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The Little Book of Hygge By Meik Wiking

The bleak midwinter seemed like the right time to read this book, subtitled Danish Secrets To Happy Living, since the Danes are consistently at the top of the U.N.-sponsored World Happiness Report and other surveys. It turns out that happiness can be summed up in a word, “hygge,” which is a concept of well being and comfort, and what exactly provides it. Hygge is not about the acquisition of things, but about creating a peaceful atmosphere: think a fireplace, blanket, book, and hot drink. Most of the suggestions are really very simple, but it also made me think about slowing down and simplifying, in all the best possible ways.

Maureen, Breakwater Books, Guilford