouring all my energy into creating my amazing online-shop with fun products like posters, tote bags and hoodies to begin with. It's a print on demand shop which... Read more...
what decluttering really is about
what decluttering really is about
I gotta admit, as a kid and teenager I was quite messy. And later on I dove deep into the work of Marie Kondo and then I also learned that... Read more...
what saying no really means
what saying no really means
Who would've thought that the tiny word 'no' often is the hardest one to use whenever something just feels off. It took me a long time to finally learn that... Read more...
how to calm a busy mind
how to calm a busy mind
Maybe you're like me and can relate to a mind that sometimes seems to go absolutely nutters! You just can't stop thinking and overthinking and in the worst case your... Read more...
hello spring cleaning 🧹🧼🫧
hello spring cleaning 🧹🧼🫧
Cleaning is a super powerful act - and there's a reason why we get so fond of cleaning when a new season starts. Like now Spring! You might wonder why,... Read more...
trying to stay sane while everything seems so complicated
trying to stay sane while everything seems so complicated
If you've been following along for sometime, you might remember that I've been dealing with tons of stress in several different areas in life. Health issues, a major burnout, dealing... Read more...
is it spring, yet?!
is it spring, yet?!
If you're like me then you exactly know the feeling after a long Winter once the world seems to wake up again after darkness and cold. Flowers on the streets... Read more...
saying no to further institutional gaslighting
saying no to further institutional gaslighting
I've been dealing with a lot for someone trying to recover from a massive burnout that has been going on for years. Health issues, financial burdens all while trying to... Read more...
building my online-shop 👩‍💻🛒
building my online-shop 👩‍💻🛒
Not everything is bad about a burnout for being honest. Sometimes you have to hit rock bottom as a reminder that your life isn't going into a direction any longer... Read more...
let's talk about breakfast, friends 🍳
let's talk about breakfast, friends 🍳
Breakfast - I admit it. This turned into a love-hate-relationship for me. Until I was 14 or so I ate breakfast effortlessly, it was normal part of my daily routine.... Read more...
resting is productive 🧘🏼‍♀️
resting is productive 🧘🏼‍♀️
I've only realized that I never really took consciously time to rest. Apart maybe from one Sunday occasionally but even those I rarely used for resting. As a freelancer I... Read more...
why I'm putting my phone into flight mode 📱✈️
why I'm putting my phone into flight mode 📱✈️
Yeah smart phones are cool - but being available 24/7?! Is that so cool as well? I'd argue it's not. And I speak from experience here. When I was still... Read more...
I'm on a babushka cheesecake diet 🎂
I'm on a babushka cheesecake diet 🎂
First of all - I don't diet. I don't believe in diets. My philosophy is just to eat proper food. Homemade food. Nourishing food. Food that doesn't come out of... Read more...
saying you'll do something. and doing it.
saying you'll do something. and doing it.
This one is crucial for building up your self-confidence and self-esteem. Sticking to the goals you set up for yourself. And they don't need to be huge. The smallest thing... Read more...
facing my dentist phobia 🦷
facing my dentist phobia 🦷
Dentist phobia - I'm sure many of you can relate. Even though I realized it's a topic that is not very openly discussed. I've had issues with my teeth ever... Read more...
call the fire brigade before you burn out
call the fire brigade before you burn out
Ah yes, times are tough - but so are you! And from time to time everything just seems to get a little too much. The economy, the job and money... Read more...
talking about burnout
talking about burnout
Sometimes it takes a while to see that you’re burned out and depressed. Things that normally wouldn’t bother you are triggering you. Daily tasks feel overwhelming. You have no energy.... Read more...
my personal mr. big shit show story
my personal mr. big shit show story
I wonder if most of us have or had this 'Mr. Big' kind of person in our lives. I most certainly did. The guy blowing hot and cold. That on... Read more...
I broke up with LinkedIn
I broke up with LinkedIn
Or maybe I am getting a bit too dramatic here. Maybe not. Truth is I've been on LinkedIn since 2010 but in the past I would only log in once... Read more...
sometimes I feel so behind in life 🤷‍♀️😳
sometimes I feel so behind in life 🤷‍♀️😳
Well, we all know the phrase that comparison is the theft of joy. But once in a while we all fall into the comparison trap, right? On days when struggling... Read more...
Blogging in 2026
Blogging in 2026
Well, well, well...now since I started a blog here on my website, I realized that blogging seems to be a lot harder these days than back in 2017 when I... Read more...
no is sexy. I said what I said
no is sexy. I said what I said
you ever caught yourself saying yes when your gut actually told you to say 'hell noooo'?! Then hear me out! I'm with you! And yes, I'm very familiar with the... Read more...
why you should turn off notifications 📱
why you should turn off notifications 📱
I get it, cell phones are great. So many benefits come with them. But...is being available 24/7 one of them? Here comes a clear 'hell fucking noooo' from my side!... Read more...
writing is self-coaching
writing is self-coaching
I have always loved writing - but sadly I had times in my life when I took a break from writing. Because I was burnt out, because I did not... Read more...
what being ghosted says about you 👻
what being ghosted says about you 👻
You've ever been ghosted? People who ghost you aren’t your kind of people. I got ghosted by men I dated, by clients and by people I considered my friends. Ghosting... Read more...
the truest form of self-love
the truest form of self-love
and nooo - it ain't that bubbly bath with candle light and a glass of wine like Hollywood movies are framing it! Also the purest form of self-love doesn't translate... Read more...
how to get stuff done in the AM hours
how to get stuff done in the AM hours
I'm sure you know the feeling of overwhelm. Sometimes getting stuff done seems a bit hard, right? But but but... It can get a whole lot easier through forming new... Read more...
the power of inner peace
the power of inner peace
Yes, inner peace doesn't sound as buzz-wordy as for example that wellness bubble bath with a glass of wine - but IMHO inner peace is the ultimate wellness hack. With... Read more...
sourdough baking means problem solving
sourdough baking means problem solving
if you've known me for a while, you know that I am a tiny bit obsessed with baking sourdough bread. When I started I was all in for round shaped... Read more...
why getting rich is a super awesome goal
why getting rich is a super awesome goal
Hey friend, money, money, money - it's a rich man's world! Ha, now we're talking, right?! I'm sure most of us have noticed that we don't exactly live in great... Read more...
the habit that clears my head (and heart)
the habit that clears my head (and heart)
I believe no other habit so far has had such an amazing impact on my wellbeing like daily journaling. And I don't talk about the old-school journaling style here on... Read more...
the DM dilemma 🤷‍♀️😳
the DM dilemma 🤷‍♀️😳
If you're on LinkedIn, then you're very familiar with this DM dilemma. And my only message to those DM pitching peeps now is: I’m not going to reply to your... Read more...
Pro-metabolic Lifestyle / Ray Peat
Pro-metabolic Lifestyle / Ray Peat
Lately my main focus has been on tweaking my nutrition and lifestyle habits since I had not been feeling so well for the past few months. So in this post... Read more...
the art of minimalism
the art of minimalism
I'm not saying that you should go full-blown into Konmari-ing mode here. I mean, she seems a bit pedantic to me for being honest?! But still, I love her super... Read more...
when you're sad, just bake/shake it off
when you're sad, just bake/shake it off
Hey friend, if you're feeling sad, then do something that involves your hands - or your body. Therefore I am saying here to bake / shake it off! Often we... Read more...
How "mini-me' can be your biggest teacher?!
How "mini-me' can be your biggest teacher?!
You remember your childhood days and your dreams that you had when you were growing up? You remember what made you happy as a kid? The more I become my... Read more...
May I introduce you to Dr. Ray Peat
May I introduce you to Dr. Ray Peat
oday’s post is a little different from the other ones I suppose. Basically I want to start putting the spotlight on people I admire and today it goes out to... Read more...
What storytelling has to do with selling
What storytelling has to do with selling
Are you addicted to Netflix or going to the movies? If you answered this with a big fat yes then I can exactly tell you why. Stories my friend! It... Read more...
Are Newsletters still a thing?
Are Newsletters still a thing?
Oh yes, we all know those folks claiming that email is dead and that every successful is only using social media. But you know what, this is utter bullcrap!  Email... Read more...
Is blogging dead?!
Is blogging dead?!
I started blogging in 2017 and probably at that time blogs were not nearly as big anymore as in the past but nevertheless I blogged there for many years -... Read more...