Hygge – A Danish concept
Hygge, both a noun and an adjective, doesn’t have a direct translation but is a very Danish thing that is used not only in terms of our lifestyle but just as much our food, clothes and interior. It can translate to feeling cosy, warm, comfortable and relaxed. All in all it’s about bringing that cosiness, warmth and light into your life, specially the darker months (it seems dark in the North like half of the year).
Here’s how you can bring some hygge into your life:
- light a candle or use warm lighting
- drink something warm
- eat something comfy and delicious
- bake or cook some comfort food
- be with loved ones or hug a pet or a teddy
- put plans on hold and take time to just be
- watch something you really enjoy
- cosy up under blankets or a duvet
- wear something comfortable
- crochet something – or use your hands for a cosy craft
