There’s been a lot of buzz in the U.S. lately about the Danish way of living known as Hygge (pronounced hoo-gah). If you’re not sure exactly what it means, that’s okay. It’s somewhat difficult to explain since the word doesn’t translate into English and is based more on a feeling than on anything concrete. The general concept revolves around creating feelings of intimacy and coziness, connecting with the people you love, and taking pleasure in the small things.
If this sounds appealing to you, you’re not alone. After all, it could be one of the reasons that Denmark is ranked as one of the happiest countries in the world. While many of the concepts are based around staying warm and cozy during the winter months, it’s easy to apply Hygge to your home all year round. Here are five tips to help you get started.
Once you’ve adopted the Hygge lifestyle, you’ll naturally start noticing even more opportunities to incorporate it into your home. Eventually, it will begin to feel like second-nature.