Hygge (pronounced hue-guh) is a Danish concept meaning a feeling of or a moment that is cozy, charming or special. They chose that name because they became enamored with the idea of creating an ...

Hygge is an intrinsic part of Danish culture, centering on the relaxed attitude that is so highly valued in the Scandinavian lifestyle. The word itself is derived from “hugga,” the 16th ...

Hygge’s appeal is firmly tied to the natural world. “In my mind, hygge is about ambience, intimacy and the right setting,” says Kirsten Maclean, a Dane now living in a hygge-rich rural ...

Hygge is also a mindset – it's about relaxing and being kind to yourself, rather than going without a certain food type or drink, or embarking on any sort of activity that could be emotionally ...

Dreading the cold, dark months? The Danish tradition of hygge just might change how you feel about winter.

Since his book was published and hygge was made trendy, Wiking, too, has noted how the concept has slowly been corrupted. Hygge, which is ultimately just a feeling, has been commercialised, he says.

Hygge is a mindfulness and gratitude practice that teaches self-care tips for living in the moment to learn how to be happy, relaxed, and grateful.

“Hygge is increasingly at risk of being hijacked by commercial interests – and this worries me as hygge, in its original shape, is free.” ...