"I think the best definition of happiness is a wide definition that includes well-being, joy, and sense of purpose."
- Meik Wiking
Join us for a deep dive into hygge and lykke with Meik Wiking; CEO of the Happiness Research Institute and NY Times best-selling author of several books including "The Little Book of Lykke" and with more than one million copies sold, “The Little Book of Hygge.”
Episode Takeaways
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The definition of “hygge” and “lykke” [02:34]
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Expats and hygge [05:27]
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The data insights of Denmark’s top position of happiest countries [08:36]
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Happiness and well-being [15:15]
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Moving to a happier country [19:00]
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Depression and suicide rates [20:17]
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Barriers for expats coming to Denmark [29:36]
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How we can incentivize Danes to open up their social circles [31:47]
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The World Happiness Report [32:10]
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Daily habits, routines, and rituals to stay happy [41:42]
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Special events and dinner invites [44:00]
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Mentors and book recommendations [50:04]
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Lessons to and from Denmark, and closing comments [51:05]
Published Media
“The Art of Making Memories: How to Create and Remember Happy Moments” - by Meik Wiking
“The Little Book of Lykke: Secrets of the World's Happiest People” - by Meik Wiking
“The Little Book of Hygge: Danish Secrets to Happy Living” - by Meik Wiking
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