In this web content, the author reflects on their experience living in Iceland and the lessons they have learned. They highlight the Icelandic people’s strong connection with nature and their deep admiration and care for the environment. The author also discusses the Icelandic saying “þetta reddast,” which means “everything will be alright” and is deeply embedded in Icelandic culture. They share personal anecdotes, such as experiencing an earthquake and climbing a dangerous ice slope, to illustrate the unique mentality required to live in Iceland, which includes a mix of belief, determination, and preparedness. The author emphasizes that Icelanders are well-prepared to deal with crises and highlights the recent volcanic eruption as an example of their readiness and resilience. They contrast this with the lack of preparedness in their home country of Brazil, despite not having natural disasters like earthquakes or volcanoes. The author concludes that there is much to learn from the Icelandic mindset and that “þetta reddast” implies taking responsibility and taking action rather than leaving things up to fate.
https://memoirsandrambles.substack.com/p/everything-will-be-alright-in-iceland