Kasper M. de Thurah

Danish marketing specialist and entrepreneur living in Norway.

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This weekend I’ll be driving 8 hours to Stockholm and back to where it all started. I’m gonna hook up with Fjällräven and all the new Polar participants from all over the world. I’m very excited to meet many of the former participants including some from my own adventure. We are gonna celebrate the new ones and wish them an amazing experience - send the off with style. As I wrote a couple of days ago, I cannot start to describe how it changed my life, but if you have followed me a while you’ll probably know. I’m so grateful for the guys at @vntattoo who helped me make my experience a permanent part of my body. I hope you’re up for some more work some day guys, still have some ink ideas. I’ll be posting on my story and also some love during the trip. Good night 🔥 https://ift.tt/2Iy1DzH

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The pursuit of happiness, joy, love, passion, satisfaction. Hands firmly holding us while fire spreads within - eyes that meet, deepest desires, fantasies, instincts. We are quite simple, we are basically put on this planet to live and let life continue and evolve. Beauty is individual when it comes to people, what we are attracted to, how we are attracted and in some cases just what turns us on. Some see a life partner, others a partner for 20 mins in the back alley. But beauty in nature is quite broadly agreed on. Sunsets, waterfalls, snowflakes falling down slowly. Maybe it underlines how important it is that we get more out, find common ground. So many differences in politics, religion etc. is easier solved when we sit down at a camp fire and look at each other as people. One human being to another. We need more love in this world, more passion, more touching and feeling. Keep it old school, let’s get back to basics. Let’s live 🔥 #randomthoughts #mindfart #thinkingoutloud https://ift.tt/2H0H69G

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Let them get dirty, let them play. Our children needs to learn about our elements, touch and feel, be curious. It’s by trying you learn, don’t be afraid of falling, failing or getting your cloth dirty. You can always get up again and the cloths can be washed. But the experience and joy cannot be replaced - not can the connection with nature. It doesn’t have to be much, a min evening walk and a puddle is sometimes all we need ♥️ #mud #mudpuddle #happykids #kidsinnature https://ift.tt/2H92NlH

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Are you willing to make a deal with me? Let’s promise ourselves to have the best spring and summer ever. Let’s focus on beauty, let’s do something about it. If you have a dream, go for it. If you have something you’ve always wanted to try, do it. Let’s celebrate life and focus on all the positive sides. Even on shitty days, try to shift your focus. Let’s try it out? What do we have to loose? Happiness, love, passion, beauty, smiles. We deserve it. You do. I do. Let’s go for it ☀️ #visittelemark #fantekjerringkollen #ulvang #lundhags https://ift.tt/2Je0X3J

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T-minus 1 week. Prepare yourself. Get ready. This was where it all started. My journey. My adventure. Yours will too. In one week the new group from all over the world will meet up in Stockholm, getting their gear and training before Fjällräven Polar 2018 begins. . The feeling is still inside me. The cold, the sound from the sled against the icy surface. The dogs running, the wind blowing in your face. To get a dose of nature this extreme was a life changer for me. To experience how small you are in the big white universe and how dependent you are to your teammates, training and instincts. . I can’t believe it’s been almost a year. So much has happened, so much has changed. I’m also really excited on behalf of every new participant, as I know how it will change them. I know what they are about to experience. They think they know. I did too. But they don’t 💙 #polarfamily #fjallravenpolar #arctic #lifechanger https://ift.tt/2GuFXnn

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Our perception of our self. Who am I? The mirror in the wall, reflection of our outer layer. Who do we wanna be? And how do we get there? As I’m getting older the footprint is more and more important. What we stand for, values, views and how we behave. Not only how we behave in front of other people, but also in this world, in nature, as humans. I dream of a world where kindness and empathy is more in focus. Where people can be who they want without the fear of getting bullied or in some places killed. A world where we can gather around and enjoy beauty instead of finding flaws. And I think becoming your true self is a big part of that. We are all created equal, but environment and people can lead us on paths away from ourselves, creating tensions and groups. Diversity. Separation. If we focus on being ourselves, being open and focus on kindness and love - we can solve many problems in this world. I try to start with myself. If I find the way, maybe others will too. Just look. Beauty is all around us. We just have to open our eyes and use them 😍 #liveterbestute #visittelemark #solnedgang #mølen https://ift.tt/2Jb75cX

