What Is Hygge? How to Apply This Cozy Concept in Minutes
Embracing the Danish quality of coziness.
Imagine warming up next to the fire with a soft blanket, a steaming cup of tea, and the perfect book in your hands. You’re wearing your most comfortable sweats, reclining in a cushioned chair, and feeling completely at ease.
Do you think you can mentally transport yourself there? Good.
If so, you are on your way to experiencing Hygge.
Now, you may be wondering: What in the world is Hygge?
I was unfamiliar with the term, too, until I stumbled upon this definition while playing a conversational card game:
Hygge (pronounced hoo-guh) is a Scandinavian word for enjoying the good things in life. It evokes an atmosphere of coziness accompanied by a feeling of contentment and well-being.
Sounds pretty delightful, huh? The term originated in Norway but was then developed by the Danish in the late 18th century, as a way to provide comfort during the long and cold winter months.
While Hygge was coined during a snowier season, it’s a state of being that can be embraced year-round. To the Danish, Hygge is not just a word, but a central part of their culture (No wonder Denmark is ranked by happiness economists as one…
