Hygge, the Scandinavian concept of staying cozy inside during the cold winter months, made us spend more time in our homes over the past few years, but this year we’re all about friluftsliving, a lifestyle that focuses on the outdoors.
The Scandinavians are experts in setting new lifestyle trends. This year, the COVID-19 pandemic got us all to stay inside more even during summer, so we’re looking for ways to spend more time in nature. Since this year won’t be so great for gathering extended family and friends for the holidays, we need to find safer alternatives to have fun and enjoy the upcoming months.
Friluftsliv or friluftsliving means “free air life”. This concept comes from Norway and the #friluftsliv tag on Instagram shows almost a million photos of forests, rivers, landscapes, and other beautiful things in nature. Spending a few hours per day in nature is a good way to improve your physical and mental health and to decrease stress and it seems that the Norwegians have mastered this.
Don’t wait; dress comfortably and in layers, pack some food, and go spend some time in nature with your family or your best friend. The great thing about this is that it’s perfect for all ages, and there are so many activities you can do with children to turn it into an adventure!
