Total populations of five Nordic countries is about 25 millions, which is almost as equal as Tokyo. Greater welfare greater charges being Welfare States, and people regards “Work-Life balance” as important issues. While it seems unfavorable situations for companies growing their businesses, Global companies are appearing from the Nordic countries such as LEGO, H&M, IKEA, Volvo, …

Lena got interested in tourism through part-time work, learned again at university and then even got a position to develop tourism in Stockholm. But then, what made her leave Stockholm and start working at Commune in Dalarna region? Continued from Story of a mom to twins: Making own path through learning and experimenting (2). Moved to …

It seems Lena is sharing daily housechores and time with children quite well with her husband. How do they manage long vacations? Continued from Story of a mom to twins: Making own path through learning and experimenting (1). Cooperate with husband doing “jigsaw” – It sounds quite equal! How do you manage during children’s long vacations? I …

“In Sweden, you are always told to find your own path since childhood. It is, however, sometimes a pressure. You always ask yourself, “is this really my own path?”.” Lena, working in Leksand Commune in the Public Health and as an International Coordinator, mentioned it while I was spending time with her through visit. It was …