Living in Sweden: A Personal Journey in One of the World’s Most Innovative Countries
Reflecting on my first Two Years in Sweden: Navigating Innovation, Family Life, and Global Recognition in a Nation Built for the Future.
This week marks two years since our relocation to Sweden, and it feels like the perfect time for my family and me to reflect on our journey — embracing a new place, a new work culture, a new language, and countless new challenges, both big and small.
When my wife, two daughters, and I decided to move from Poland to Sweden, it wasn’t just a geographical change — it was the start of a new chapter in our lives, both professionally and personally. We knew we were stepping into one of the most forward-thinking innovation hubs in the world. Now, two years in, I can confidently say that living in Sweden, with its vibrant tech and innovation culture, has exceeded every expectation.
Like many others in tech, I arrived without Swedish language skills (though I speak English and a few other European languages) and with a healthy dose of excitement and curiosity. From the start, the tech community embraced us. In Sweden, opportunities aren’t bound by language but by expertise and collaboration. It’s a country that values skills, creativity…