My solo Road Trip to Norway's most beautiful region - seeking clarity and chasing the midnight sun

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  • Опубліковано 15 лис 2024

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  • @Mariaandtheforest
    @Mariaandtheforest  4 місяці тому +5

    Thank you to Aura for supporting me on my journey of mental wellbeing! Get started for free today & the first 500 people to use my link will also get 25% off+ a free trial to the Aura membership: www.aurahealth.io/mariaandtheforest24

  • @annawhiteley3128
    @annawhiteley3128 3 місяці тому +15

    I'm 59 now, and remember feeling the same way at your age. Certain times in our lives will sharpen us towards the future. I'm approaching one of those times myself, so close to 60. Best wishes in your journey and search for meaning.

    • @Mariaandtheforest
      @Mariaandtheforest  3 місяці тому +1

      Thank you for sharing that. It really makes me feel more normal! You describe it so well too. Best wishes to you on your journey as well

    • @janjansenvanrensburg2800
      @janjansenvanrensburg2800 2 місяці тому +1

      I am turning 60 on 2 January 2025. I have been feeling the same build up you are mentioned. That feeling of change. This time I plan to run towards it instead of away, since I have learned that you can't stop change. So therefore I booked and planned a journey from my home town, Cape Town, South Africa to Olenilsøya in Lofoten in February 2025. I have never been to Norway but have been living a digital Norwegian life for the past six months since I started planning by indulding each day especially before bedtime, watching movies like this that inspires. All travel apart from flights to Bergen will be by bus and train. I am ready to face the challenges of travel that time of year since the journey is as much part of the process as the destination. A solo journey to reset myself and spend some time in a lovely little house on Olenilsøya. I look forward to coming back with a new understanding and insight into myself and the world that surrounds me.

  • @vorinay6212
    @vorinay6212 3 місяці тому +12

    It was epic! This video brings me back 6 years ago when i was traveling in Norway myself. Those otherworldly mountains and forests can heal one’s soul. Big thanks from Ukraine)

  • @mgorn55
    @mgorn55 3 місяці тому +5

    This was very enjoyable to watch.
    Growth happens when you get uncomfortable.

  • @SAROXBAND
    @SAROXBAND 3 місяці тому +6

    Maria, this has to be one of your BEST videos. Spontaneity is such a precious part of life that we forget about when we are plagued with responsibility. Thank you for the precious reminder 🙂❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @Lilianjade
    @Lilianjade 3 місяці тому +4

    When life starts feeling uncomfortable for you , it is a sign that you are becoming ready for greater growth and change . It is the process that prepares/pushes you to prepare for the greater that is coming . Goodluck for your growth Maria!

  • @sb4759
    @sb4759 3 місяці тому

    I hope that you found what you wanted in hitting the road by yourself. This was quite a trip. Sometimes when we go off by ourselves we get a new perspective on life. I have had a very few times like that in my life. Now at 78, there is no way I would do that, unless really feeling led to do it. I enjoy your work so very much. You have a voice that lends comfort and peace to me as I watch and listen, thank you for all that. It would be nice to meet you in person. But not a chance of happening. I am the one in Washington state, usa. Hugs!

  • @tomhoornstra1954
    @tomhoornstra1954 3 місяці тому +3

    Magnificent! Just incredible. Thanks for taking us along.

  • @frederiquedelage1831
    @frederiquedelage1831 3 місяці тому +2

    "I always have such great idea" is exactly what I often tell myself... and afterwards (the effort, the swearing and all), there is a sense of self-contentment to have reached the goal!

    • @Mariaandtheforest
      @Mariaandtheforest  3 місяці тому +1

      Haha, yes! So after all it turns out it was in fact a great idea 😄

  • @clifbalderas7768
    @clifbalderas7768 3 місяці тому +4

    Maria, you are an inspiration, you out there feeling vulnerable and scared, but brave too, out searching for answers to life’s many questions, and in the process of doing so you are sharing so many amazing and beautiful experience’s.
    I hope you find your path and answers along the way.
    Looking forward to seeing part two of your journey.

