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Scandinavian Lifestyle Reading List
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items Being Scandinavian and living here in Copenhagen, Denmark, it is sometimes strange to see how the Nordic countries always end up at the top of various lists of the happiest countries in the world. It gives me a sense of pride, but it is also a parado...
A cozy classic that distills the essence of hygge: warmth, togetherness, and mindful comfort. A masterclass in how small pleasures spark big happiness.
The Little Book of Hygge: Danish Secrets to Happy Living|Hardcover
A heartwarming, practical guide to decluttering life—and mind—preemptively. Clears space, eases burdens, and helps prioritize what truly matters.
The Gentle Art of Swedish Death Cleaning: How to Free Yourself and Your Family from a Lifetime of Clutter|Hardcover
Embrace lagom—the Swedish ethos of balance and moderation. Offers simple steps for a grounded, sustainable life without extremes.
Lagom: Not Too Little, Not Too Much: The Swedish Art of Living a Balanced, Happy Life|Hardcover
A vibrant introduction to Nordic rituals: golden fika breaks, balanced routines, and cozy rituals across Scandinavia.
The Scandinavian Guide to Happiness: The Nordic Art of Happy and Balanced Living with Fika, Lagom, Hygge, and More!|Hardcover
Celebrate fika—Sweden’s mindful coffee pause. A ritual that honors connection, stillness, and sweetness beyond sugar.
The Little Book of Fika: The Uplifting Daily Ritual of the Swedish Coffee Break|Hardcover
Packed with cozy recipes, rituals, and décor ideas. This is hygge in action: food, friends, warmth, and homely atmosphere.
The Hygge Life: Embracing the Nordic Art of Coziness Through Recipes, Entertaining, Decorating, Simple Rituals, and Family Traditions|Hardcover
A witty, honest tour through Nordic life. Explores hygg e, sisu, and more—revealing a fuller, sometimes critical portrait of happiness.
The Almost Nearly Perfect People: Behind the Myth of the Scandinavian Utopia|Paperback
Sisu is the Finnish superpower: grit, courage, and calm endurance in the face of hardship. A resilient mindset for tough times.
The Finnish Way: Finding Courage, Wellness, and Happiness Through the Power of Sisu|Paperback
Discover friluftsliv—the Norwegian love of outdoor living. Fresh air, everyday nature, and simple rituals to ground modern stress.
The Open-Air Life: Discover the Nordic Art of Friluftsliv and Embrace Nature Every Day|Hardcover
How hygge meets hospitality and spirituality. A thoughtful guide to nurturing faith and fellowship through coziness and welcome.
Holy Hygge: Creating a Place for People to Gather and the Gospel to Grow|Paperback
A deeper dive into hygge rituals—from food and lighting to friendships and gratitude. Cozy life hacks for year-round.
The Joy of Hygge: How to Bring Everyday Pleasure and Danish Coziness into Your Life|Hardcover
Combines Nordic food wisdom with lifestyles like fika and friluftsliv. Nourishing habits for health and happiness.
Eat Nordic: The Ultimate Diet for Weight Loss, Health and Happiness|eBook
A dreamy guide to hygge in daily rituals—meals, evenings, relationships. Thoughtful, stylish, and utterly soothing.
The Book of Hygge: The Danish Art of Contentment, Comfort, and Connection|eBook
Not just Denmark—but global happiness through Nordic inspiration. Includes lessons on hygge and well-being alongside universal joy practices.
The Little Book of Lykke: Secrets of the World's Happiest People|Hardcover
A holistic Nordic take—mixing hygge, lagom, winter mindfulness, and recipe-inspired rituals for cozy living at home.
How to Hygge: The Nordic Secrets to a Happy Life|Hardcover