Have you indulged in the feeling of snuggling to your pillow and sleeping that extra hour on a holiday? Or just listening to music? At some point or another, we all want to spend some time comfortably. The activity or the setting might vary from person to person, but the long-lasting impact it has on our well-being is common. Did you know that there is a word to describe this feeling? It is called hygge (pronounced as hoo-ga)!.
WHAT IS HYGGE?
Hygge is a popular Danish notion that has no formal definition but can be loosely interpreted to mean cosiness, contentment, and well-being. Hygge is a term used to convey the joys of appreciating the small things in life. The hygge lifestyle is not just about staying inside or going outside. The feeling is more important than the moment or environment.
Hygge is all about the atmosphere, so a space’s cleanliness and propriety can help create the calming ambience that the notion is frequently linked to. We would feel less worried if we could use all our senses in a comfortable setting. We are less likely to be nervous and more optimistic in life. Therefore, how about reimagining your house or room in such a way that entering the space gives you the ultimate feeling of calm?
- Add comfortable rugs and cushions: There is no harm in placing soft rugs along the sides of your room and putting some extra cushion on them. When it comes to relaxing, lying in bed should not be your only option. Every corner of your room should be inviting and comfortable.
- Make your house a gallery of memories: Frame up pictures with family and friends or decorate the house with family heirlooms. It helps one feel close to some of the most important people in their lives and keeps them emotionally connected.
- Make way for natural lights: While you can experiment with the newest trends in lighting your house, there is nothing more comfortable than a ray of natural light. Make sure your house allows enough sunlight to reach most rooms. This keeps you energised in the morning and can be extremely cosy during the winter. For summer, put up some binds that will restrict the heat yet allow the light to brighten your day.
- Other interior choices like comfortable furnishings, air purifying indoor plants, and a mix of colours in your house can also make your space lively and welcoming and help you achieve hygge to the core.
