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What is HYGGE?

6/9/2022

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I am a big fan of Hygge, it’s known as the Danish way to live well.  The name Hygge comes for the Norwegian word for well-being.  It’s quite similar to the word hug and I think that is no coincidence, it is like giving yourself a hug.
 
Why should we be looking at the Danes and the Scandinavians for advice on living well?  It’s simple, they are the happiest people in Europe(there is even surveys to prove it), they have  a good quality of life, good homelife, strong sense of community and a good work life balance. They meet with friends and family more often, and were shown to be the calmest and happiest.   They prove to us all that it is very possible to live in today’s world and be happy without joining the “rat race” and fast pace of life we see so many getting caught up with in today’s society.  Something they are doing is most definitely working.
 
To the Danes it’s like a feeling of Home.
 
So what can you do to introduce a bit of HYGGE to your life?
  • Make time for friends and family – to simply spend time together
  • Light a candle, it doesn’t even have to be a smelly one – have you noticed how you feel when you go to a restaurant with candle/soft lighting rather than harsh lighting
  • Surround yourself with things that bring you joy, not just the latest thing
  • Eat foods that nourish
  • Be present – put the screens aways for a while
  • Think more we than me – make it about looking after one another rather than predominantly the self
  • Comfort – soft cosy socks, warm jumpers, take a break, relaxation, cosy warm blankets
  • No drama llamas here- if you don’t want to join in the drama excuse yourself
  • Vibe with your tribe – spend more time in the company of those who leave you feeling good
  • Gratitude – take things in, be in the moment and acknowledge the things you have gratitude fore, big or small
  • Get out - spend time in nature and fill all your senses
Let me know what you introduce and remember it's not  a race.  Small changes made consistency will change your course
 
 
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    Carina Kennedy was formerly a Nurse, now a Nutritional Therapist and Herbalist living in the west of Ireland.  Her passion is food, health and teaching clients to gain control of their life with simple techniques.

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