Escapism for the mind - your bi-monthly dose of Fernweh.
Hello friend, I hope you're doing ok.
It’s been a heavy month for many of us, full of shock, processing and adapting.
It’s important to find your sense of grounding at times like these. In order to help and empathise, we as individuals need to be centred - I create that for myself through walking in the forest, taking long (slow) runs and spending moments with people I love. In doing so, I am more able to give my time, energy and resources to others.
What I want to say: don't feel guilty for enjoying the present moment. Rather harness the small joys in life, and use them as fuel to allow you to have more capacity for others.
The sun rays and blue skies have for sure been a source of optimism, and I suggest you seize the day, the week and the month, and go on as many adventures as you can muster.
Emily
A Staycation Collection favourite: Knotted Cabin
Introducing owners Irina and Nils!
“We wanted to see what would happen if we, a structural engineer with a passion for with a passion for architecture (Nils) and a designer with a passion for functional aesthetics (Irina), got together to dream up a holiday home. The result, Knütthuus (which sort of translates to Knotted House or Knitting House) - and we couldn’t be happier with the results.”
They love…
“We’re proud to have created a simple space that blends with the surrounding forest while also being cosy and full of unique design pieces.”
The cabin still has availability through May-July…! For booking details, sign up as a member.
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Adventure inspiration: Brandenburg’s best hikes: The Theodor Fontane hiking trails
Guest writer Yessica shares the best routes, inspired by the German poet.
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