Inspired by Danish culture, the concept of hygge (pronounced hoo-ga) is all about coziness and adding moments of calm and peace into your day. And although hygge is more of a state of being and feeling, there are lots of different ways to translate that into your everyday. Here, we’re sharing some of our favorite ways to hygge your day by adding more coziness to your daily routine.

As you go through the rest of your morning routine, try to give yourself the time and space for extra self-care. Some of our favorite morning hygge ideas include:

• Meditating and/or stretching
• Journaling in your favorite chair or nook (don’t forget a cozy blanket!)
• Enjoying your coffee outside in nature
• Taking a steam shower
• Getting ready in your favorite plush robe
• And much more!

Whether your afternoons are spent at home or in an office, there are plenty of ways to incorporate hygge throughout your day. Try things like:

• Turning on an oil diffuser with your favorite relaxing scent (we recommend lavender or peppermint!)
• Adding softer lighting to your office space, like lamps instead of overhead fluorescent lights
• Playing soft music in the background
• Scheduling breaks to go for walks, get outside, and stretch (we recommend the 90/20 rule for optimal productivity)
• Drinking lots of water to stay hydrated and energized

Evenings are the optimal time to hygge, as you can really dive into a relaxing routine to unwind from the day and prepare yourself for a great night’s rest. Our first tip for success? Actually create a routine. Whether it’s five minutes or a full hour, make sure you’re making time for just yourself. Once you do that, you can begin filling that time with activities like:

• Turning on the fireplace and lighting candles (you can do this even without a routine!)
• Cooking a delicious, comforting recipe
• Taking a relaxing, candlelit bubble bath
• Curling up with your favorite book
• Drinking a warm glass of Lavender rose-infused milk
• Turning down your bed and adding your favorite cozy pillows and blankets
• Using a calming sound machine to fall asleep

No matter how you try to bring more hygge into your day, always remember that it’s less about doing and more about feeling. So ask yourself: What can I do to spark more feelings of calm, cozy, and relaxation? Let that be your guiding force as you make a conscious effort to bring more hygge to your daily routines.

And if cooking is one of your favorite ways to relax, you can always tap into our delicious food and drink recipes. From cozy favorites like Chicken pot pie to fragrant desserts like Pumpkin scones with a maple-cinnamon glaze, you can find really good recipes that include real a2 Milk ®. 

Explore more of our recipes today!