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The quiet forest, the birds singing, leaves waving in the soft breeze. The sensuality from Mother Nature. All soon to be gone when I’m becoming the new ambassador of @lamborghini. No more birds making irritating noises. No more boring mindfulness. Full throttle, matching jacket and straight up arrogance. See y’all 🤘 #aprilfools https://ift.tt/2E7Jzd7

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The quietness. The water that softly tickles the massive stones as if they some day would start to giggle. Peace for the soul, a clear view into all your decisions, open questions. Sitting here, it feels like the world is standing still. The open horizon, the endless water that connects us all. Where should I go? Should I go or just stay right here? I’ll smile to you as I slowly drift away after you’ve loosened the rope. Maybe I’ll see you again - time will tell 🌻 https://ift.tt/2H0DUsa

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Even the smallest things in this world can seem huge - it’s all about perspective. Sometimes when we lift ourselves above our problems, our dilemma, frustrations we look back at them with almost a embarrassment - did we really let that control our day? Our month? Our mood? In nature you can see this perspective everywhere. And if you use nature and look at it depending on what you need, it’s the best helping hand you can get. This photo is no huge mountains or anything. It’s a small puddle two meters long. But if you move close enough - it can be the world for the small organisms living there. Take that knowledge into your own life, but also be aware of if when using nature - when being out. Protect our precious organisms - take your trash with you - clean up after others. The place you dump something, can be the world for someone else ♻️ https://ift.tt/2pSP2jI

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Approximately one hour ago above my home. The soft colors of Telemark. The ice is melting. In the horizon to the right you can spot Lifjell standing proudly in the suns last beams. There’s just something about sunsets at home. The calm and comforting feeling, like a kiss from our shared Mother. Wherever you are, I hope that you are good. I hope that you are well. I hope that you have the same feeling as I do. Good night 🔥 #visittelemark #telemark #nrktelemark http://bit.ly/2GFZsgc

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The path into my soul, a forgotten language by most. The forest. Wisdom before humans, arms that protects. The gentle hug from Mother Nature and the fragrance of life itself. I feel alive, protected, open. There’s no more authentic and satisfying feeling than just looking up, feeling the breeze and listen to the birds harmony and daily life. For them we are just heavy guests grounded by gravity on their floor as they take full advantage of the green home, flying in and out with an ease that is beyond our imagination. Hours can go by. Life seems on pause in the forest, yet it’s on full speed - far more than anywhere else 🌲 https://ift.tt/2pKzG0I

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Silence has a mysterious calming effect, allowing your soul to be at peace with your thoughts. Our hearts always know the way, but our minds can play with us, making us doubt, second guess, fear. Without knowing, we create our own boundaries and become our own worst enemy of being happy. . In nature, you get that perspective, insight, peace. Sometimes we never notice the beauty, because we are too busy creating it. The goal of Life is to match your nature with Nature, as it is everything. . Nothing in Nature lives for itself. Rivers don’t drink their own water, the Sun doesn’t shine for itself, the trees don’t eat their own fruit. Living for each other is the key. Some never find that person, some search their whole life, others find that person by coincidence. We never know, but if we shield ourselves from happiness and overthink, we’ll never know as we get blind and afraid. . Sometimes we need tears to clear the mist in our eyes, a little assurance to help with the doubts in our head, a little hug to nurse our aching heart and a little rest to carry on moving forward 🌻 https://ift.tt/2GySYQd

