Hygge: How to Be Happy and Healthy in Your Daily Life (The Ultimate Guide to Scandinavian Ways of Living a Balanced Life Filled With Coziness and Happiness)

The Danish concept of hygge is about much more than being warm and cozy as snow falls outside. It's a mindset that celebrates the art of slowing down and savoring the everyday pleasures of life. Hygge can be present in the newness of spring and as life winds down in autumn. Even on the hottest days of summer, the comforts of hygge are available to us. Hygge can mean being with your loved ones or being happy on your own. Hygge can be still and quiet or active and full of fun. Hygge may have originated in Scandinavia, but it's an idea that deserves to spread throughout the world. It's a perfect fit with both minimalism and gratitude, and if you're interested in either, you'll love the insights shared in this book. This book include: A thorough grounding in the danish art of hygge, the lifestyle equivalent of embracing a hug from the inside out The eight ways to incorporate practical aspects of hygge into every part of your daily life, from hearth and home to food and crafts The four things you should know about nurturing happy and serene relationships with children, parents, partners, and friends Why living your life in a constant rush and stress - even if it feels materially lucrative - is not the path to ultimate happiness. Instead, engage with the simple things in life with gratitude and pleasure. How to achieve household harmony without sacrificing friends and self-care Anyone who has cuddled up in a blanket by a toasty fireplace knows how important it can be to take a break from the outside world and find coziness and contentment. While the Danish concept of hygge is not new, American cozy hygge tips have been popping up everywhere—from celebrating hygge in the winter to hygge gifts and mindful gift-giving.