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  • Hygge

  • A Celebration of Simple Pleasures. Living the Danish Way.
  • By: Charlotte Abrahams
  • Narrated by: Charlotte Abrahams
  • Length: 3 hrs and 45 mins
  • 4.4 out of 5 stars (10 ratings)

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Hygge

By: Charlotte Abrahams
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Candlelight is hygge; the smell of freshly brewed coffee is hygge; the feel of crisp, clean bed linen is hygge; dinner with friends is hygge.

Hygge, pronounced 'hoo-ga', is a Danish philosophy that roughly translates to 'cosiness'. But it is so much more than that. It's a way of life that encourages us to be kinder to ourselves, to take pleasure in the modest, the mundane and the familiar. It is a celebration of the everyday, of sensual experiences rather than things. It's an entire attitude towards life that results in Denmark regularly being voted one of the happiest countries in the world.

So, with two divorces behind her and her 50th birthday rapidly approaching, journalist Charlotte Abrahams ponders whether it's hygge that's been missing from her life. Is it a philosophy we can all embrace? In a society where lifestyle trends tend to centre on deprivation - be it no sugar, no gluten or no possessions - what does cherishing yourself actually mean? And will it make her happy?

In Hygge, Charlotte Abrahams weaves the history of hygge and its role in Danish culture with her own attempts, as an English woman, to embrace a more hygge life. In this beautifully told audiobook, she examines the impact this has on her home, her health, her relationships and, of course, her happiness. Light a candle, pour yourself a glass of wine and get ready to enjoy your more hygge life.

Written and read by Charlotte Abrahams.

PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your My Library section along with the audio.

©2016 Charlotte Abrahams (P)2016 Orion Publishing Group

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the hjgge experience

I found the authors indepth research not only into the concept of hjgge but architecture, history and statistics which all tied into this intangible concept thought provoking and enlightening. Her explanation of her own personal experiences and incorporation of a hjggely life was very helpful in not only explaining the concept but useful in providing ideas on how to incorporate it into my own every day life. Definitely would recommend 😊

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