  • @MaureenAstrid
    @MaureenAstrid 3 місяці тому +2

    ❤ thank you so much for bringing us with you on your adventure ❤ your honest thoughts and feelings. ❤ And those views were stunning

  • @kjellalmgren
    @kjellalmgren 25 днів тому

    A nicely presented and told story, looking forward to part 2. Hopefully I will make some of the hikes upcoming summer.

  • @sofi-onahamer8609
    @sofi-onahamer8609 3 місяці тому +5

    Absolutely epic! Bravo for biting the bullet and being so brave to go it alone and rediscover your adventurist spirit. Thank you for your honesty and authenticity as it is really so inspiring to do the very same myself,

  • @sakurasam1841
    @sakurasam1841 3 місяці тому

    Hello! I just moved to Norway from Australia just over a month ago and suddenly your channel popped up for me! I'm living in Stavanger but I was so happy to see all the places you travel and give us tours of throughout Norway as I'm definitely looking forward to exploring and taking in everything this beautiful country has to offer. I wanted to leave a big compliment for production on your vids they are immensely fun and interesting to watch. I'm also a big fan of herbology and gardening so learning about what I can do in this type of weather is so nice! :) can't wait for what's next❤

  • @uwebraun8893
    @uwebraun8893 3 місяці тому +2

    How wonderful, to see your latest contribution on a grey and sad Monday morning in the UK. Truly inspirational and soothing, I am looking forward to part II. Thank you very much.

    • @Mariaandtheforest
      @Mariaandtheforest  3 місяці тому +1

      It was really nice to read this comment from you too on a rainy monday here in Norway

  • @janinafisher101
    @janinafisher101 3 місяці тому +3

    Oh Maria, I am SO proud of you, girl! And I am SO excited that you ended up in "my" part of Norway! Mosjoen (sorry, don't know how to use Norsk characters on my computer) is the nearest town to where my mother came from (her family farm is along the E6 in Grane, between Trofors and Laksfors), and I have a first cousin who lives there, and I have spent time along Sjogata as well, and seen De Sju Sostre. I didn't know that you could hike up there, but if I can get back there in summer I will ask my cousin to take me up there. We drove to Sandnessjon last time I was there and drove to Donna and the outer islands. So beautiful. When you said you were going to do something special in Mosjoen I thought you were going to go on the zip line. Did you hear about that when you were there? Wow, I just love that view from the top of the mountain. Norway is so beautiful, and because of my connection this just made my heart sing! I think this adventure is like a vision quest for you, and I am excited to see part 2, and to follow along to see where your life takes you. Beste hilsen fra Canada!

    • @Mariaandtheforest
      @Mariaandtheforest  3 місяці тому

      I love that this spoke to you Janina! "Your" part of Norway really is something! And thank you, I am a little proud of me too. I really needed this.
      I wanted to go to Dønna too, but the day I tried to get there the ferry line was way to long so I would have had to wait for hours. Next time I will go there for sure.
      I heard about the zipline in Mosjøen but I did not dare to do it 🙈🙈. Have you done it?

    • @janinafisher101
      @janinafisher101 3 місяці тому +1

      @@Mariaandtheforest Well I hope you are more than a "little" proud of yourself! You must have been very sore in the legs and totally exhausted for the next 2-3 days, but I also hope you felt emotionally "filled"! I only heard about the zipline maybe a year ago on UA-cam. I have been on others, but this one I think is much longer. It is quite exhilarating to go flying along one! Perhaps you and Bendik can go together another time! I do hope that your time away filled and calmed your restless spirit and that you now realize that there is no limit to what you are capable of! Sending hugs to you!

  • @katemead3796
    @katemead3796 3 місяці тому +2

    Stunning film-making :) Often found myself smiling at your thoughts and openness. Good on you, for asking the big questions of yourself. I believe that humans have that capacity for a reason. Aroha from Aotearoa New Zealand.

  • @sarahlund7363
    @sarahlund7363 3 місяці тому +1

    This is so beautiful ❤️
    I think so many of us lose ourselves a bit as we get older due to so many things, yes relationships (even the best ones) but also I guess it's just to do with more responsibilities that life brings. I think we all need to do what Maria has done sometimes, whatever age; so that that we can come back ❤️

  • @Thomas-qg4uj
    @Thomas-qg4uj 3 місяці тому +2

    An epic video with this magical end. Can't wait for part 2...

  • @PeterSnow-i1f
    @PeterSnow-i1f 3 місяці тому +1

    I remember reaching 30 and it seemed at the time to be leaving my youth behind. 40,50 60 70 - none of them felt like a turning point. This adventure was a brilliant idea. Climbing the mountain so memorable a point to move forward with confidence, an achievement.

    • @Mariaandtheforest
      @Mariaandtheforest  3 місяці тому +1

      Yes it does feel like that in some ways! Time is relentless. Indeed, that experience on the mountain was something I will remember forever.

  • @walkingoffthebeatenpath
    @walkingoffthebeatenpath 3 місяці тому +1

    The footage of you on the top of the seven sisters mountain, with the light of the midnight sun in the faint blue sky, wow wow wow!💙

    • @Mariaandtheforest
      @Mariaandtheforest  3 місяці тому

      Yay, so glad you like it, this is exactly what I was feeling standing there! So breathtaking

  • @ShahiedLuddy-bq7fv
    @ShahiedLuddy-bq7fv 3 місяці тому +1

    Those views were just amazing! Thanks for this.

  • @bryonystimpson7562
    @bryonystimpson7562 3 місяці тому +1

    Thanks so much for sharing the beauty and the honest struggles 🫂

  • @randallgvideos
    @randallgvideos 3 місяці тому +1

    I love Norway and hope to visit again soon. Very nice soundtrack!

  • @skiddawsounds
    @skiddawsounds 3 місяці тому +1

    Thank you Maria. This inspired me ❤. I too am feeling restless at the moment and you reminded me that getting out into wild places can provide moments of clarity or even an escape from thinking altogether 👍

    • @Mariaandtheforest
      @Mariaandtheforest  3 місяці тому

      I feel you ❤️ I hope you get to escape into the wild a little 😊

  • @AmandaBurton-g4t
    @AmandaBurton-g4t 3 місяці тому

    Thank you so much just stunning and you are so brave.

  • @shiraznasar5265
    @shiraznasar5265 3 місяці тому +2

    beautiful 🇳🇴 norway

  • @jaclynstewartoclair208
    @jaclynstewartoclair208 3 місяці тому

    I'm so proud of you. Not one but two amazing climbs. A breathtaking video. Thanks for sharing us.

    • @Mariaandtheforest
      @Mariaandtheforest  3 місяці тому

      Thank you

    • @jaclynstewartoclair208
      @jaclynstewartoclair208 3 місяці тому

      @@Mariaandtheforest I've always loved Norway. It was one of the highlights of my trip around Europe many years ago.

  • @flugaflaug1647
    @flugaflaug1647 3 місяці тому +1

    Wow.. nydelig film, og koselig stemning. Takk for turen.

  • @donnasaiia3643
    @donnasaiia3643 3 місяці тому

    That was amazing. Thank you so much!

  • @amydayl3294
    @amydayl3294 3 місяці тому

    Hello from North Carolina ❤
    What an awesome trip thank you for taking me along

  • @studiorla3254
    @studiorla3254 3 місяці тому

    Your video truly touched my heart and soul! I so relate to the feelings you expressed and how adventure in nature is how we come to know ourselves. Thank you so much for sharing your epic journey! I look forward to part 2.

    • @Mariaandtheforest
      @Mariaandtheforest  3 місяці тому

      Thank you too for watching! Sometimes it's hard to know if what I try to express comes across and feels relatable so I am really glad you felt it ❤️

  • @mariamorgan6913
    @mariamorgan6913 3 місяці тому

    Nothing like a long road trip to find yourself again…Thank you for sharing it🥰

  • @peggybrowne6012
    @peggybrowne6012 3 місяці тому +1

    Oh my gosh, epic is the right word for this. Thank you so much for all the trouble you went to to share tis experience with your viewers. Absolutely stunning.

  • @leslierobertson385
    @leslierobertson385 3 місяці тому

    This is really inspiring, thank you for sharing it! I live on the southern tip of a beautiful island off the west coast of Canada. I have been contemplating a solo road trip north for years and this video is definitely giving me a push to make it happen!

  • @Dorism541
    @Dorism541 3 місяці тому

    Wow! That was wonderful! 👏👏👏👏

  • @grena37
    @grena37 3 місяці тому

    This was incredible. I really enjoyed all the footage, what a film 💐 you're a really great storyteller !

  • @phantomvox
    @phantomvox 3 місяці тому +2

    This is the closest I can be to Norway. Hopefully one day I’ll have enough money to visit it.

  • @42apprentice
    @42apprentice 3 місяці тому +1

    Good for you! We all need our own adventures and gratification delayed isn’t always that rewarding.

  • @juliesemczyszyn5015
    @juliesemczyszyn5015 3 місяці тому

    Spectacular scenery. Thanks for sharing. You are very brave to travel such distances on your own in this day and age. Keep being you and try and enjoy life more. X

  • @lina78983
    @lina78983 3 місяці тому +1

    Beautiful Maria, I’m so proud of you ❤❤❤ much love😊

  • @purrsephone2904
    @purrsephone2904 3 місяці тому

    I really enjoyed this video, especially the hike. I hope you find what you really want to do, but whatever you choose, it will be you. 🌲

  • @bettinafoertig7011
    @bettinafoertig7011 3 місяці тому +1

    Thank you for these beautiful pictures, can't wait to see the rest of your journey!

  • @pascaleguignard9722
    @pascaleguignard9722 3 місяці тому

    W O W !!! What an adventure!!! I really had tears in my eyes when you reached the top of the mountain at midnight... How insane beautiful is this landscape 🥰...

    • @Mariaandtheforest
      @Mariaandtheforest  3 місяці тому

      Aww, then you felt a little of what I felt standing there ❤️. I will never forget that view

  • @objetivista686
    @objetivista686 3 місяці тому +1

    Breathtaking views!!! ❤❤❤

  • @eirinib.3075
    @eirinib.3075 3 місяці тому

    Beautiful video!❤

  • @needlittlewantless
    @needlittlewantless 3 місяці тому

    Thank you for sharing another story. I spent the first three decades of my life working on the problem of how to live. On the verge of the fourth decade I solved that problem, at least in some sense. But the solution involved letting go of almost everything I’d spend the first three decades building. And that’s ok. Most of that time was spent out of balance. Letting go of what I’d gained during that time was the price of returning to equilibrium. The universe will always give us balance - it’s mostly just a question of whether and when and how we surrender to that fact, lol. I’d also offer, perhaps as a kind of gift in exchange for this story, that not everything we think is right, and not everything we feel is true. The thoughts and feelings are real, but that doesn’t mean they’re (always) correct. To paraphrase Alan Watts on meditation: it’s important to go out of your mind every once in awhile - it’s the only way to come back to your senses. Our minds are such wonderfully powerful tools and such lamentably mediocre masters. May this next turn on your path be filled with many blessings.

    • @Mariaandtheforest
      @Mariaandtheforest  3 місяці тому +1

      I feel like there is a lot to learn from this. Thank you for sharing your experience and your little exchange gift of wisdom ❤️

  • @buntysvintageemporium3632
    @buntysvintageemporium3632 3 місяці тому

    This has been a Wonderful watch. You did fantastic, Since turning 55 in May I feel a sense of change more than I did at 50. You are just Amazing 👏.

  • @DismalScience
    @DismalScience 3 місяці тому

    Thank you. Fantastic video, so atmospheric ❤

  • @Svart_skog_skygge_nokt
    @Svart_skog_skygge_nokt 3 місяці тому

    Cool video, amazing view

  • @NewstromJulianna
    @NewstromJulianna 3 місяці тому

    Congratulations! You’re amazing and brave. Thanks so much for taking us along with you!❤🎉🏔️

  • @brendavale5464
    @brendavale5464 3 місяці тому

    So awesome Maria

  • @peaceful_tale
    @peaceful_tale 3 місяці тому

    Så ut som en nydelig tur! Fikk lyst til å reise avgårde selv nå :)

  • @katylew4426
    @katylew4426 3 місяці тому

    Maria, Thank you for sharing your journey with us. You are amazing! Beautiful video and breathtaking views. ❤❤❤

