My Hygge Home: How to Make Home Your Happy Place

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Plants have a big impact on how a room feels. There is research that shows that that a large number of plants can purify the air we breathe, especially spider plants, Boston ferns and ficus trees. Caring for plants is also shown to reduce stress and boost your mood because it allows you to focus on something natural, away from a screen but also experience the rewards of caring for something that you can watch flourish. Keep a list on your phone of what is in your freezer. It makes it a whole lot easier – and cheaper – when you are standing in the supermarket wondering what you to have for dinner.

A gorgeous guide to the Danish art of creating a cosy, happy home from the internationally bestselling author, Meik Wiking. I was watching a Masterclass cooking show that Alice Waters had made. She talked about centerpieces for the table and how important they are to create a beautiful environment.Format: Hard Copy. I would highly recommend the physical copy of this book- The pictures are beautiful throughout.

At first the boys started to tease their dad: ‘Dad what’s going on with the candles? Do you want romantic time with Mum, or should we leave?’ But over time, the boys actually started to light the candles for dinner, and it became a ritual. Instead of filling the empty room with what might be standard for a room – a light on the ceiling, pictures on the wall, chairs or a sofa – start with what you’d like that room to give you by asking: No matter your budget (or room size!), you’ll be able to find a selection of candles that fits your space.A cousin that lives in Montana grows lots of fresh basil in her home, and it smells like spring, even in the middle of winter. Bring those elements in your own home. Consider how much time you spend in different locations and how the design and décor of those places impacts on your behaviour. Dictionary.com has the definition of hygge in reference to the Danish lifestyle: “the feeling of coziness and contentment evoked by simple comforts, as being wrapped in a blanket, having good conversations, and enjoying food.” Resources on Hygge Life: