Launching in April We are edging closer to April, with exciting news: this is the month we are set to launch! Our hug-in-a-box gifts will be sold on Etsy until our online shop is up and running, and we are excited to hear what you think when you order yours. Have a peek! This week has been a very busy week of branding photography, interviews and an exciting virtual taster session for Hygge & Hope is coming soon! Our homemade soap and candles are going to make beautiful gifts. We were in the news! We were very excited to wake up today to see this lovely article. We will also be speaking at ..read more

Can you Hygge alone? Can you enjoy Hygge alone? Can you Hygge alone? Yes! Although practising the art of Hygge is often in the context of time with friends, or quality time with family. However, the last two years have been a clear example of the fact we can’t, or don’t want to always be with people. Introvert and Extrovert Depending on if you are more extrovert or introvert depends on where you will get your energy from. Sometimes there can be a balance, or we can change over time. Introverts are often characterised as shy, but although this can be a personality trait of the introvert, it isn ..read more

I often talk about a Hygge Bubble. The little space where you can put the worries of the day aside for a moment and embrace a little Hygge. One way to do this is to put down your smartphone and read a physical book. The Happy News will be in your Hug-In-A-Box for you to enjoy. Our Hygge & Hope “Hug-In-a-Box” gift pack includes a copy of the amazing Happy News. I have been a huge fan of theirs for many years. Their bright yellow logo is a splash of sunshine from the moment you lay your eyes on it. Emily Coxhead is an awesome entreprenure, illustrator and founder of The Happy News The Happy ..read more

A Poem by Rob Bell Walk Don’t Run Walk, Don’t Run. Is a poem by Rob Bell, that is widely used for all types of mindfulness, reflective, meditation and relaxation exercises. He reminds us all to slow down and look around. That there is life to live and enjoy in the very moment you are in. If you ever walk with a small child, they will highlight this. Every flower, bug or puddle is a moment of wonder and fascination. We also run The Hygge Club, which runs community sessions. Before Covid, we would meet in lovely big intergenerational groups. It was a joy! Over lockdown, we transitioned to our “H ..read more

You might wonder: will gratitude change your life? Well, I believe it can, and opens up doors to a fuller, happier and more content life. I am excited to share some of the latest research into how we can weave gratitude into our lives and share some real-life examples. Gratitude can actually change your life and is a choice we can all make. Gratitude can be defined in many ways, such as “the expression of appreciation for what one has”   but it is not just an emotional response, but a choice we make. Gratitude isn’t just for items of financial value, or physical items, but ..read more

Part one What is gratitude? Gratitude can mean “being thankful & pleasing”, it can also mean “showing appreciation for something or someone and showing thanks with kindness”. As we know Hygge is about taking pleasure in the simple joys in life, while feeling safe & cosy. The two ideas go hand in hand and work well together. In fact, gratitude is one of the key aspects of Hygge. Meet Ida Rose, our loveable lockdown puppy! let’s start: Attitude of Gratitude The term “an attitude of gratitude” refers to the idea of having a mindset of looking for reasons to be thankful. Having such a po ..read more

The benefits of writing a letter of Gratitude lasts weeks and months after completing it. I have decided to write a quick how-to guide. Here are 10 steps to writing a meaningful letter of gratitude. Don’t forget to post your letter of gratitude! If you post it or not, the key is to write it. Posting it would be a wonderful way to bless someone. You can seal the envelope and put the name on it until you can find their address. For now, just writing the letter will be a tangible way of expressing and practising the art of gratitude. However, if they have passed on, or aren’t able to understand ..read more

INTRODUCING What is the FLYlady cleaning routine? Years ago my house used to be so messy I would have to clear space on the sofa for people to sit down, or frantically wash up a cup before offering them a drink!! I want to share about the FLYlady system, that changed my life! FLY stands for Finally Loving Yourself. Combining weekly and daily tasks in different zones in your house. As one declutters, and then keep clean, you can get your life back and start living. Sometimes the housework can become overwhelming, FLY lady systems, with Hygge & Hope, gives you more time for the important thi ..read more

introducing my first ever blog post! What Is Hygge? (and how do you pronounce it?!) Hygge is pronounced “Who-gaah” in English and American.  Some might spell it phonetically “Hu-guh”. It roughly translates to being “cosy” or “enjoying life’s simple pleasures”. However, it is so much more than that, as I hope to share in this wee summary. Hot tea, cosy socks and blankets are a wee part of creating a Hygge moment: but it is so much more! Hygge & Happiness Hygge is a Danish word, and one of the key reasons that the Danes are such a happy country. In fact, on the global happiness report ..read more