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HEALTHY HAPPY HOME!
The Power of Hygge
Here it is!
I have been exploring ways to keep our living spaces as cozy, comfortable and creativity inducing as possible. With winter quickly approaching, bringing with it those long cold nights and diminishing sunshine, I figure we need something!
In previous articles I explored the ability to harness the power of plants and the energy of color to beautify and detoxify our environments.
I discovered that in Traditional Chinese Medicine there is a self-care principle known as “hygge.”
Hygge is a Danish word for a mood of comfortability and coziness. Ah, that sounds nice! When the average temperature in Denmark is 45 degrees Fahrenheit in November, coziness and comfortability become imperative.
Hygge helps people to stay grounded. Hygge makes for cozy and comfy homes.
Here are five key principles:
Let in Lots of Natural Light During the Day
Vitamin D is important. It is crucial to get as much of this as possible. Natural light keeps your home cozy and comfy by letting warmth in, and it also helps keep depression at bay.
Cook Early, and Cook Often
Besides being a great way to nourish your family and friends, cooking cultivates a sense of…