  • @reet01693
    @reet01693 3 місяці тому

    Absolutely beautifully captured scenes. You are definitely beating all the bigger UA-camrs for me with your ability to tell a story!
    I've been longing for the confidence of being independent as well but it is easy to become too comfortable in a relationship and forget about yourself sometimes. I was really cheering you on when you were conquering all these challenges by yourself. Very inspiring ❤

    • @Mariaandtheforest
      @Mariaandtheforest  3 місяці тому +1

      Thank you so so much ❤️❤️
      Exactly! Thats how I felt too, and I am glad others relate 🙈. Thank you for cheering me on ❤️

  • @domnicsantiago
    @domnicsantiago 3 місяці тому

    "I still haven't gotten any coffee, and its starting to become a problem"...You are from my tribe...lol... Beautiful video, thank you!

  • @TheDoutorsimpatia
    @TheDoutorsimpatia 3 місяці тому +1

    Maria, you are a privileged person and blessed by GOD, on our planet there are almost 8 billion human beings and you are one of the only people who could see the beautiful landscape on that last mountain, man the feeling you felt is incalculable, congratulations, your video from beginning to end is better than many Netflix movies, the only thing missing is Bendik. Curious, how long did it take to climb those more than 4,000 steps of the first mountain? See you video II

    • @Mariaandtheforest
      @Mariaandtheforest  3 місяці тому +1

      So true! I felt very blessed standing up there that night

  • @alicegalanka4128
    @alicegalanka4128 3 місяці тому

    Breathtakig views at the end. I remember experiencing the midnight sun above the Arctic Circle in Norway (visiting relatives), when the sun touched the mountain top and then start rising again, but the views from your mountain top are just other-worldly. Thank you.

    • @Mariaandtheforest
      @Mariaandtheforest  3 місяці тому

      That sounds so beautiful! I saw the sun start to rise again too as I was descending the mountain later that night.

  • @r.e.4640
    @r.e.4640 3 місяці тому +2

    She is a true VIKING!!!! 💪🙂👍

  • @gypsycatharina
    @gypsycatharina 3 місяці тому

    Wat een prachtige vlog is dit van een zeer sterke vrouw⭐️🌟⭐️
    Xox vanuit Nederland, RINI.

  • @barbaramassey3787
    @barbaramassey3787 3 місяці тому

    Wow! What an amazing video. You are healing my soul. Beautiful!

  • @bibibacchus8534
    @bibibacchus8534 3 місяці тому

    This was majestic I watched this video all the way and wish it would have continued lol. Thank you for taking me on the journey with you. You are very brave to go up the mountain all alone, good luck with everything!

    • @Mariaandtheforest
      @Mariaandtheforest  3 місяці тому

      Aww, so glad you watched it all the way! I appreciate that

    • @bibibacchus8534
      @bibibacchus8534 3 місяці тому

      @@Mariaandtheforest ❤️🤗 from the 🇺🇸

  • @maikvanlommel7573
    @maikvanlommel7573 3 місяці тому

    Stunning landscape! You're doing great. I've always felt that by travelling alone, you meet yourself and some clarity will come. Nice hikes as well.❤

    • @Mariaandtheforest
      @Mariaandtheforest  3 місяці тому +1

      Thank you! Yes, I think travelling alone always gives some clarity, one way or another❤️

  • @bearticboy9297
    @bearticboy9297 3 місяці тому

    Nydelig!! Og inspirerende

  • @marcodellasanta9089
    @marcodellasanta9089 3 місяці тому

    ❤...another one of Your BEAUTIFUL ideas... thank You, Maria...

  • @frednorman1
    @frednorman1 3 місяці тому

    Beautiful video, and nice to see the old part of MOSJØEN again. I spent a couple of nights there on my only trip to Norway four years ago.. and inappropriate for that person to make a comment on you eating alone in that restaurant. Some people like eating alone, or due to circumstances are by themselves..Maybe it’s Norwegian thing, but that would be considered rude in the US

  • @ArminMeiwes01
    @ArminMeiwes01 3 місяці тому

    Ich wollte das das Video nie endet. Du hast eine tolle Stimmung in das Video gebracht. Super stark.
    Was ist das für eine tolle rote Jacke?

