To create a happy and balanced life, Bring Lagom lifestyle in your life.
What is Lagom?
"Not too little. Not too much. Just right."
Lagom the latest lifestyle trend to come from Sweden. Lagom is to Sweden, what Hygge ( Check my previous article on Hygge ) is to Denmark. Loosely translated it means 'just the right amount'.
Lagom isn't something you can do, it's a way of living. Lagom is a way of thinking, it affects your day to day life and you learn to live in moderation. Lagom is about being content, not having too much or too little, not being fussy or pretentious and being content with what you have.
Simple ways to bring lagom into your life
1- Don’t force yourself to be happy
A study at Berkeley in California monitored individuals who said happiness was their main goal and found that they were more likely to feel lonely. Sometimes you need to allow happiness to come naturally, rather than pursuing it.
2- Contribute to something greater than yourself
Find a way to give back to your community by volunteering for a local project, helping a friend or needy one.
3- Take regular breaks
Make sure you take a few breaks even on busy days. You’ll work better when you’re refreshed – especially if you’ve had coffee or tea break.
4- Learn to be contented
Finding inner contentment can be as simple as doing something you love, such as singing or playing a musical instrument. “Having a big party is not necessary for happiness, but having a hot drink with a friend could do it,”
5- Change your way of thinking
Don’t ask yourself: “Can I do better?”. Instead, ask yourself: “Is this good enough?”
6- Reclaim your own time
Swedes like to keep their work life and home life separate – remind yourself of that the next time you’re tempted to stay late at work or check your emails over the weekend.
Vivek
Infinite love
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