If last year we fell in love with the Danish concept of “hygge“, Which literally translates as“ warmth ”or“ intimacy ”, and we spent the winter months, caressed by the flickering light of candles with blankets, hot chocolate and soft colors, the coming year gives way to a new trend! Is called “friluftsliv“, Comes from Norway and encourages us to push ourselves into the arms of mother nature, to detoxify, not only from the hustle and bustle of our lives, but also from digital addiction.
What is the “friluftsliv”
The philosophy of “friluftsliv” is certainly not new in Scandinavia. Norwegians, in fact, use this word to define an idea of outdoor life, which actually has no equivalent in Italian. The goal is to live a peaceful existence in connection with the world around us, appreciating beauty as much as the power of nature in which we are immersed. It seems that this philosophy of life helps not only to alleviate stress and daily anxieties, but also increases our psycho-physical well-being. To fully exploit this trend in our daily life, here are some tips to apply the “friluftsliv” philosophy to our homes as well.
Create your own corner in the garden
The first step in embracing the “friluftsliv” philosophy is to put down your phone or laptop and, of course, go out into the fresh air. Carve out a corner of your own in the garden, trying to make it even more pleasant and welcoming with plants, flowers and fairy lights, to create a warm and comfortable atmosphere just a few steps from the front door.
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Bring nature indoors
If your working life doesn’t offer you many opportunities to spend time outdoors, or your home doesn’t have any outdoor space to enjoy, that doesn’t mean you can’t embrace the concept of friluftsliv. The secret is to bring nature indoors. Like? Look for bright, open and airy spaces that allow light to enter, with large windows, which grant you a view of the outside. Fill the house with flower and plant pots, decorating the furniture, or hanging baskets of plants from the wooden beams of the ceiling. Try to use natural wood for floors and furniture and prefer natural light.
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Transform the tool shed
Another possibility to embrace the philosophy pioneered by the Norwegians is transform the garden shed into a small shelter where you can escape in your free time to read or listen to music in peace. These little houses outside the house, which can be easily set up in a medium to large size garden, are the perfect remedy to reconnect with nature. Without electricity and with the presence of natural wood, you will be able to restore the peace and calm you are looking for.
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