The Scandinavian Guide to Happiness: The Nordic Art of Happy and Balanced Living with Fika, Lagom, Hygge, and More!
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Make time for the things that really matter in life. Find balance and happiness in your daily life, the Scandinavian way, with The Scandinavian Guide to Happiness ! There's a reason Finland, Denmark, Norway, Iceland, and Sweden consistently rank as the top 5 happiest countries on earth! Find out the secrets to their happiness and fulfillment in The Scandinavian Guide to Happiness, which shares centuries of Nordic wisdom, including:Lykke: Happiness is all around you (Denmark)
Lagom: Just the right amount not too much, not too little (Sweden)
Fika: Taking daily coffee breaks and other comforting rituals (Sweden)
Hygge: Coziness brings comfort, courage, and happiness (Denmark)
Sisu: Everyday courage, grit, and determination & acting rationally in the face of adversity
These basic principles will help you see how to have a happy life without buying anything, changing yourself, or making any other crazy drastic changes! Topics include simplicity, happiness, health & wellness, relationships, nature-inspired living, and more. Full of inspiring, encouraging ideas and charming illustrations! this thoughtful Scandinavian guide is sure to put a happy glow in your life. Read more
Editor's Take
Goodreads reviewers describe this book as a quick, informative introduction to Scandinavian happiness concepts, with several saying it is easy to read and culturally interesting.
A review blog says it offers a solid overview of fika, lagom, hygge, and related ideas, but does not deeply break new ground.
Some Goodreads readers felt it was best for beginners rather than people looking for fresh or especially practical advice.
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| Topic | Happiness |
Product Details
| Publisher | Cider Mill Press |
| Publication date | January 5, 2021 |
| Edition | Illustrated |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 208 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1951511212 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1951511210 |
| Item Weight | 10.4 ounces |
| Dimensions | 4.75 x 0.8 x 7.3 inches |
| Best Sellers Rank | #38,259 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #2 in General Sweden Travel Guides #10 in Nordic & Scandinavian Travel #344 in Meditation (Books) |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (183) |
