Adapting The Art Of Hygge
websitebuilder • February 4, 2021
This Valentine’s Day, surround yourself and your significant other with the Danish art of hygge. What is hygge (pronounced hoo-gah), you ask? This state of being cozy, comfortable and connected stems from the Danish concept that in the absence of overwhelming things,we are the happiest. Designing an environment around the idea of hygge might look like a hot cup of tea by a warm fire, reading your favorite book underneath a cozy blanket or a filling meal shared with your closest friends and family. Hygge promotes wellness and a calm state of being, making it the perfect concept to channel this Valentine’s Day. Here’s how you can adapt this concept for you and your partner:
- Turn The Lights Down Low
The first step to creating a cozy environment is mood lighting. You can set the scene for your night of romance by lighting a fire in the fire place, burning your favorite candle and turning off any overhead lights that may be too bright. Cuddle up with your partner under a warm blanket and watch a movie you’ve both been eyeing to make the night even more memorable. - The Couple That Creates Together, Stays Together
Another creative way to integrate hygge into your Valentine’s Day is to decorate your home with your significant other. This could be choosing items that are special to both of you or starting fresh with new ideas that you create together. Curating an environment that celebrates your relationship will promote a sense of partnership and make your shared space meaningful. - Connect With Each Other
Connecting with each other on Valentine’s Day may seem like a given but using hygge can deepen your relationship with your significant other. Cook a fun, new meal together while you reminisce over an old photo album and a hot chocolate. Play board games in the candlelight while your favorite record spins in the background. Learn to linger in the small moments that hygge creates and celebrate them with one another. Practicing gratitude in your relationship is the heart of hygge and will only bring you closer together in your relationship.
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