As I’ve been thinking about how to spend some “me time” today, I remembered I’ve been wanting to try the hygge lifestyle and a fika coffee break for a while.  Do you know the difference between hygge and fika? They are all the rage in the world of self care right now, so I thought I’d break them down for you and maybe in the process decide how I want to spend a quiet hour this afternoon.

Origin:  Danish, also practiced in Norway

Meaning:  A way of life celebrating coziness and togetherness

How to:  Create a cozy and warm environment, gather with loved ones, enjoy warm drinks and treats, relaxation

Pros:  Easy to find little ways to incorporate into daily life, improved relationships, less stressful way of living

Cons:  Some practices may not be as appealing in hot summer months, some aspects of the lifestyle may not appeal to everyone

Learn more:  Here

The verdict:  I’m so excited to add some hygge elements into my daily life (especially more gatherings with loved ones!).  I don’t think it will feel as overwhelming to practice hygge if I start by thinking about how to make my current self care practices a little cozier.

Origin:  Swedish

Meaning:  The practice of taking a relaxing afternoon coffee break

How to:  Have coffee and a treat each afternoon, relax, unplug & unwind, slow down mindfully

Pros:  Relaxing, happens daily so you prioritize self care, helps you practice mindfulness

Cons:  May feel restrictive or forced since it is a daily practice, could be costly if you’re buying coffee and treats daily

Learn more:  Here

I love the idea of fika and I’ve been having a coffee in the afternoon for a while now (#momlife), so I’ll definitely continue to!  I think I’ll try to take it outside and leave my phone inside from now on!

Buuuut….I am also such a huge fan of hygge!  If you want an easy way to add more hygge to your life, check out this “How I Hygge” worksheet!

So what do you think? Now that you know the difference between hygge and fika, which do you prefer?  Have a great weekend, Besties!

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