  • @ashildlvasborgersen4865
    @ashildlvasborgersen4865 3 місяці тому

    For en fin tur du var på🤩tida rett før jeg ble 30 hadde jeg også en skikkelig krise..jeg hadde ingen fast inntekt, ikke mitt eget sted å bo.. visste ikke hva jeg ville. Det var skikkelig vanskelig! Eneste jeg kan si er at det gikk over ganske fort etter bursdagen😂❤️❤️var ikke så mye som endra seg, men jeg innså at alt kom til å ordne seg med tida uansett❤️håper den rastløsheten gir slipp for deg og snart! stor klem!

    • @Mariaandtheforest
      @Mariaandtheforest  3 місяці тому +1

      Hvorfor overasker det meg ikke at vi har noe til felles her 🙈. Krysser fingrene for at det er bedre etter bursdagen ja. Tror på en måte det blir bra å komme seg over terskelen! Klem til deg og

  • @chinoyhealingfoodstravels8888
    @chinoyhealingfoodstravels8888 3 місяці тому

    Greetings from Redondo Beach 🇺🇸🇺🇸Beautiful sceneries🌷🌷

  • @sarahinscotland
    @sarahinscotland 3 місяці тому

    This was a beautiful, reflective video. What you are experiencing is very common. I went through it around 29. You should look into "Saturns return," it's quite interesting. Anyways you've made me want to take a little road trip :)

    • @Mariaandtheforest
      @Mariaandtheforest  3 місяці тому

      Thank you for sharing that, I know of course I am not the only one experiencing these transitions, but it is really nice to hear it from people that felt similar things. Will look into Saturns return! Enjoy the road 😉

  • @lucian-danielpop6079
    @lucian-danielpop6079 3 місяці тому

    Thank you for this video. So interesting!

  • @lunavibesfilm
    @lunavibesfilm 3 місяці тому

    Norway is so so amazing! We spent the entire summer last year in our van in Norway. We also made a hole serie of our adventures only dedicated to Norway if you’re interested to watch 🥰🚐 Anyhow, thank you for another beautiful video!!🤍

  • @IrnelCisneros
    @IrnelCisneros 3 місяці тому

    attractive place I will go to Europe the first place I will go to is Norway on my vacation. Watching Sydney Australia?

  • @marie-clairevrijens9608
    @marie-clairevrijens9608 2 місяці тому

    Which camera do you use? :)

  • @maikvanlommel7573
    @maikvanlommel7573 3 місяці тому

    Hi Maria!

  • @LisaMetal2
    @LisaMetal2 Місяць тому

    Where did you get those pants with all the pockets?!

  • @anuruddhadhananjaya8303
    @anuruddhadhananjaya8303 3 місяці тому

    💚

  • @saz1935
    @saz1935 3 місяці тому

    Maria I thought you're going visit some ancient Pagan settlements too, afterall paganism is Scandinavian religion and many youngsters are returning back to it.

  • @EuropeanGodpurewhiteboy
    @EuropeanGodpurewhiteboy 3 місяці тому

    I am from Netherlands can you suggest some places to visit in your country.

  • @lemuseedeslivres8317
    @lemuseedeslivres8317 3 місяці тому

  • @ROBOTRIX_eu
    @ROBOTRIX_eu 3 місяці тому +1

    ..one word.. Kids ! I wonder if you were always checking if you had phone coverage, in case you slip and broke an ancle or so..alone..or a satelite phone..or gps s.o.s. message system..

    • @Mariaandtheforest
      @Mariaandtheforest  3 місяці тому

      😉🙈😝❤️
      I actually had coverage! But on that last hike my phone had very little battery... Should have charged it before just in case. But it went well!

    • @ROBOTRIX_eu
      @ROBOTRIX_eu 3 місяці тому +1

      @@Mariaandtheforest ok.. don't get caught needing umbrella when it's needed..

    • @Mariaandtheforest
      @Mariaandtheforest  3 місяці тому

      ​@@ROBOTRIX_eu Yep. I'm a pretty confident hiker though and I was careful 🙂

  • @EuropeanGodpurewhiteboy
    @EuropeanGodpurewhiteboy 3 місяці тому

    You have a very beautiful face.