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Not long ago I attended the official launch of the new and electric I-Pace in Oslo, but being a Land Rover guy in my heart, my only experience with Jaguar was with an old classic XJS. I’ve always loved their elegance and style mixed with power, but it was a true experience to lend an E-Pace from the awesome Land Rover & Jaguar guys at @autostrada_ . You immediately feel the car is British assembled in Castle Bromwich and that the two companies share design facility in Whitley, Coventry. And there’s just this feeling that follows with the strong royal ties. You feel different when you drive, the experience is just better and in some ways more authentic. The animal is indeed loose in the forest, but with style. Being very capable off-road and still ready for the red carpet, I’m really impressed by this beast. Thank you for the opportunity - what a lovely way to spend a day 🌹 https://ift.tt/2GAlosY

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For some people it’s just a lot of water. For me, it’s where I regain my sanity, get perspective and feel true love. Stop crossing oceans for people who wouldn’t cross a puddle for you. I’ve spent too many years helping others, and that’s still who I wanna be. But know your limit. Otherwise you’ll start eating yourself up. And you can’t be there for others if you’re not there. It’s a delicate balance as always here in life, but remembering and giving it focus will help you turn the situation. Small steps, one foot in front of the other. Repeat and suddenly you’re there. Just focus on the process, the journey. Sometimes we just have to allow ourselves to be. Just be. And no, not everyone have that privilege. It can be bad relationships, family, friends, def esteem. Whatever holds you down, I believe in you. You are just as human as I am. As everybody. You can do it. I’ve got your back 👊 https://ift.tt/2Iaw4vp

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The soft layers of Telemark, a look into the soul that reveals characteristics and values. As kindness and empathy isn’t modern anymore, surrounding yourself with the gently love from Mother Nature is key to stay grounded. This is reality. This is life. This is where the mind can get the clarity it needs. This is where the heart can beat faster than anywhere else, but with pure love. Devotion. Sensuality. Passion ♥️ https://ift.tt/2pJselu

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Spring is here. New life, new colors. New opportunities. We strive to be the best, comparing ourselves with other people, never feeling good enough. It’s important to remember, that with social media we live in a facade world where people choose who they are, not reflecting how it is. And in a time where it’s more and more polished, I’m trying to go the opposite way. I’m not perfect, I’m not a professional at what I do. I just love it - and I need it! To learn more! Not just about nature and activities, survival and seeing new places - but to learn more about myself, figuring out who I am. This journey I have chosen to be very public about and I really appreciate that you follow and that many of you suggest others to follow as well. Remember who you are, try to evolve and keep yourself grounded at all time. When I have a tough time, I won’t hide it - and hopefully you’ll be there at the end. That’s not what this is about. A journey is not only smiles and happy faces, it’s ups and downs and how you handle it. “Why do we fall? So we can learn to pick ourselves up again...” I wish you all a lovely Sunday evening ☀️ https://ift.tt/2IPhivk

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The biggest challenge of life is to be yourself in a world that is trying to make you like everyone else. Don’t change so people will like you. Be yourself and the right people will love the real you. There is nothing more rare, nor more beautiful, than a woman being unapologetically herself; comfortable in her perfect imperfection. To me, that is the true essence of beauty. We all strive perfection, but only perfect imperfection exists. Don’t confuse it with social media where everything can look as we please. A virtual self. I’ve been there myself, always hated close-ups, wanted to control the outcome, how I was seen. But I’m inviting you all up close now, real close. Real. We all have our imperfections - that’s what makes us unique. But it takes courage, it takes the “I don’t give a (d)uck anymore” attitude. It’s a essential part of being human to have faults, strange sides of ourselves that we sometimes are embarrassed to show until we know a person really, really well. But the right person loves you just the way you are. With all your faults. With no make-up. Just you. Just spending all night on the floor in an empty house with only a fireplace and two cups of coffee 🌻 https://ift.tt/2IRRBuk