Olle Lindholm is a Sweden-based author and coach who writes about personal growth, psychology, and how to live a life true to yourself.
In honour of Stockholm Pride, I want to share some good shows on the subject. Watching LGBTQ+ characters on the screen has given me courage to live more openly. I hope these gems can inspire you as much as they've inspired me. Or, at the very least, start a meaningful discussion with friends and family. Happy Pride and enjoy watching! Pride moments Soap operas and teen dramas paved the way for…
In honour of Stockholm Pride , I want to share some good books on the subject. Reading books about LGBTQ+ characters has given me comfort and courage to live more openly. I hope these gems can help you as much as they've helped me. Happy Pride and enjoy reading! Pride classics One of the first and most memorable depictions of gay love I read was the memoir Holding the Man (1995) by Australian…
My friend took me out for drinks to celebrate my graduation from the psychology program. I hadn't seen her in ages, and I was really looking forward to catching up. We went downtown for a beer, and the conversation went smoothly as it tends to do when two friends haven't seen each other for a long time. Suddenly, a group of three older men asked nicely if they could sit at the table next to us.…
I've been part of a book club since 2022. Thought I'd share the books we've read so far. As a record of sorts. Enjoy! Dune by Frank Herbert 1 The City We Became N.K. Jemisin Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller 2001: A Space Odyssey by Arthur C. Clark The Actual by Inua Ellams The Tao of Pooh by Benjamin Hoff Elinor Oliphant is Completely Fine by Gail…
Writing is the medium through which I express myself. It allows me to explore new ideas, people, and perspectives. Constraint is freedom – it supports creativity. Every playground needs its rules, just as every writer needs her toolbox. This style guide serves as a reminder of what writing means to me: what I use it for, how I use it, and why I write. It is a living, breathing blog post that will…
I have graduated from the psychology program. I can't believe it's been five years. The graduation ceremony took place inside the majestic hall of Aula Medica, a glass-covered building in the outskirts of Stockholm, most known for its Nobel Prize lectures. We walked up in alphabetical order and accepted our letter from the president. To her credit, she shook hands with everyone. We even had a…
People need people We meet people for a reason, a season, a moment or a lifetime. If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go with a group. Say nice things to others. Show gratitude to the people around you. Perfect is boring Test, get feedback quickly. Readjust as needed. Be present. It's the greatest gift you can give to others, but also to yourself. Two things can be true at…
If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go with a group. I've always been very fond of this quote 1 because I think it entails so much wisdom. It also reflects my own experiences with personal development. Bear Blog I recently switched over my personal website to Bear Blog. Not only am I a fan of the business philosophy behind the platform, I'm also pleasantly surprised by the…
Every year I select three words that will serve as guideposts for my efforts.
I remember when I walked in the pride parade for the first time. It was some 15 years ago, and it meant a great deal to me then and it means a great deal to me now. Representation matters. If you can see it, you can be it. Walking around the city, feeling like you can be yourself without any excuses or fear of harassment. It is truly a wonderful feeling and something worth celebrating. I am lucky…