Remember to “fall back” in the US! When local daylight time reached 2:00:00 am clocks were turned backward 1 hour to Sunday, November 6, 2022, 1:00:00 am local standard time instead. Sunrise and sunset will be about 1 hour earlier on Nov 6, 2022, unless you live in Arizona or Hawaii.
The long dark days can be challenging. If you’re not familiar with Hygge, it is a concept I’ve found that really helps with the adjustment to the change of season from the days of summer and autumn into winter. Read on to learn about Hygge 🙂
Embrace Hygge
Let’s take these longer darker days to explore the concept of Hygge. In Denmark, hygge translates roughly to “coziness”.
In essence, hygge means creating a warm atmosphere and enjoying the good things in life with good people. The warm glow of candlelight is hygge.
Cozying up with a loved one for a movie – that’s hygge, too. And there’s nothing more hygge than sitting around with friends and family, discussing the big and small things in life. Perhaps hygge explains why the Danes are some of the happiest people in the world.
The Origins of Hygge
The Visit Denmark website explains the origins of hygge. Hygge didn’t originate in the Danish language but in old Norwegian, where it meant something like “well-being.” It first appeared in Danish writing around the end of the 18th Century and the Danes have embraced it ever since.
One good thing about hygge is that you can apply it anywhere, and Danes allocate it generously to everything commonplace, as you will surely find out on your visit to Denmark.
Seasonal Meaning
The autumn season is a reminder of this too! The weather has cooled. The trees changing colors celebrate a “last hurrah” before they drop for winter.
As we prepare for the Thanksgiving holiday, this is a time to be thankful for what we have experienced throughout the year and begin to wind down and prepare for next year. This is a great season to consider “coziness” and enjoy simple pleasures!
Take in the Beauty of the Days Ahead
Change isn’t always easy. Take a deep breath in and out. Cozy up and make some time to appreciate the little things! It is the season of thanks 🙂
I’m thankful for each of you. If you have thoughts or comments to help you/yours, be sure to send me a note: Lynn@thelivingplanner.com or call/text my office +1951.400.5966 to talk about you/yours. Hearing from you makes my day!
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Saw a quote this week attributed to William Shakespeare, “I can no other answer make but thanks, and thanks, and ever thanks.” Have a great week ahead! –Lynn
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